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The U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services Office of Minority Health works to achieve health equity.

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: JAMA released a new paper with research from AHRQ that offers the healthcare community new approaches to identifying and mitigating biases in healthcare algorithms. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wFNY6.

#ICYMI: @JAMA_current released a new paper with research from @AHRQNews that offers the healthcare community new approaches to identifying and mitigating biases in healthcare algorithms. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wFNY6.
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📢 YOU'RE INVITED: Please join us in the metro Atlanta area next week for our sixth White House Initiative Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Economic Summit!

We hope to see you bright and early on January 10, 2024. RSVP here: eventbrite.com/e/white-house-…

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Recognizing the signs of is the first step toward helping your loved ones on their journey to .

Learn about the signs and how you can best support them: bit.ly/41Adl6o

Recognizing the signs of #OpioidUseDisorder is the first step toward helping your loved ones on their journey to #recovery. Learn about the signs and how you can best support them: bit.ly/41Adl6o
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A recently published Viewpoint in the JAMA Health Forum by NIMHD leaders highlights two pillars of that are fundamental to addressing .

Read more: bit.ly/47hpX3W JAMA

A recently published Viewpoint in the JAMA Health Forum by NIMHD leaders highlights two pillars of #HealthScience that are fundamental to addressing #HealthDisparities. Read more: bit.ly/47hpX3W @JAMA_current
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? The American Climate Corps is a new initiative that aims to prepare the next generation of clean energy, conservation, & climate resilience workers. Learn more here: whitehouse.gov/climatecorps/

Join the first listening session and share your ideas: americorps.zoomgov.com/webinar/regist…

#DYK? The American Climate Corps is a new initiative that aims to prepare the next generation of clean energy, conservation, & climate resilience workers. Learn more here: whitehouse.gov/climatecorps/ Join the first listening session and share your ideas: americorps.zoomgov.com/webinar/regist…
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If you or a family member are sick with , there are emergency signs and symptoms to look out for. Some of these include trouble breathing, continuous pain in the chest/abdomen, or dizziness. Full list of emergency warning signs of flu here: bit.ly/45HYasO

If you or a family member are sick with #flu, there are emergency signs and symptoms to look out for. Some of these include trouble breathing, continuous pain in the chest/abdomen, or dizziness. Full list of emergency warning signs of flu here: bit.ly/45HYasO
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You can lower your risk for by getting screened. Women should receive regular pap tests to detect cervical cancer caused by . Learn more from FDA’s Office of Women’s Health. ow.ly/zSHm50Qlr8P

You can lower your risk for #CervicalCancer by getting screened. Women should receive regular pap tests to detect cervical cancer caused by #HPV. Learn more from FDA’s Office of Women’s Health. ow.ly/zSHm50Qlr8P
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NEW: Explore CDC’s new site for , , and . Protect yourself and others from respiratory illnesses this fall & winter by checking what’s happening in your area, and what to do if you have symptoms: bit.ly/46Rnw8H

NEW: Explore CDC’s new site for #flu, #COVID19, and #RSV. Protect yourself and others from respiratory illnesses this fall & winter by checking what’s happening in your area, and what to do if you have symptoms: bit.ly/46Rnw8H
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Taking folic acid while pregnant is necessary to prevent birth defects. It also helps skin, hair, and nail cells grow. Learn more from @cdcgov at bit.ly/3vcxbZn.

Taking folic acid while pregnant is necessary to prevent birth defects. It also helps skin, hair, and nail cells grow. Learn more from @cdcgov at bit.ly/3vcxbZn. #FolicAcidAwarenessWeek
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This New Year, resolve to wash your hands before, during, and after handling food.

Taking small, simple steps for food safety is easy and can have a major pay-off.

