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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Community Health Improvement Week: Highlighting The Center’s Engagement to Improve Community Health
Community Health Improvement week is upon us, but what exactly does it entail? This week is designated to be a time to recognize the people and organizations working in partnership to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities and advance health equity.
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#HAVhope Friday Shines a Light on Work to End Workplace Violence
Today marks the eighth annual #HAVhope Friday.
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The Importance of Mental Health Awareness Month
Since its founding in 1949 by the organization Mental Health America (MHA), Mental Health Awareness Month has been helping raise awareness for the importance of mental health and mental illness education.
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The Relationship Between the Health of our Planet and Social Determinants of Health
were reminded of how delicate our relationship with the planet can be. Just like the plants and animals in nature, we’re connected to the health of the land, sea and sky. Unfortunately, humans have caused damage to the environment in ways that may be irreversible.
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Black Maternal Health Week: Disparities in Healthcare and the Importance of Representation Among Providers
Health disparities, including the increased presence and severity of certain diseases and poorer health outcomes, continue to impact people in racial and ethnic minority groups in the U. S.
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Breaking the Stigma: The Power of Mental Health and Substance Use Awareness
In our society, discussions around behavioral health, substance use and mental health often carry a heavy burden of stigma which can prevent individuals from seeking help and perpetuate a cycle of suffering in silence.
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Using Data to Inform the Maternal and Infant Health Crisis
Addressing social determinants of health and providing equitable, high-quality healthcare and community-based interventions are important to reducing maternal and infant deaths, and healthyneo. org can be a helpful resource. Data available on healthyneo.
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