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For leaders in advocacy and healthcare looking to build anti-racist health systems, Anton’s story is one of perseverance and passion. Listen to Anton J. Gunn get real about his journey and learn how he leveraged his experiences to work towards a more equitable healthcare system: https://bit.ly/45IN2Ns How did you find your way into this work? Share with peers in the comments below.

Being in the world of science - it's common to hear "more funding and research is needed" at the end of a scientist's work presentation. One time, I was at a conference and there was even a chuckle in the crowd because the last three speakers finished their presentation with those exact words. Doesn't every scientist want more funding and research? 🔬 Scientists working on finding treatments for childhood dementias sure do! My latest blog covers Childhood Dementia Initiative's recent reports on the decline of research funding globally in this area. Check it out below!

Learn more about the Whitman-Walker Health System, an organization that strives to ensure equal opportunity to health and well-being through education, advocacy, research, and care. Listen to the next episode of the AAEM Social EM Grassroot Highlight Series: bit.ly/3zNdlGz

April is National Minority Health Month, a time to address the unique health challenges faced by minority communities. Through education and advocacy, we can work together to eliminate disparities and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare and resources they need. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g4gy63RA. #NationalMinorityHealthMonth

"A united #CVD community is a powerful one. As part of a comprehensive approach to primary and secondary prevention, all stakeholders need to come together with a shared commitment to early detection and diagnosis of CVD globally. The time for action is now. We hope this #manifesto will help guide and support advocacy efforts to engage policymakers on the need for action and investment in achieving early detection and diagnosis of CVD for all." - Neil Johnson, Global Heart Hub Executive Director. Learn more - https://lnkd.in/ezUbKvrj #GHHManifesto

Advocacy Engagement Week - DAY 1 ACTION: Urge Congress to increase Alzheimer’s and dementia research funding at The National Institutes of Health by $321 million and fund the #BOLDAlzheimersAct at $35 million in FY24. Take today's action: p2a.co/Z6Vk0HX

❓ Why does #scleroderma awareness matter? 🔦 Scleroderma can lead to isolation and depression, so awareness is crucial. Each year, milestones such as #WorldSclerodermaDay and #SclerodermaAwarenessMonth highlight advances in research and advocacy, helping patients feel recognised and empowered. Let's make their voices heard and improve their quality of life! 💪 #SclerodermaAwareness #PatientAdvocacy #ChronicDisease

Advocacy Engagement Week - DAY 1 ACTION: Urge Congress to increase Alzheimer’s and dementia research funding at The National Institutes of Health by $321 million and fund the #BOLDAlzheimersAct at $35 million in FY24. Take today's action: p2a.co/Z6Vk0HX

Interesting data in this report regarding the aging population of CO- specifically in population growth of those 65+in the coming decades. Sparks the question…what’s your county doing to help older adults age well?

On July 25, Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA) and Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) introduced the #PACEAnytime Act, aiming to remove one of the biggest barriers to PACE enrollment. Currently, new participants can only enroll on the first of the month, but this bill would change that, allowing enrollment at any time. This is a significant step forward and a major policy priority for the National PACE® Association. How can you help? 👉 Urge your senator to support this critical bill using NPA's advocacy platform here: https://lnkd.in/eH7MvP6P Let's make a difference together. #SeniorHealthcare #PACEEnrollment #SeniorCare #PACEAdvocacy #PACELegislation #NPA