Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, leader of Salud America! and a cancer health researcher at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio, joined a special episode of The Cancer Letter Podcast in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month to discuss cancer, policy, and communities. In the podcast episode, Dr. Ramirez joined with Dr. Ruben Mesa, executive director of the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Dr. Luis Carvajal Carmona, associate vice chancellor and professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine at University of California, Davis. The trio discuss federal policy impact on cancer, including the non-medical drivers of health, research investment, and AI. It’s really been a mission of mine to really raise the flag on the importance ...
November is National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM)! NFCM is an opportunity to recognize family caregivers across the country and “raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers,” according to the Administration for Community Living. “Being a caregiver can bring joy and purpose, but it can also lead to stress, exhaustion, and worry about mental health for both you and your loved one,” according to Mental Health America. With this in mind, we've compiled a list of where tools and resources for family caregivers can be found.
Latinos and Caregiving
"Family caregivers include parents, friends, neighbors, and even children, and they span across
all ages, races and ethnicities, incomes, and communities," according ...
Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, leader of Salud America! and cancer health researcher at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio, will receive the 2025 Sedgwick Memorial Medal for Distinguished Service in Public Health from the American Public Health Association (APHA). The award recognizes Ramirez's work in public health, which spans more than 30 years, and is a powerful testament to the legacy of the late Dr. Sedgwick. Ramirez and other APHA awards will be honored Monday, Nov. 3, 2026, during APHA’s 2025 Annual Meeting and Expo. "We celebrate the accomplishments and commitment of [Dr. Ramirez and] these outstanding public health leaders," said Dr. Georges Benjamin, APHA leader, in a statement. "Their contributions have helped strengthen the field and provide inspiration as we ...
The month of October is Health Literacy Month, making it a great time to explore equitable health resources for Latinos and all people. Health Literacy Month was founded by Helen Osborne, M.Ed, OTR/L in 1999. Today, Helen works to helps professionals communicate health information in ways that patients and the public can understand. “By collectively working to improve health literacy, we’ll create a more equitable world where everyone can access high-quality care and achieve positive health outcomes,” according to the Institute for Healthcare Advancement (IHA). Let’s dig deeper into the importance of Health Literacy Month and how you can take action for health literacy.
What is Health Literacy?
Health literacy can be defined in two ways, personal and organizational ...
Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and related grains. It gives dough its stretch and helps baked goods rise. Many common foods contain gluten, including bread, beer, pasta, and cereal. So, why is “gluten-free” become so popular these days? For millions of people, gluten is a medical issue. Celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, and wheat allergies require strict gluten-free diets. “When people with celiac disease eat gluten (a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley), their body mounts an immune response that attacks the small intestine,” according to the Celiac Disease Foundation. In addition, gluten sensitivity causes symptoms when gluten is eaten. However, it doesn’t cause the antibodies and intestinal damage seen in celiac disease. Additionally, ...
September is recognized as National Healthy Aging Month. With this in mind, the National Eye Institute (NEI) has provided six important resources to spread awareness and educate the community about eye health and aging. “Getting older doesn’t have to mean losing your vision. While some vision changes are a normal part of getting older, vision loss related to eye diseases and conditions can be prevented,” according to the National Eye Institute. Let’s dive deeper into these six resources. 1. Browse and Share Articles and Fact Sheets on Eye Health and Aging NEI’s National Eye Health Education Program (NEHEP) offers several articles and fact sheets related to eye diseases and conditions. Topics include managing medications, vision changes, glaucoma, and ...
Infection control can protect frontline workers, patients, and colleagues from the spread of germs in healthcare settings. However, challenges like a foreign language gap can hinder healthcare workers from effectively applying infection control measures. With this in mind, Salud America! and the National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) have translated and created the English-to-Spanish Medical Terminology Fact Sheet as part of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Project Firstline program. This English-to-Spanish Medical Terminology Fact Sheet aims to enhance communication of common medical terms related to infection control to improve provider-patient interactions, patient safety and understanding in healthcare settings. Download the fact ...
July is recognized as Sarcoma Awareness Month, which encourages communities to raise awareness and show support for those affected by sarcoma. Let’s explore resources for you and your loved ones to support!
What is Sarcoma?
Approximately 17,000 people are diagnosed with sarcoma each year in the United States. Sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that “begins in bone or in the soft tissues of the body, including cartilage, fat, muscle, blood vessels, fibrous tissue, or other connective or supportive tissue,” according to National Cancer Institute. With over 100 different subtypes, sarcomas are categorized as soft tissue or bone sarcomas, depending on where they develop in the body. Most sarcomas are within the limbs because this is where most of the body’s connective ...
Whether you’re looking for a recipe, catching up with the latest trends, or staying up with the news, social media plays a large role in people’s daily lives. In fact, people spend an average of 2 hours and 21 minutes a day on social media. While many people rely heavily on social media to get information, facts, and news, the quality of information can also be questionable. With this in mind, the Public Health Communication Collaborative (PHCC) created a guide on Evaluating Credibility on Social Media. Let’s dive deeper into this tool and find out how it can help your community!
Check Credibility of Health Information on Social Media with SIFT
When considering health information on social media, PHCC encourages people to review the information using the acronym ...
