National Conference on Health Disparities

08/23/2022

In honor of our visionary leader, the late Dr. David E. Rivers, we are excited to invite you to the 14th National Conference on Health Disparities on September 8-9th in Charleston, SC.

Dr. Rivers led the planning and ex*****on of the National Conference on Health Disparities for nearly two decades, which provided a national dialogue to share progress in building healthy communities from 2007 through 2021. The Conference grew under his leadership and sharpened its focus on the role of social determinants of health, including the impacts of environmental justice, poverty, educational attainment, housing quality, public safety, as well as mental health, substance use, and human trafficking as public health issues.

The conference program is most notable for providing the most current information on health disparities and discussing the intersection between “lessons learned” and meaningful, fully funded public policy initiatives.

Register https://lnkd.in/gACtqDH9

The 14th National Conference on Health Disparities (NCHD)

03/21/2022

You are cordially invited to attend our upcoming Allen University Community Leaders Institute (CLI), which is a is a two-day event that will have moderated panels with experts, discussing content related to the role of federal, state, and local governments; youth issues and challenges; economic development/transportation/housing; and health disparities.

We are honored to have Congressman Clyburn provide the Keynote Address.

The purpose of this CLI is to assist community leaders with making informed decisions by emphasizing the unique relationship between environmental protection, human health, Environmental Justice, and economic development as an essential part of community development.

The virtual event is free to the public, we just ask that attendees register online: http://pico.library.musc.edu/CLIAllen.php by March 22nd.

After you register, you will receive the links to attend the conference a day before the CLI.

Community Leaders Institute (CLI): A critical factor in the success of community development is a well-informed community. “Action” occurs when those with authority assume an informed and active leadership role. The purpose of this Institute is to help these leaders know how to access and obtain...

02/07/2022

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A Celebration of Life will be held
Thursday, February 10, 2022 at
St. Phillip AME Church,
240 Candler Road, SE Atlanta, GA

Visitation: 10:00 am Service: 11:00 am
Virtual Viewing: BIT.LY.COM/STREAMSTPHILLIPS

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the
Esther Lorine Bailey Rivers Scholarship
https://coastal.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list?showlist=1

10/27/2021

11/26/2020

Stay Well!

10/15/2020

HAPPENING TODAY!

Serving On The Frontlines:
The Impact of Faith and Community Leaders in Countering Human Trafficking for over 20 years
October 15, 2020
2:00 pm ET

REGISTRATION: https://fema.connectsolutions.com/serving-on-the-frontlines-event/event/event_info.html

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07/13/2020

MUSC COVID-19 diagnostic testing

Rural and underserved communities experience disparities in access to COVID-19 screening, testing, prevention and treatment in South Carolina and nationally. MUSC Health, in partnership with the state legislature, is setting up mobile screening and collection sites in rural and underserved areas. Tents will be set up outside in designated locations to collect COVID-19 respiratory specimens from both walk-up and drive-through patients. Prescreening is not required, and the cost is free to patients. Patients will be contacted within 5 -7 days with the results of their test, if not sooner. Patients are asked to bring photo identification and an insurance card if they have one. Insurance is not required to be seen, however, the CARES Act does require MUSC to bill insurance providers if patients do have insurance. Patients may email drivethruresults@musc.edu if they have questions regarding their results. If they do not have an email address, they may call 843-985-8888.

The following locations will offer sites at these dates and times:

CHARLESTON TRI-COUNTY AREA/ JOHN’S ISLAND: This mobile site will open Tuesday, July 14, and Thursday, July 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Haut Gap Middle School, 1861 Bohicket Rd., John’s Island, S.C. 29455.

CONWAY: In collaboration with Health Care Partners, this site will open Thursday, July 16, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., located at the Conway Recreation Center, 1515 Mill Pond Rd., Conway, S.C. 29527.

FLORENCE: The next mobile site location will open Monday through Friday (July 13 – July 17) from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cedar Tower, 121 E. Cedar St., Florence, S.C. 29506.

HAMPTON: This site will open Thursday, July 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hampton Elementary School, 505 Hoover St. S., Hampton, S.C. 29924.

KERSHAW: This site will open Wednesday, July 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church Kershaw, 210 N. Matson St., Kershaw, S.C. 29067.

