Join us this #BlackMaternalHealthWeek in raising awareness and advocating for comprehensive care, including safe and effective substance use treatment options, to support pregnant people and ensure health outcomes for all. #BMHW #BMHW 24

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Did you know getting recommended #vaccines during pregnancy is one important step in protecting your baby from serious illnesses?

Join us in observing #BlackMaternalHealthWeek . Read more on the role vaccines play in protecting mothers and their babies. bit.ly/4avYOfB

Black Maternal Health Week is an opportunity to raise awareness about racial disparities in maternal health. CDPH and Office of the California Surgeon General are committed to addressing the inequities Black mothers and birthing people face. We are dedicated to improving systems that will support Black mothers.

Come tour MediCal_DHCS' mobile dental van tomorrow in Hollister! 🦷

Services performed onsite will include exams, x-rays, cleaning & fluoride applications.

The van will also make stops in Avenal on 4/12 & Huntington Park on 5/4. 📅 smilecalifornia.org/events

DYK: #CaliforniaWIC links families to early healthcare, dental checks & vaccinations?

WIC improves access to healthcare services for kids & their parents, helping families grow strong & healthy.

📲 myfamily.wic.ca.gov/Home/Anniversa…

On Dolores Huerta Day, we celebrate one of CA's most dedicated civil & labor rights leaders.

Her lifelong pursuit of justice has earned her many accolades, including a place in the CA Hall of Fame.

To this day, she continues her work to fight for marginalized communities.

ICYMI: California Department of Public Health unveiled the @NeverABother campaign, dedicated to youth suicide prevention. Created with insights from CA’s diverse youth, this initiative offers support, resources & awareness for youth, young adults, parents & caregivers. neverabother.org

Hey California! Get more money this tax season! Find out if you qualify for the #EITC , #CalEITC , #CTC . These tax credits can put cash back in your pockets. File by April 15. To learn more, visit cdss.ca.gov/tax-outreach #GetYourRefundCA

CA taxpayers, if you work & make less than $30,950, you may qualify for #CalEITC , a cash-back tax credit that can increase your refund!

If you have a child under 6​, you may qualify for the Young Child Tax Credit.

📲 ftb.ca.gov/file/personal/…

All health care teams, community workers, and educators in settings where children, adults, and families receive health care or supportive community services can benefit from taking the Becoming ACEs Aware in California training.

Take the training today: bit.ly/3iFbvyY

Thank you Office of the California Surgeon General for taking the opportunity to visit Providence & CHOC, & meet with hospital leaders from @ucirvinehealth & Thrive with KP. We appreciate your commitment to the #wellness of Californians & health care systems.

DYK: MediCal_DHCS Dental offers free services for enrolled members?

Have questions about dental benefits?

📲 More on Smile CA's coverage: smilecalifornia.org/covered-servic…

Cross-collaborative partnerships between health care providers & community partners are critical to addressing health disparities.

Thanks to Movement is Life for having me on The Health Disparities Podcast!

🎧 Tune in now to the full episode:
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In the Golden State, every day, including #WorldHealthDay , is an opportunity to continue our collective work of building a Healthy #CaliforniaForAll . 💚 chhs.ca.gov/guiding-princi…

🚨 @capublichealth is hiring a State Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Director, who oversees strategic planning, policy & programming priorities that advance maternal, child & adolescent health equity.

Learn more & apply by 4/15: calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jo…

If you or a friend are having thoughts of suicide, get immediate support at no cost with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline + Teen Line.

Learn more about these resources like when you should call 988 and what happens when you call at NeveraBother.org. #NeverABother

The Health Equity Roadmap is DHCS’ commitment to building a stronger health care delivery system that puts patient needs and experiences first. 💪

Here’s what you need to know. ⬇️
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#Health4All #Equity #HealthEquityRoadmap

CA's new BrightLife Kids & Soluna apps are designed to support the mental health of our youth & young adults.

The apps provide free, safe + confidential mental health support. 📲 calhope.org

Being present in the moment can help us find better ways to take care of ourselves, allowing us to listen to our minds and bodies to lower stress.

This #NationalSelfCareDay , learn more ways to manage stress at acesaware.org/managestress/m…