*Please note: this article includes sensitive topics such as self-harm and suicide.
In February, wellness advocates, researchers, and healthcare workers gathered at NAU’s Phoenix Bioscience Core in person and virtually for a workshop on… Read more
Posted by rlr349 on May 1, 2024
*Please note: this article includes sensitive topics such as self-harm and suicide.
In February, wellness advocates, researchers, and healthcare workers gathered at NAU’s Phoenix Bioscience Core in person and virtually for a workshop on… Read more
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In the world of public health, the journey from student to staff researcher often involves navigating through diverse experiences, mentorships, and opportunities. For Marissa Tutt and Chassity Begay, two students who completed the Master of Public Health – Indigenous Health (MPH–IH) emphasis at Northern Arizona University (NAU), their paths led them to the Center for Health Equity Research (CHER), where they continue to advance health equity through their research. Their journeys highlight the roles of education, mentorship, and… Read more
Posted by rlr349 on February 21, 2024
Native elders are at higher risk for illnesses and more frequently suffer multiple illnesses resulting in more severe health outcomes yet have less access to healthcare services than non-Native people. The National Institute on Aging (NIA) recognized this disparity and developed the Resource Centers for Minority Aging Research (RCMAR)… Read more
Posted by rlr349 on February 20, 2024
Posted by rlr349 on November 15, 2023
U.S. National Academy of Medicine (NAM) President Victor J. Dzau opened the 2022 Class Member induction ceremony with humor.
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Have you ever found yourself in a healthcare setting, feeling like your unique experiences, cultural background, or identity weren’t fully understood or taken into consideration by your provider?
You’re not alone. It is vital to be seen in the context of our cultures and identities when it comes to proper healthcare outcomes. That’s where Community Health Representatives (CHRs) come in.
CHRs are effective, frontline tribally employed public health workers who… Read more