LHAL Pittsburgh - Latino Health Advocacy & Leadership

2007-01-07T11:14:00.000-05:00

PHOTOVOICES...Phase Two...Please Join Us!!!!Dear Friends,Last Winter and Spring we were able to capture hundreds of images of Latinos in the Southwest Pennsylvania are at work and play, with family and friends...we mounted a five week exhibition at the Pittsburgh Filmmakers and conducted several policy lectures thanks to the kind support of our friends at the American Cancer Society, Susan G.

Latino Health Fiesta Erie, PA - On September 16, 2006

2006-09-03T09:31:00.000-05:00

NEWSFor Immediate ReleaseLatino Health Fiesta in Erie, PAAugust 29, 2006, Erie, PA - On September 16, 2006, hundreds of medically underserved Latinos will receive health screening and other medical services- that would have been otherwise unattainable. The "Día de la Mujer" (Day of the Latin American Woman) health fiesta is a unique and cultural intervention focusing on eliminating health

Volunteering at the PHCUP Birmingham Free Clinic

2006-07-13T00:57:00.000-05:00

As we discussed on 6/7, there is a great need for volunteer MH clinicians at the Birmingham Clinic who can speak Spanish. I spoke with several people personally, and this is how the sub-group list for those interested in MH services sorted: Maribel Rivera MD (children, adolescents, adults); Boris Birmaher MD (children and adults);

Hispanic Physicians Launch Obesity Prevention Campaign

2006-05-28T14:21:00.000-05:00

“The nation cannot afford to ignore the obesity crisis and its [health] consequences—especially among Hispanics, a fast-growing population that has a prevalence of being obese. Cheap fast food, a lack of safe areas to exercise in their neighborhoods and fatty diets contribute to Hispanics’ expanding waistlines.” So says Elena Rios, MD,

Universal health care hearing report by Patricia Documet

2006-05-22T13:45:00.000-05:00

Patricia Documet said: I had the opportunity to testify yesterday (May 21) at a Citizens Hearing on Health Care Reform, at Temple Sinai in Squirrel Hill. Thirteen different people got to offer their testimony in front of US Representative John Conyers, Jr. and PA Senator Jim Ferlo and an audience of over 250 people. They wanted

Reminder-- ACS Cancer Survivor Conference-Sat. May 20th-Registrations still being accepted--by phone and at the door!

2006-05-18T15:20:00.000-05:00

Are you in cancer treatment? Do you have questions? American Cancer SocietyCancer Survivors ConferenceTaking the Cancer Journey TogetherAt the Great Hall in Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, PASaturday, May 20, 200611:30am – 4:30pmFREE for ALL survivors – those currently in treatment, those who have completed treatment, and long-term survivors.Workshops with practical information on:• Managing

Racial and Ethnic Differences in Insurance Coverage and Health Care Access and Use

2006-05-16T16:28:00.000-05:00

“Several studies conducted as part of the Urban Institute's Assessing the New Federalism project have focused on documenting and explaining racial and ethnic differences in insurance coverage and health care access and use. ANF's National Survey of America's Families has enabled studies of trends in insurance coverage gaps, analyses of

Citizens Hearing on Health Care Reform MAY 21

2006-05-01T22:04:00.000-05:00

Chaired by Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-MI), Prime Sponsor-HR 676 “United States National Health Insurance Act”. Also known as the “Expanded and Improved Medicare for All Act”Sunday, May 21, 2006 1:30-5:00 PMTemple Sinai, 5505 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh (Squirrel Hill)• Nearly 46 million Americans and 1.5 million Pennsylvanians are

US-TOO & CDC Team up on Men Health issues for minorities

2006-05-01T21:46:00.000-05:00

Please join Us Too International’s attempt to reach out and provide prostate cancer, early detection and survivorship information to minorities and underserved populations in Western Pennsylvania through its CDC grant program. Attached is the brochure giving a description of the program.Many of you attended a Luncheon in November in

Lastest Stats on Persons Without Health Insurance

2006-04-28T11:00:00.000-05:00

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has published the lastest statistics on the number persons without health insurance in preparation for Cover the Uninsured Week, May 1-7. Nationally, the number of person without health insurance has grown to 46 million, including 7 million between the ages of 50 and 64 . Forty percent of the

CHC's Health Care Access in the News: APRIL 17 – April 23, 2006

2006-04-25T07:40:00.000-05:00

Consumer Health Coalition (CHC) has highlighted major news headlines and studies related to health care access from the past week. We hope you find this information interesting and useful! It includes health news regading important minority issues. To read the news report, click HERE [Note: Requires Adobe Reader]. HELP INCREASE ACCESS TO QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE! CONTACT THE CONSUMER

MAY 14: Mother's Day AND Race For The Cure!!

