NEW: U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a landmark Advisory declaring firearm violence in America to be a public health crisis with devastating and far-reaching consequences for the nation's health and well-being. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dRhdtAv5
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Today, Vivek Murthy and his team issued an advisory on firearm violence. https://lnkd.in/g4JqCn3Y During my time working on the South and West sides of Chicago, where students experienced recess indoors for fear of stray bullets, and here in DC with Tia Bell and the @TRIGGER Project, a few things are clear. This issue has increased in its breadth and impact, with more mass shootings and deaths from gun violence than days in the year, and Black populations in urban areas experience violence at the highest rates. Second, prevention requires both policy and programmatic approaches that, while complex, can be straightforward. Prevention and repair involve fostering social connections and building community. When individuals feel connected and have supportive networks, they are less likely to engage in violence. Programs focused on mentorship, youth engagement, and community-building are essential. Additionally, policies addressing systemic inequities and providing resources for mental health, education, and economic opportunities are crucial. Community organizations and local leaders are pivotal in this process. Supporting these grassroots efforts ensures environments where safety and connection are prioritized. Addressing firearm violence requires a multifaceted approach, including stricter gun control laws, improved data collection, and comprehensive support for victims and their families. Combining policy changes with community-driven programs can help create a future where all children can play outside without fear, and neighborhoods can thrive in safety and solidarity. Last year Jillian Racoosin Kornmeier, MPH shared some insights on the The Coalition to End Social Isolation & Loneliness blog, about the relationship between gun violence, social isolation, and loneliness. https://lnkd.in/gfihtj_6
NEW: U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issues a landmark Advisory declaring firearm violence in America to be a public health crisis with devastating and far-reaching consequences for the nation's health and well-being. https://lnkd.in/gZpQd2AN
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A landmark advisory…. See below
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Just absolutely extraordinary news, a landmark Advisory was released this morning by the Surgeon General declaring firearm violence as a public health crisis. One could argue there is no issue that is more urgent in the US than this -- a pivotal moment for this work, for survivors, for advocates, for our research field, and for communities across the nation. Full report here: https://lnkd.in/g9vvsTeS
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The NCIOM Oral Health Transformation Task Force envisions a patient-centered future for oral health in North Carolina, in which oral health care is redefined as comprehensive and seamlessly integrated with overall health. https://ow.ly/fy9o50RQOto
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Summer is finally here! As we wrap up Oral Health Month in June, this is the perfect time to talk to your patients about how to keep their oral health protected during the warmer months. Here are seven helpful tips to keep in mind: https://lnkd.in/gxpdcJVR
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In an ever-evolving world, it is crucial to ensure that the field of medicine, particularly cardiology, reflects the diversity of the communities it serves. By actively promoting diversity in cardiology care, we can create an environment that is more inclusive, empathetic, and ultimately, more effective in delivering care to a diverse patient population. Check out the article below, explore the importance of ensuring diversity in medicine and cardiology care, and consider practical steps that can be taken to achieve this goal. #InclusiveHealthcare https://lnkd.in/e5f5fCpa
As #BlackHistoryMonth unfolds, let's talk numbers and impact. Despite heart disease being a leading cause of death among African Americans, only fewer than 3% of cardiologists are Black, as reported by the Journal of the American Medical Association. VitalSolution is committed to supporting diversity in the medical field because representation matters. When patients see themselves in their healthcare providers, it fosters trust, understanding, and better health outcomes. #DiversityInMedicine #InclusiveHealthcare #DiversityMatters
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Immediately after our SYNC Safety Convening, the U.S. Surgeon General, Vice Admiral H. Murthy, MD, MBA, released the Surgeon General’s Advisory on Firearm Violence, declaring firearm violence in America to be a public health crisis. This advisory is the first of its kind from the Surgeon General on the issue of firearm violence, and outlines the devastating and far-reaching consequences that firearm violence poses to the health and wellbeing of the country. The advisory provides a wealth of data as well as recommendations for action to implement a public health approach to firearm violence. Learn more and read the advisory here: https://lnkd.in/gXrM3fMC #CommunitySafety #ViolencePrevention #PublicHealth
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AMWA Supports the new Surgeon General Advisory on Firearm Violence: A Public Health Crisis in America. Read this excellent report on the collective toll of firearm violence exposure in the U.S. and recommendations for a public health approach to addressing this issue. #ThisIsOurLane #EndGunViolence #Vivek Murthy https://lnkd.in/gvimjjsR
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In the summer of 2020, Edward Michelson, M.D., chair of #TTUHSCElPaso's Department of Emergency Medicine, developed a new daily routine. Each day, he examined a pile of raw data from across the country and around the globe, studiously pouring through them, analyzing the latest new COVID-19 cases and deaths, looking for clues on how the pandemic was progressing through the U.S. How did #TTUHSCElPaso’s Department of Emergency Medicine chart a remarkable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, outpacing the rest of Texas? Read more: https://loom.ly/ly4pGzo #TTogetherForElPaso #COVIDUpdate #COVID19 #COVIDElPaso #Pandemic #ElPasoDoctors #ElPasoPandemic #ElPasohealth #TTPElPaso
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Have some time to read this weekend? 📚 Check out this timely article, “A Patient's Perspective on Advancing American Kidney Health Initiative,” by AAKP Immediate Past President Richard Knight: http://bit.ly/KnightAAKH #WeekendReads
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