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REACHing for Vaccine Equity

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REACHing for Vaccine Equity is a limited series podcast hosted by the iREACH team at the Association of Immunization Managers (AIM). This series of informative episodes discusses how individuals living with chronic health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, clinical depression, and more, can continue to thrive with the preventative power of getting vaccinated and adopting healthy behaviors. Each episode will provide examples of vaccine equity initiatives for specific health conditions and share tips for community leaders on reaching and supporting diverse communities to achieve health and vaccine equity. Meet iREACH recipients who will share successful strategies they've used in their communities, their challenges, and the health inequities they are working to overcome. AIM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to establishing a nation free of vaccine-preventable diseases and eliminating health disparities. Visit our website ImmunizationManagers.org to get resources to help your community thrive. This podcast series is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. All episodes were recorded and produced in 2023.

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September 7, 2023

Holistic Approaches to Improve Health Outcomes

<div>In this final episode of the limited season of REACHing for Vaccine Equity, meet a team in Charlotte, North Carolina using innovative approaches to change hearts and minds to improve COVID-19 and flu vaccination rates. In “Holistic Approaches to Improve Health Outcomes,” hear about actionable ideas that could be helpful in your community as well.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ashley Carmenia, DHSc, MPH, the project director at RAO Community Health/Carmenia Consulting, LLC, and Chinue Hinds-Hazelwood, MSC, the communications manager at RAO Community Health, share how their team worked alongside their communities to improve vaccine confidence and lower barriers to healthcare access for communities in Charlotte. Implementing a multidimensional approach, their team focused on meeting the needs of the diverse community, including Black, Latino, Asian American, White, LGBT, and transient (homeless) populations.</div> <div> </div> <div>In this episode hosted by AIM iREACH project Public Health Consultant Dr. Yabo Beysolow: </div> <div> <ul> <li>Learn how building vaccine confidence must go hand-in-hand with addressing all disparities and improving health outcomes. The team created events that addressed food disparity alongside vaccine clinics.</li> <li>See partnerships in action! The team partnered with fraternities, sororities, and even comedians in the Charlotte community they serve to boost vaccine awareness and access.</li> <li>Get tips to help your community overcome vaccination stigma by having honest conversations with real people. Ashley and Chinue share how barbershop conversations worked to increase vaccine education and acceptance.</li> </ul> </div> <p><strong>About Ashley Carmenia</strong></p> <p>Ashley Carmenia is a public health professional with over 10 years of experience. She owns Carmenia Consulting, LLC, and is a public health technical lead expert for a corporate healthcare company. Previously, she was the health equity director at RAO Community Health -- where she still serves as the project director over the Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity (DNPAO) grant work. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science with a concentration in Community Health Education and Promotion from California State University San Bernardino in 2010 and her Master of Public Health degree from the University of New England in 2016. She is in the final year of her Doctor of Health Science program at Campbell University. She strongly advocates for women's and maternal health and has an equal passion for advancing health equity and reducing health disparities within her community.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About Chinue Hinds-Hazelwood</strong></p> <p>Chinue Hinds-Hazelwood has over four years of experience in marketing communications and ten years of experience as a graphic designer. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Prior to her current role at RAO Community Health, she designed for local and corporate brands. Shortly after starting at RAO in 2019, she decided to transition her career into marketing communications. She recently graduated with her Master of Science degree in Communications from Purdue University. She credits RAO for giving her the opportunity to educate and spread awareness to those who look like her in the Charlotte community through media messages.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Connect and Links: </strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rao_health" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RAO Health Instagram</a></p> <p><a href="https://ww.raoassist.org" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">RAO Website</a></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About the Podcast</strong><strong>:</strong></p> <div> <p><strong>REACHing for Vaccine Equity</strong> is a limited series podcast hosted by the iREACH team at the Association of Immunization Managers (AIM). This series of informative episodes discusses how individuals living with chronic health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, clinical depression, and more, can continue to thrive with the preventative power of getting vaccinated and adopting healthy behaviors. Each episode will provide examples of vaccine equity initiatives for specific health conditions and share tips for community leaders on reaching and supporting diverse communities to achieve health and vaccine equity. Meet iREACH recipients who will share successful strategies they’ve used in their communities, their challenges, and the health inequities they are working to overcome.</p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p>AIM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to establishing a nation free of vaccine-preventable diseases and eliminating health disparities. Visit our website ImmunizationManagers.org to get resources to help your community thrive. This podcast series is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. All episodes were recorded and produced in 2023.</p> <p> </p> </div> <p class="MsoNormal">Make sure to subscribe to the REACHing for Vaccine Equity podcast on <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reaching-for-vaccine-equity/id1671573467"> Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/1wafVWpCeHrctt4B2FgnTU?si=Bn-hLMVcT82MZzEVhXS-lQ&nd=1"> Spotify</a> to hear about the intersection of vaccination and other critical health topics, including kidney disease, heart disease, food insecurity, diabetes, lung disease, obesity/nutrition, pregnancy/breastfeeding, and healthcare access/community sustainability.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention generously funds this podcast series. All episodes will be recorded and produced in 2023 to contain the most recent health information.</p>