2006-04-18T22:36:00.000-05:00

Through generous support from the Pittsburgh Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Foundation, Magee Womancare International (MWI) is excited to provide FREE registration to members of Pittsburgh's Latina community for the 2006 Pittsburgh RACE FOR THE CURE on Mother's Day, May 14th, 2006 at Schenley Park! Last year, MWI registered over 100

Dr Diego Chavez-Gnecco recipient of prestigious Award

2006-03-31T11:46:00.000-05:00

Dr. Diego Chaves-Gnecco will receive this year's "Margaret Gloninger" Award, given by the University of Pittsburgh's Graduate School of public Health to an alumnuns who has performed significant service to the commuity. (See below). Diego is a pedaitrician, origianlly from Colombia, who is dedicated to our community. He offers once a

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH ’S CENTER FOR MINORITY HEALTH TO HOLD NATIONAL MINORITY HEALTH MONTH ACTIVITIES

2006-03-28T13:57:00.000-05:00

PITTSBURGH , March 28, 2006 — Improving the health status of racial and ethnic minorities, who experience premature illness and death from cancer, diabetes, heart disease and a number of other diseases, is a major concern in today’s public health and medical care environment. The Center for Minority Health (CMH) of the Graduate School

Census data on Health Care spending available

2006-03-25T13:06:00.000-05:00

Here is a link to a press release on consumer spending surveys conducted by the Census Bureau. The complete report is available at the Census. This specific release gives an example of Out of Pocket spending on Health Care by region/city in the U.S. – Pittsburgh is listed.http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/

Dra Irma Russo to speak MONDAY March 27 at 7PM in Pittsburgh

2006-03-22T19:56:00.000-05:00

As part of the PHOTOVOICES Exhibition by the Pittsburgh Latino Health Advocacy & Leadership (LHAL) program, Dr. Irma RUSSO MD has been invited to Pittsburgh to discuss a topic of large importance to Latino families in the USA: "Breast Cancer Prevention in Latinas – Race, Inheritance and Environment".Dr. Irma H. Russo, a native of

Latino community project makes Pitt News (03 Mar 2006)

2006-03-05T23:22:00.000-05:00

"... LHAL has initiated several projects such as health promotion/education, expansion of clinical capacity and a formal community health assessment to help progress the state of Latino health in Western Pennsylvania...vibrant colors and a simplicity that captures the smiles and happiness of the Latino community....Photovoices consists

Recourse Grows Slim for Immigrants Who Fall Ill

2006-03-03T10:07:00.000-05:00

By NINA BERNSTEIN of The New York Times (March 3, 2006)In the last decade, more and more immigrants are delaying care or retreating to bootleg drugs and unlicensed practitioners.When Ming Qiang Zhao felt ill last summer, he lay awake nights in the room he shared with other Chinese restaurant workers in Brooklyn. Though he had worked in

Photovoices Exhibition: Lecture dates and times

2006-03-01T15:38:00.000-05:00

All lectures are Free to the Public and will begin at 7 pmat Pittsburgh Filmmakers477 Melwood Avenue, North OaklandFood and Drink Reception includedThursday March 16 7-9 pm Health Barriers for Latino Immigrants: Is Language the Only Issue?withPatricia Documet, MD, DrPHNathalie Folch, MD, MPHand Sister JaniceMonday March 20 7-9

Magee Women's Hospital Health Program on March 26

2006-02-28T14:22:00.000-05:00

COME AND BRING YOUR FRIENDS!PLEASE JOIN MAGEE WOMANCARE INTERNATIONAL FOR OUR 2006 HANA BREAST HEALTH INFORMATION SESSIONHANA brings together members of the Latino community throughout the Pittsburgh area for important discussions on women’s health issues.!VENGAN Y TRAIGAN A SUS AMIGOS!AÚNANSE AL MAGEE CUIDADO INTERNACIONAL DE LA MUJER

LHAL PHOTOVOICES Exhibit February 25 - April 2 2006

2006-02-20T15:09:00.000-05:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Carol O’SullivanFebruary 8, 2006 412-681-5449Pittsburgh Filmmakers AnnouncesNew Gallery Exhibits (Pittsburgh, PA) – Filmmakers Galleries present two new exhibitions, on view February 24 through April 2, 2006. In the Outer Gallery is Photovoices, a group show by ten Latino artists featuring

LHAL Graduates its FIRST Class Ever!

