New Collaboration Aims to Improve Health Inequities in Philadelphia
Accelerate Health Equity brings together 11 organizations to combat racial and social disparities impacting local health outcomes. | From Philadelphia Magazine (Read more.)
Accelerate Health Equity brings together 11 organizations to combat racial and social disparities impacting local health outcomes. | From Philadelphia Magazine (Read more.)
The hope is to find ways to reduce racial disparities in health and spread them around the city. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Come April 1, many Philadelphia families will be facing a devastating reality: a utility shutoff. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
After an explosive report by environmental advocates suggested widespread lead contamination in the water in Philadelphia public schools, at-large Councilmember Helen Gym is proposing legislation to push the School District of Philadelphia to install filtration systems faster. | From: PlanPhilly (Read more.)
Germantown is a neighborhood of historical Black firsts, like the first petition against slavery and the first Black man to own a department store. But, history is still being made every day within community borders. Last Sunday, February 20, the nation’s first menstrual hub, The SPOT Period, celebrated one year of operation right here in Germantown. Co-founder, Lynette Medley, reflects on being a part of history. | From: Germantown Info Hub (Read more.)
The cost of fruits and vegetables jumped 5.6% over the year while meat rose 12% at the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market. Transportation costs are a big reason. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
“I was thinking, ‘Are you seriously worried about my bulletin boards when I have so many problems? Can we focus on how to make my classroom manageable?'” one teacher who resigned mid-year said. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Those with limited English proficiency (LEP) often struggle to find proper healthcare in their native language. This leads to miscommunication with their physicians, and often, negative health outcomes. | From: WHYY (Read more.)
The executive director declined to address the allegations, but said reforms have been made. | From: Billy Penn (Read more.)
There are support groups, family meet-ups, and a growing resource list. | From: Billy Penn (Read more.)
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