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Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick? sfdsdf

Submitted by host on April 8, 2010 - 5:59pm

Unnatural Causes

Unnatural Causes to be Re-aired on PBS

The documentary Unnatural Causes, produced by the California NewsReel, will be re-aired on PBS this coming October.  This award winning program explores the causes of racial and socio-economic health disparities.  To learn more about the documentary click here.

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Dellums Commission sfdsdf

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Better Health through Stronger Communities:

Public Policy Reform to Expand Life Paths of Young Men of Color

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Disaster Mitigation Planning sfdsdf

Submitted by host on April 8, 2010 - 5:22pm

An Inclusive Approach to Disaster Preparedness and Recovery

New Orleans After KatrinaMore than 23 million Americans live in areas vulnerable to hurricane catastrophe. A fifth of those living in these areas are poor and, if the lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina hold true, many will not have the resources they need to save themselves when disaster hits.

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CPIPO Commissioners sfdsdf

Submitted by host on April 8, 2010 - 4:43pm

Co-Chair:

Micahel C. Lu, M.D., MPH
Associate Professor of Gynecology & Obstetrician and Public Health
Universtiy of California, Los Angeles

Co-Chair:

Willie J. Parker, M.D., MPH
Medical Director
Planned Parenthood, Washington DC

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Commission on Paternal Involvement in Pregnancy Outcomes (CPIPO) sfdsdf

Submitted by host on April 8, 2010 - 4:18pm

Focusing on the Role of Expectant Fathers in Healthier Pregnancies and Babies

While much has been written about fathers' influence on child health and development, little is known about the male partners' influence on maternal health.

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HPI National Advisory Committee sfdsdf

Submitted by host on April 8, 2010 - 3:40pm

Chair:

The Honorable Ronald V. Dellums
Mayor, City of Oakland

Advisory Board Members:

Georges C. Benjamin, M.D., F.A.C.P.
Executive Director
American Public Health Association

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Health Policy Focus Areas sfdsdf

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To support a Health Equity Movement, HPI conducts research and policy analysis, and supports initiatives to address the root causes of health inequities.  Major initiatives include PLACE MATTERS, the Commission on Paternal Involvement in Pregnancy Outcomes (CPIPO), and the National Health Policy Training Alliance.

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Dr. Brian D. Smedley, Vice President sfdsdf

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Media Inquiries

Betty Anne Williams
(202) 789 3505
bawilliams@jointcenter.org

Speaking Requests

Please contact Carla Gullatt at cgullatt@jointcenter.org or (202) 789 3544. Requests can also be faxed to (202) 789 6385, using this form.

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Staff sfdsdf

Submitted by host on April 8, 2010 - 11:35am

Health Policy Institute Staff

Brian Smedley, PhD
Vice President and Director, Health Policy Institute
Contact Dr. Smedley

Gina E. Wood
Deputy Director, Health Policy Institute
gwood@jointcenter.org

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Moving Ahead Together: Celebrating the Legacy, Shaping the Future of Maternal and Child Health sfdsdf

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Moving Ahead Together: Celebrating the Legacy, Shaping the Future of Maternal and Child Health
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The Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs Annual Conference was held March 6-10, 2010, at the Gaylord Hotel and Convention Center in National Harbor, MD.  The objectives of the conference, "Moving Ahead Together: Celebrating the Legacy, Shaping the Future of Maternal Child Health", included exploring multidisciplinary approaches to Maternal and Child Health, identifying best practices, and promoting innovative approaches to health policy.

Dr. Jermane Bond contributed to Roundtable #8 on Monday 8th from 4:30-5:45.  The session was titled "Paternal Perspectives: Pathways to Improving Fathers' Involvement."  - Dr. Bond addressed the role of expectant fathers in improving pregnancy outcomes.

To learn more about the event, visit the official site, here.

Download the program here.

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The Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs Annual Conference was held March 6-10, 2010, at the Gaylord Hotel and Convention Center in National Harbor, MD.  The objectives of the conference, "Moving Ahead Together: Celebrating the Legacy, Shaping the Future of Maternal Child Health", included exploring multidisciplinary approaches to Maternal and Child Health, identifying best practices, and promoting innovative approaches to health policy.

Dr. Jermane Bond contributed to Roundtable #8 on Monday 8th from 4:30-5:45.  The session was titled "Paternal Perspectives: Pathways to Improving Fathers' Involvement."  - Dr. Bond addressed the role of expectant fathers in improving pregnancy outcomes.

To learn more about the event, visit the official site, here.

Download the program here.

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