Learn more food safety tips: fda.gov/food/buy-store…

This New Year, resolve to wash your hands before, during, and after handling food. Taking small, simple steps for food safety is easy and can have a major pay-off. Learn more food safety tips: fda.gov/food/buy-store… #FoodSafety
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: In September 2023 HHS.gov announced the launch of the Environmental Justice Community Innovator Challenge. Read how the Challenge aims to incorporate Tribal-led solutions to advance environmental justice & health equity. Apply for Phase 1 by 1/30: challenge.gov/?challenge=hhs…

#ICYMI: In September 2023 @HHSGov announced the launch of the Environmental Justice Community Innovator Challenge. Read how the Challenge aims to incorporate Tribal-led solutions to advance environmental justice & health equity. Apply for Phase 1 by 1/30: challenge.gov/?challenge=hhs…
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OMH wishes everyone a safe and healthy New Year and thanks all our partners who worked with us to advance Better Health Through Better Understanding in our communities during 2023. We look forward to continuing the work to promote health equity for all in 2024 and beyond.

OMH wishes everyone a safe and healthy New Year and thanks all our partners who worked with us to advance Better Health Through Better Understanding in our communities during 2023. We look forward to continuing the work to promote health equity for all in 2024 and beyond.
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Start the new year off right by prioritizing your heart health. Discover the benefits of a heart-healthy eating plan that includes plenty of veggies, fruits, and whole grains. go.nih.gov/iC26nZc

Start the new year off right by prioritizing your heart health. Discover the benefits of a heart-healthy eating plan that includes plenty of veggies, fruits, and whole grains. go.nih.gov/iC26nZc
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The U.S. is experiencing a maternal health crisis, the majority of deaths and complications occur during the 1st year after pregnancy. New publications summarize current research and recommend actions or new research to improve postpartum health. prevention.nih.gov/P2P-Postpartum…

The U.S. is experiencing a maternal health crisis, the majority of deaths and complications occur during the 1st year after pregnancy. New #NIHP2P publications summarize current research and recommend actions or new research to improve postpartum health. prevention.nih.gov/P2P-Postpartum…
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'It is crucial for HHS.gov to tackle health care and public health holistically by addressing patients’ social conditions,' said Secretary Xavier Becerra. salud-america.org/explore-the-u-…

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New law. Lower prices. More people qualify.

Thanks to the , more people will continue to qualify for tax credits that lower their health insurance premiums.

Visit HealthCare.gov today to before the Jan. 16 deadline.

New law. Lower prices. More people qualify. Thanks to the #InflationReductionAct, more people will continue to qualify for tax credits that lower their health insurance premiums. Visit HealthCare.gov today to #GetCovered before the Jan. 16 deadline.
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Make your to live a heart-healthy lifestyle:
🥕eat low-sodium foods
🏋️exercise
🚭quit smoking

These healthy choices can help control high blood pressure, which affects nearly half of all adults: fda.gov/consumers/mino…

Make your #NewYearsResolution to live a heart-healthy lifestyle: 🥕eat low-sodium foods 🏋️exercise 🚭quit smoking These healthy choices can help control high blood pressure, which affects nearly half of all adults: fda.gov/consumers/mino… #NewYearsResolution
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Crisis and risk communicators: Take steps to design and develop content, products, and tools that are accessible to and actionable for people of all abilities. Learn more: emergency.cdc.gov/cerc/resources… 

Crisis and #emergency risk communicators: Take steps to design and develop content, products, and tools that are accessible to and actionable for people of all abilities. Learn more: emergency.cdc.gov/cerc/resources… #PrepYourHealth #Inclusion4Health
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Black and Latino patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease or ASCVD are less likely to get optimal care compared to White patients, according to study in JAMA Network Open. Sustained efforts to reduce these disparities are needed, researchers say go.nih.gov/1x092P9

Black and Latino patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease or ASCVD are less likely to get optimal care compared to White patients, according to study in @JAMANetworkOpen. Sustained efforts to reduce these disparities are needed, researchers say go.nih.gov/1x092P9
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Millions of Americans have a . If you’re one of them, seek help from a healthcare professional who listens to and respects you and believes in your recovery.

Learn more about recovery: bit.ly/3GdGmuQ

Millions of Americans have a #SubstanceUseDisorder. If you’re one of them, seek help from a healthcare professional who listens to and respects you and believes in your recovery. Learn more about recovery: bit.ly/3GdGmuQ
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