Public Health Institute

From festive lights and decorations to gift shopping displays, there are many ways to create intentional, inclusive spaces during the holiday season. PHI's Jan Garrett, deputy director of ADA programs at PHI's Pacific ADA Center, joined KTVU 2 this past week to share a few simple ways of ensuring end-of-year celebrations are more accessible for people with disabilities. Watch: https://lnkd.in/gbarewHQ

Don't miss this important training next Wednesday, December 10, exploring how to cope during the holiday season when dealing with grief, including loss associated with substance use, addiction and overdose. Led by PHI's Cypress Resilience Project, the conversation will discuss what is and isn’t helpful when we are supporting those around us, and offer some practical ways to show up for the folks we care about—including ourselves. This web forum is sponsored by the National Overdose Prevention Network, and produced by Dialogue4Health, both programs of PHI Center for Health Leadership & Impact. Register: https://lnkd.in/gcq5Antt

Join researchers from PHI and the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research for this powerful conversation next Tuesday, December 9, that will explore two recent studies examining acts of hate in California. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gwPnPYHr

Recovery housing may be a critical resource for those initiating and/or sustaining treatment involving medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD). Yet despite its potential, recovery housing remains understudied, including within community pharmacy systems, where a majority of individuals who receive MOUD could benefit from resources concerning recovery housing, potentially leveraging the direct patient relationships between pharmacists and their patients. Join PHI's Alcohol Research Group (ARG) on Tuesday, December 16, for a webinar presenting findings from a mixed-methods study collecting data from mobile pharmacy patients with opioid use disorder and community pharmacists about their awareness of and experiences with recovery housing. Register: https://lnkd.in/gMt-FuPQ

CIRH Academy is an educational initiative of PHI’s Center for Immigrant and Refugee Health (CIRH), designed to provide culturally-tailored trainings on immigrant and refugee topics to enhance the health and wellness outcomes for immigrant and refugee communities. In one of their recent trainings, presenter Hasina Bharam hosted a discussion on how parents’ daily actions can shape their children’s understanding of the world. Originally from Afghanistan, Hasina is a dedicated program coordinator and former health navigator with a background in economics, public health, and refugee advocacy, and she now designs youth and women's programs in the U.S. that foster resilience and leadership. Her powerful voice and lived experience offer a meaningful perspective on the transformative power of education in Afghan communities. This video is in Dari and includes a presentation followed by a Q&A session; auto-generated translation is available. Watch the recording: https://lnkd.in/g4_8ryrp

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Since 1975, there has been a 41% increase in the number of childhood cancer cases in the United States. The Childhood Cancer and the Environment Project (CCEP), an initiative of PHI’s Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units - PEHSU (National Program Office), aims to deepen the understanding of pediatric health care providers, Community Health Workers and the public about the links between environmental factors and childhood cancers. PEHSU has trained than 400 community health workers since the program launched. Read more about PEHSU's impact: https://lnkd.in/gy5eRA_v

Don't miss your chance to join PHI's Cypress Resilience Project this week for training to support others who may be managing trauma, experiencing grief or navigating mental health challenges. View all of their upcoming opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gF39XuEj https://lnkd.in/gnxY_DRA

PHI’s CA Bridge facilitates statewide addiction treatment access networks to ensure every community in California is ready and able to provide addiction treatment to every person in need. Join the next meeting on Wednesday, December 3, from 9-10:30am PT to learn about statewide efforts to expand low-barrier treatment access and participate in breakout sessions to connect directly with peers in your region. Register: https://lnkd.in/g_qUxkiW

Join PHI's The Lotus Project on Tuesday, December 16, for the first webinar in a new series, Suicide Prevention and Intervention for Asian American & Asian Immigrant (AAAI) Youth, focusing on culturally responsive prevention and intervention strategies for suicide among AAAI youth. In this first webinar, speakers will provide an overview of recent research on suicidal ideation, suicide, and risk factors among AAAI adolescents in California, highlight systemic and cultural barriers to accessing high-quality care and showcase successful community efforts advancing suicide prevention. Register: https://lnkd.in/gM9Db-pF