KINGSTREE: This mobile site will open Tuesday, July 14 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Thursday, July 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be located at Kingstree Senior High School, 616 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Kingstree, S.C. 29556.

LANCASTER: This site will open Friday, July 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lancaster Community Center, 508 East Meeting St., Lancaster, S.C. 29720.

ORANGEBURG: In partnership with Orangeburg County, this site has been rescheduled and will open Tuesday, July 14 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday, July 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Orangeburg Fairgrounds, 350 Magnolia St., Orangeburg, S.C. 29115.

SPARTANBURG: In partnership with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, this site will open Tuesday, July 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church, 502 S. Daniel Morgan Ave., Spartanburg, S.C. 29306.

SUMTER/REMBERT: This site will open Wednesday, July 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Rafting Creek Elementary School, 4100 Hwy 261 North, Rembert, S.C. 29128.

SUMTER/DALZELL: This site will open Friday, July 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hillcrest Middle School, 4355 Peach Orchard Rd., Dalzell S.C. 29040.

05/04/2020

“Coronavirus spares one neighborhood but ravages the next. Race and class spell the difference”

https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/nation/2020/05/02/coronavirus-impact-black-minority-white-neighborhoods-chicago-detroit/3042630001/

Coronavirus rates vary dramatically from one neighborhood to another, based in part on race and income, a USA TODAY analysis of ZIP code data shows.

04/08/2020

"And the reason I want to bring it up, because I couldn't help sitting there reflecting on how sometimes when you're in the middle of a crisis, like we are now with the coronavirus, it really does have, ultimately, shine a very bright light on some of the real weaknesses and foibles in our society," Fauci said.

https://www.businessinsider.com/fauci-covid-19-shows-unacceptable-disparities-for-african-americans-2020-4

Anthony Fauci said COVID-19's impact on black Americans was shining "a very bright light on some of the real weaknesses and foibles in our society."

03/18/2020

03/10/2020

As we approach our scheduled date for the joint conference in DC, the health and safety of our constituents is our first priority. We are working with key stakeholders to determine how to proceed and will issue an update no later than noon tomorrow. Thanks for your patience.

01/22/2020

Student Abstract Submission Period closes on Friday! Don't miss out! - https://mailchi.mp/67c0d660100a/n656hynnm8-1900217

The 13th NCHD and 2020 National Environmental Justice Conference and Training Program Student Research Forum will take place during the Conference on April 22, 2020. The theme of the Student Research Forum is “Training the Next Generation of Leaders.” The Conference invites student submissions f...

01/17/2020

The Jedburg (SC) Community Leaders Institute is next weekend! This Sunday (January 19) is the last day you can register! This event is free and open to the public! Tell your neighbors and friends!

Community Leaders Institute (CLI): A critical factor in the success of community development is a well-informed community. “Action” occurs when those with authority assume an informed and active leadership role. The purpose of this Institute is to help these leaders know how to access and obtain...

01/10/2020

Hope You Can Join Us in the Nation's Capital for this historical joint conference! - https://mailchi.mp/8c4f2d8b7c21/n656hynnm8-1900153

The 13th National Conference of Health Disparities (NCHD) and the 2020 National Environmental Justice and Training Program are combining knowledge and resources for a four-day joint program, April 22-25, 2020, at the Hilton Hotel DC National Mall located in Washington, DC.

01/10/2020

Registration is now open for the Jedburg (SC) Community Leaders Institute! It will be January 24 and 25 at Greater St. James A.M.E. Church Sanctuary in Summerville. This event is free and open to the public!

Community Leaders Institute (CLI): A critical factor in the success of community development is a well-informed community. “Action” occurs when those with authority assume an informed and active leadership role. The purpose of this Institute is to help these leaders know how to access and obtain...

12/16/2019

Do you know of a college, graduate or professional student who is doing research on health disparities and environmental issues? Encourage them to submit an abstract for the 13th National Conference on Health Disparities! All are encouraged to apply, especially those from HBCUs, HSIs and TCUPs!

The 13th Annual National Conference on Health Disparities (NCHD) will take place in conjunction with the National Environmental Justice Conference and Training Program on April 22-25, 2020 in Washington, DC. The theme is “Reducing Health Disparities Through Sustaining and Strengthening Healthy Com...