Juneteenth’s Promise: Closing the Health Gap for All
Celebrated for the first time in 1866, Juneteenth marks the delayed enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas on June 19, 1865. Major General Gordon Granger’s announcement in Galveston formally ended slavery for thousands who had remained in bondage long after freedom was declared.
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National EMS Week Shines Light on First Responders' Vital Role in Regional Readiness
Every year, National EMS Week serves as an important reminder to appreciation the people who dedicate their lives to protecting and saving others. Observed May 18 – 24 this year, the week carries a powerful and timely theme: “We Care. For Everyone.
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Hospital Week: Celebrating the Heart of Our Communities
Every May, National Hospital Week is recognized as a way to celebrate the more than 6,000 hospitals in the U. S. that serve as the cornerstone of our communities, and care for more than 30 million patients each year.
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Northeast Ohio Nurse Leaders Turn Workforce Challenges Into Action
Regional Panel Spurs Vision for Collaboration as Nurses Week 2025 Highlights Ongoing Healthcare Strains
In mid-February, a group of Northeast Ohio’s top nursing and healthcare leaders gathered at The Center for Health Affairs with a clear objective: move beyond discussion and chart a path toward solving one of healthcare’s most pressing…
Call to Action During National Minority Health Month 2025: Part 2
Last week, in observance of National Minority Health Month, commemorated in April in the U. S. , we explored some of the many health disparities that persist today and negatively affect underrepresented populations. Today, we turn our attention to solutions.
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Call to Action During National Minority Health Month 2025: Part 1
National Minority Health Month (NMHM) is observed every April in the United States. Its purpose is to raise awareness about the health disparities that continue to affect underrepresented populations.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: How We Can Support Survivors
Every October, communities, organizations, and individuals in the United States come together to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and raise awareness about the devastating issue of domestic violence (DV).
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Racial Concordance in Healthcare Can Improve Health Outcomes and Lower Costs
Healthcare organizations and hospital systems are increasingly recognizing the vital importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) as core principles. These values not only promote a fair and inclusive environment but also serve as essential drivers of improved patient outcomes, trust in the healthcare system, and community well-being.
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Preventing Firearm Suicides Among Vulnerable Populations by Addressing the Root Cause
September is National Suicide Prevention month, a reminder to be watchful of and responsive to those around us who may be struggling or in crisis, to seek help if we ourselves are struggling, and to make use of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline if needed.
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