August 16, 2023

Innovative Strategies to Build Vaccine Confidence in a Hispanic/Latino Community

<p>Get inspired to build stronger partnerships that empower Hispanic/Latino communities to feel vaccine confident in this REACHing for Vaccine Equity episode. Listen to <span class= "m-2833822454327358185msocommentreference">“Innovative Strategies to Build Vaccine Confidence in a Hispanic/Latino Community” and learn how activating trusted partners led to vaccine success in this vibrant community with</span> strong family connections.</p> <p>Andrea Murray, MPH, the Director of Penn State REACH at Penn State College of Medicine, and William A. Calo, Ph.D., J.D., MPH, Associate Professor at Penn State College of Medicine, share inspiring strategies to develop programs accessible to the Hispanic/Latino community in terms of both language and culture. Improving COVID-19 and flu vaccination rates for this population requires leveraging knowledge about cultural backgrounds to improve access and help individuals feel more comfortable receiving care.</p> <p>In this episode hosted by AIM iREACH project Public Health Consultant Dr. Yabo Beysolow:</p> <ul> <li>Hear how the Penn State-led program worked with well-known community partners and trusted messengers to build confidence in flu and COVID-19 vaccines.</li> <li>Explore how to better reach Hispanic/Latino communities through proven approaches to language and communication challenges.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>About Andrea Murray, MPH</strong></p> <p>Andrea Murray, MPH, is a project manager in the Department of Medicine at Penn State College of Medicine. Andrea joined the College of Medicine in 2018 and has expertise in rural health, racial and ethnic minority health, and social determinants of health. She manages The Penn State Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) project funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In addition, she serves as the Community Engagement Director for the Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute’s Community-Engaged Research Core (CTSI CERC). Andrea extends her leadership in these roles to identify and strengthen community-academic partnerships across Pennsylvania communities. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About William A. Calo, Ph.D., JD, MPH</strong></p> <p>Dr. William Calo is a Hispanic/Latino researcher and Associate Professor at the Penn State College of Medicine. His research program examines how to adapt, implement, and evaluate evidence-based interventions to improve vaccination rates and chronic disease prevention among disadvantaged populations, especially Hispanic and rural populations. Dr. Calo is currently focused on the impact of communication, health systems, and community interventions on vaccine uptake for COVID-19, influenza, and HPV vaccines. He is Co-Investigator for the REACH project in central Pennsylvania. This REACH project seeks to deliver and implement evidence-based, community-led interventions to improve physical activity, nutrition, and diabetes prevention in Hispanic communities. Dr. Calo is also passionate about minority health and the application of implementation science to better advance health equity. He has published over 70 scientific articles, including a recent publication addressing COVID-19 in the Hispanic community <a href= "https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/90271">https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/90271</a>, named one of the CDC's Top 10 Most Talked About Articles of 2020.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Connect and Links: </strong></p> <p><a href="https://med.psu.edu/home">Penn State College of Medicine</a></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/WilliamACalo">William A. Calo's Twitter</a></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About the Podcast</strong><strong>:</strong></p> <div> <p><strong>REACHing for Vaccine Equity</strong> is a limited series podcast hosted by the iREACH team at the Association of Immunization Managers (AIM). This series of informative episodes discusses how individuals living with chronic health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, clinical depression, and more, can continue to thrive with the preventative power of getting vaccinated and adopting healthy behaviors. Each episode will provide examples of vaccine equity initiatives for specific health conditions and share tips for community leaders on reaching and supporting diverse communities to achieve health and vaccine equity. Meet iREACH recipients who will share successful strategies they’ve used in their communities, their challenges, and the health inequities they are working to overcome.</p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p>AIM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to establishing a nation free of vaccine-preventable diseases and eliminating health disparities. Visit our website ImmunizationManagers.org to get resources to help your community thrive. This podcast series is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. All episodes were recorded and produced in 2023.</p> <p> </p> </div> <p class="MsoNormal">Make sure to subscribe to the REACHing for Vaccine Equity podcast on <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reaching-for-vaccine-equity/id1671573467"> Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/1wafVWpCeHrctt4B2FgnTU?si=Bn-hLMVcT82MZzEVhXS-lQ&nd=1"> Spotify</a> to hear about the intersection of vaccination and other critical health topics, including kidney disease, heart disease, food insecurity, diabetes, lung disease, obesity/nutrition, pregnancy/breastfeeding, and healthcare access/community sustainability.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention generously funds this podcast series. All episodes will be recorded and produced in 2023 to contain the most recent health information.</p>

