Just thought I'd share. I've been to a couple...actually really informative.
Join the Multnomah County Health Equity Initiative in exploring how your health is more than health care or the choices you make. Share your ideas about what we can do to promote health in your community. Your opinion matters!
Saturday, May 3rd
New Columbia Education Center 4625 N Trenton St. 97203
12 p.m. - 2 p.m. When the Bough Breaks
Did you know African American women with college degrees are still at higher risk for poor birth outcomes than white women with high school diplomas? Since genetics is not the issue, what could account for the differences we see in different racial groups? Is it possible that racism affects our health?
Thursday, May 8th
David Douglas SD 1500 SE 130th, 97233
12:00-2:00pm Becoming American
For many people, the United States is the land of opportunity. As a nation of immigrants, why do we see other countries with better health status? Why do recent immigrants have better health outcomes? What can we learn about health by looking beyond our borders?
Thursday, May 8th
David Douglas SD 1500 SE 130th, 97233
5:30-7:30pm Place Matters
Health is more than health care. Where we live, work and play impacts health. The food we eat and the stress we endure contribute to our health. How can investments in education and neighborhoods improve the health of our whole community?
Saturday, May 17th
New Columbia Education Center 4625 N Trenton St. 97203
12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Bad Sugar
How many people do you know with diabetes? Is it easy for you to eat fresh fruit and vegetables each day? Political decisions about food can make it easier or harder for you to eat healthy and manage or prevent diabetes.
Thursday, May 22
Multnomah Arts Center 1688 SW Capital Hwy, 97213
12:00-2:00pm More than a Paycheck
In many towns, layoffs and unemployment can be devastating to the economy. It can also impact health, increasing the town’s blood pressure and violence. Did you know your job or lack of a job can impact your health? Did you know it doesn’t have to?
Thursday, May 22
Multnomah Arts Center 1688 SW Capital Hwy, 97213
5:30-7:30pm Becoming American
For many people, the United States is the land of opportunity. As a nation of immigrants, why do we see other countries with better health status? Why do recent immigrants have better health outcomes? What can we learn about health by looking beyond our borders?
More information on the Health Equity Initiative can be found at www.mchealth.org/healthequity
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1 comment:
I honestly do believe that racism affects our health. Unless your a racist of course. Its a very stressful subject, and as much as we hate racism, it will always be here because of lack of knowledge, ignorance, and just plain hatred.
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