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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National Recovery Month: A Time to Reflect and Support
Since its designation in 1989 by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the month of September has been recognized as National Recovery Month — a month dedicated to promoting and supporting new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the nation’s strong and proud recovery community, and the service providers making…
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Reflections on National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: Addressing Root Causes of Behavioral Health Challenges
At the conclusion of National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, observed in July, it is important to reflect on the enduring mission of Bebe Moore Campbell, who worked tirelessly to end the stigma surrounding mental health among underrepresented communities. Despite the efforts since the observance’s designation by the U.
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A World-Class Pilot Program: Intergenerational Housing Model with Wraparound Services
Can a housing model be a solution for reducing health disparities? In 2023, The Center for Health Affairs announced the launch of the Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) Innovation Hub. Powered by Amazon Web Services, the Hub was created to analyze data and strategize solutions to health disparities.
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