July 19, 2023

Building Vaccine Trust in the Rural South

<p class="MsoNormal">In this episode of REACHing for Vaccine Equity, learn from a community health leader who addressed generational mistrust of vaccines with education and compassion in rural Alabama. In the “Building Vaccine Trust in the Rural South” episode, hear Na’Sha DeRamus, REACH COVID/Flu Vaccination Coordinator for The Wellness Coalition, share how her team boosted trust in COVID-19 and flu vaccines through outreach and education. This project worked to reach African American adults in Macon, Montgomery, and Lowndes Counties in Alabama to improve vaccine access and vaccine confidence.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">In this episode hosted by AIM iREACH project Public Health Consultant Lisa Jacques-Carroll:</p> <ul> <li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst">Get tips to problem-solve unique challenges of vaccine access, delivery, and implementation in rural communities.</li> <li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle">Learn how The Wellness Coalition used trusted messengers and community partners to organize vaccination clinics and collaborate with existing community events.</li> <li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle">Get inspired by a shining moment of building relationships in a rural setting to boost confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine.</li> <li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast">Hear how The Wellness Coalition leveraged trust in the flu vaccine to raise COVID-19 vaccination rates by lending a listening ear to make people feel comfortable and confident in the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>About Na'Sha:</strong></p> <p>Na’Sha DeRamus is from the small town of Billingsley, Alabama. She attended Troy University in Troy, AL, and received her Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism and her Master’s degree in strategic communication. She started working in public health during the COVID-19 pandemic. With her experience in communications, she has connected with community members through transparent conversations and has promoted health and wellness through radio and news interviews.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Connect and Links:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.thewellnesscoalition.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Wellness Coalition website</a></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About the Podcast</strong><strong>:</strong></p> <div> <p><strong>REACHing for Vaccine Equity</strong> is a limited series podcast hosted by the iREACH team at the Association of Immunization Managers (AIM). This series of informative episodes discusses how individuals living with chronic health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, clinical depression, and more, can continue to thrive with the preventative power of getting vaccinated and adopting healthy behaviors. Each episode will provide examples of vaccine equity initiatives for specific health conditions and share tips for community leaders on reaching and supporting diverse communities to achieve health and vaccine equity. Meet iREACH recipients who will share successful strategies they’ve used in their communities, their challenges, and the health inequities they are working to overcome.</p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p>AIM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to establishing a nation free of vaccine-preventable diseases and eliminating health disparities. Visit our website ImmunizationManagers.org to get resources to help your community thrive. This podcast series is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. All episodes were recorded and produced in 2023.</p> <p> </p> </div> <p class="MsoNormal">Make sure to subscribe to the REACHing for Vaccine Equity podcast on <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reaching-for-vaccine-equity/id1671573467"> Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/1wafVWpCeHrctt4B2FgnTU?si=Bn-hLMVcT82MZzEVhXS-lQ&nd=1"> Spotify</a> to hear about the intersection of vaccination and other critical health topics, including kidney disease, heart disease, food insecurity, diabetes, lung disease, obesity/nutrition, pregnancy/breastfeeding, and healthcare access/community sustainability.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention generously funds this podcast series. All episodes will be recorded and produced in 2023 to contain the most recent health information.</p>

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What is REACHing for Vaccine Equity?: REACHing for Vaccine Equity is a limited series podcast hosted by the iREACH team at the Association of Immunization Managers (AIM). This series of informative episodes discusses how individuals living with chronic health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, clinical depression, and more, can continue to thrive with the preventative power of getting vaccinated and adopting healthy behaviors. Each episode will provide examples of vaccine equity initiatives for specific health conditions and share tips for community leaders on reaching and supporting diverse communities to achieve health and vaccine equity. Meet iREACH recipients who will share successful strategies they've used in their communities, their challenges, and the health inequities they are working to overcome.

AIM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to establishing a nation free of vaccine-preventable diseases and eliminating health disparities. Visit our website ImmunizationManagers.org to get resources to help your community thrive. This podcast series is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. All episodes were recorded and produced in 2023.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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