California Black Health Network

08/16/2025

Register and attend the last 3 sessions of our “Making the Healthcare System Work Better for You” webinar series for a chance to win a $100 Visa Gift Card in October. The winner will be announced Friday, October 24th via email.

Tag anyone who may be interested!

Session 3 Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_07fZr3BcTxaKbB5aHEOJIw #/registration

Session 4 Register Here:
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Session 5 Register Here:
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08/12/2025

Join us and our friends at and August 20 at 12 PM (PDT)/ 2 PM (CT) for a FREE WEBINAR, Research in Our Community!

If you’ve ever been hesitant about clinical research participation, this session is for you learn about what clinical research is, how participating helps our communities and more. Don't miss it.

https://bit.ly/47hioh6

Acclinate, Inc

Join us for "Research in Our Community," a webinar with Clinical Trials Research and California Black Health Network happening on August 20th at 12pm PT/2pm

07/23/2025

It's not too late to REGISTER for today's webinar "Making the Healthcare System Work Better for You" Series Part II, Session 2: Being an Empowered Healthcare Consumer with Dr. Melissa Clarke, TedX/Keynote Speaker, Health Show Host, Thought Leader, Physician, Educator and Population Health Expert!

REGISYTER NOW at
https://lnkd.in/gtswTjB8

07/10/2025

Join Dr. Melissa Clarke on July 23rd for "How Do I" Session 2: Being an Empowered Healthcare Consumer.

This session will focus on what being an empowered patient really means and key techniques to exercise their patient rights, engage in self-advocacy and participate in the decision making with their healthcare team while taking ownership of your health and healthcare.

REGISTER HERE: http://bit.ly/4nGMIaP

06/30/2025

Next month, join us for Session 2 of our 'Making the Healthcare System Work Better for You Series' titled "Your Health and Dis-ease," happening July 23 at 2:30 PM PST.

This session explores how factors like stress, inflammation, genetics, and lifestyle affect health—especially in the Black community. Learn how stress causes “dis-ease” and contributes to chronic illness, and how to fight back with empowered strategies like healthy eating, movement, and lifestyle changes.

Led by Dr. Melissa Clarke, physician, educator, and author, this session is designed to help you take control of your health and healthcare. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and take action. Register at https://www.cablackhealthnetwork.org/event/session-2-your-health-and-disease-dr-melissa-clarke/

06/29/2025

make sure I'm part of the decisions about my care and not just a bystander? Too often, we're told what’s going to happen next without being asked what we think. But you have the right to ask questions, explore your options, and say what matters most to you, whether it’s managing side effects, getting a second opinion, or considering your family history. This isn't just your provider’s plan, it’s your body, your care, and your future.

Learn how to participate in the decisions that impact your health. Watch the full video “How to Participate in the Decision-Making for Your Care” on our YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/watch?v=vo6YfYHqR2I

06/28/2025

Help us welcome the Center for Family Health Initiative (.ng) as a new community partner for BHN! With a mission to advance family-centered health and socio-economic empowerment, CFHI works globally to build safer, healthier communities, starting with education and prevention. Their holistic approach to care reflects our shared belief that health equity begins at home.

Together, we’re uplifting families and strengthening futures.


cablackhealthnetwork.org/community-partners

06/27/2025

Changed jobs? You may be eligible for Special Enrollment with Covered California. Career transitions should not leave you uninsured. Covered CA gives you access to quality, affordable plans even when your job situation changes. You may even qualify for low-cost options or no-cost Medi-Cal coverage.

Secure your health while building your future.
cablackhealthnetwork.org/covered-california
getcovered@cbhn.info
888-234-5366

06/23/2025

On June 24, the House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Health will review the FY26 HHS budget.

Obesity is a serious chronic disease that disproportionately impacts Black communities and drives higher rates of diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension.

CBHN urges to expand access to the full continuum of obesity care — including nutrition counseling and anti-obesity medications.

Health equity requires real investment in chronic disease prevention and treatment. Our communities deserve better.

06/23/2025

Introducing Electric Cow (.co) as a new community partner for BHN! Electric Cow creates dynamic training experiences that support healthcare providers with tools for equity, compliance, and cultural competence. Their work empowers health professionals to better serve Black and underserved patients through education that meets the moment.

Together, we're building stronger, more accountable systems of care.


cablackhealthnetwork.org/community-partners

06/22/2025

How do I take control of my health? It starts with showing up and asking the right questions. Register for "Making the Healthcare System Work Better for You," Part II, Session 1, featuring Dr. Melissa Clarke. Dr. Clarke is a trusted physician, author, and national health equity expert. In this powerful virtual session, Dr. Clarke will break down how to navigate the healthcare system, advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office, and understand what your provider should be doing for you.

Wednesday, June 25 | 2:30PM PT
🔗 Register now for this free virtual event at https://www.cablackhealthnetwork.org/event/session-1-taking-ownership-of-your-health-dr-melissa-clarke/

06/21/2025

Today is International Day of Yoga, and for many in our community, it’s a reminder that healing the mind is just as important as healing the body. Yoga supports mental health by reducing anxiety, lowering stress levels, improving mood, increasing emotional awareness, and promoting better sleep, benefits that are especially powerful for Black communities facing chronic stress and trauma. It creates space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with your peace. Because caring for your mind is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.

CBHN is creating a one-stop resource to access holistic health practitioners. If you are a yoga professional who would like to be listed, contact us at askCBHN@cbhn.info.