Worldwide Concerns for Mental Health Prompts Response Plan
Concerns about potential increases in mental health conditions has prompted 90% of countries surveyed to include mental health and psychosocial support in their COVID-19 response plans, but major gaps and concerns remain. Click HERE to learn more.
5 Tips On How to Talk to Children About Traumatic Events
When a disaster or tragedy occurs, your child will likely hear and see a lot about it. The news is everywhere, and certain topics might be discussed in school or by your child's friends. Certain events could raise anxiety, so parents should be prepared to talk to their children about difficult topics. Click HERE to learn more.
April is National Minority Cancer Awareness Month
Cancer disparities exist among specific populations groups, including racial and ethnic minority groups. Click HERE to learn ways to advance health equity.
Cancer is the Number One Killer of Asian Americans
Asian Americans are the only racial/ethnic group in the U.S. for whom cancer is the leading cause of death in men and women. Click HERE to read more.
April is National Minority Health Month
The US Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Minority Health offers some ways you can get involved. Click HERE to read more.
Health Related Social Needs Screening Tool
Growing evidence shows that addressing health related social needs like homelessness, hunger and exposure to violence can undo their harm to health. This screening tool can help providers find out patient’s needs in five core domains. Click HERE to learn more.
Delayed Medical Care
Many people have missed regular checkups and preventative health screenings over the course of the pandemic. Click HERE to find out how often you should see your doctor for wellness visits and screenings.