2006-01-21T18:10:00.000-05:00

Pittsburgh, PA - On January 12, 2006, the Latino Health Advocacy & Leadership program held its commencement ceremony for its first-ever graduating class in Pittsburgh, with a dinner and presentation of certificates at MAYA Restaurant in Beechview. Pictured below are (Left-Right): Jaime Muñoz, Norma Catherine Bazan-Arias, Vijay Jaitley,

Photovoices opportunity for community members

2006-01-12T14:31:00.000-05:00

Dear Friends and Supporters of Latino Health:You are cordially invited to be part of the upcoming Latino Health “Photovoices” exhibit at the Pittsburgh Filmmakers. “Photovoices” is a technique for capturing community themes and strengths using visual images (still and video) as well as audio recordings and text. Pittsburgh Filmmakers will feature our work February 24 – April 2 at their gallery on

LHAL Graduation - you're cordially invited

2006-01-10T14:27:00.000-05:00

The Pittsburgh Latino Health Advocacy and Leadership Program (LHAL)proudly invites you to……their Graduation!!!!Thursday, January 12, 2006Press Conference 4:00 pmReception (byob) 5:30 pmBuffet Dinner 6:00 pmInformal Program 7:00 pmWhere: Maya Restaurant1600 Broadway Avenue (Beechview)Pittsburgh, PA 15216Phone: 412-571-0222 or412-563-0707 for directions.$10 Donation requested from LHAL Friends and

SALUD PARA NINOS Events: Dec 3 & Dec 6

2005-12-01T16:08:00.000-05:00

Saturday December 3: Free Pediatric Clinic - Flu shot clinic for children at risk (6 to 23 months of age, heart or lung disease, and chronic conditions) Tuesday December 6: CHP Family Care Connection Open House Information provided by Dr. Diego Chaves-Gnecco [Diego.Chaves-Gnecco@chp.edu]For more information, click Read more...Photovoices: in progress isOctober 4th through 18th at Artists Image Resource (on the Northside)518 Foreland Street (one block north of East Ohio Street) Pittsburgh 15212412-321-8664

LHAL Pittsburgh - Latino Health Advocacy & Leadership

2005-09-27T21:23:00.000-05:00

Photovoices: in progress The Pittsburgh Latino Health Advocacy and Leadership Program (LHAL) presents Photovoices: in progress, the first of two photography and text installations that captures the travels, works, and community life of Latinos in the Pittsburgh Region. Photography by: Guillermo Ascanio, Mimi Bray, Ezequiel Mobley, Maritza Mosquera, Philomena O'Dea, Mauricio Patino, Teisha

What is LHAL Pittsburgh? It is the Latino Health Advocacy & Leadership program for Pittsburgh PA!

2005-09-23T12:12:00.000-05:00

Pittsburgh Latino Health Advocacy and Leadership Program (LHAL)The Pittsburgh Latino Health Advocacy and Leadership Program (LHAL) is a partnership including the American Cancer Society, Allegheny County Health Department, Area Agency on Aging-Allegheny County, American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association, Hilltop Community Health Center, Hispanic Center, Latin American Cultural

Join the SWPA Latino Community, LHAL and many other organizations at Al Servicio de la Comunidad----Sunday, October 9th at St. Hyacinth's in Oakland

2005-09-18T18:51:00.000-05:00

Washington Hospital Site Pics

2005-09-17T19:40:00.000-05:00

As with the photos of the Magee-South Site previous post below, we are looking for group member feedback and comments about the feasibility of various sites for our upcoming family health festival event. The site depicted in the following 6 photos is Washington Hospital and its surrounding grounds in Washington, PA. Please send your comments and input to my email address. Other potential sites

Magee South Site Photos

2005-09-12T06:55:00.000-05:00

Here are more pictures. Please forgive my photography skills, thanks to Teisha, and please send your comments regarding the site to my email address. Thanks -VijaiWe are seeking group member feedback on the feasibility of utilizing the Magee South Site for our upcoming health festival

Studies show continued racial disparities in health care (from FasterCures SmartBrief)

2005-08-18T14:13:00.000-05:00

Despite being documented for decades, health care disparities between whites and blacks persist, especially when it comes to more expensive and complex procedures, according to three large federally funded studies released this week. Boston Globe, The (8/18), MSNBC/Associated Press (8/17)

Report: Health care inequalities need to change

2005-07-22T00:12:00.000-05:00

The U.S. health care system provides unequal services and treatment to blacks, a report by the Northwest Federation of Community Organizations says. The report also suggested that encouraging communities to take more control over their health care issues sparked healthier behavior. Advocates for policy change argue health care disparities must be addressed on an individual level by holding

Sunday July 24th at the Heinz Field Great Hall 10am-3pm

2005-07-20T20:43:00.000-05:00

Dear friends and family,The Pittsburgh Latino Health Advocacy and Leadership Program (LHAL)andthe American Cancer Society (ACS)cordially invite you tothe 2005 Cancer Survivors Conference, Sunday July 24that The Great Hall at Heinz Field from 10am to 3:30pm The event will include health information talks in non-technical language, lunch, parking and a

SALUD PARA NIÑOS FREE BILINGUAL PEDIATRIC CLINIC July 23rd (Julio 23) and August 20th (Agosto 20)

2005-07-19T23:29:00.000-05:00

ATENCION Sábados Julio 23 y Agosto 20 SALUD PARA NIÑOS Clínica Pediátrica Gratuíta Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Care Mobile Clínica Gratuíta Birmingham (Birmingham Free Clinic) No se necesita cita o seguro de salud

Horario especial de la Clinica SALUD por 4th of July

2005-06-28T09:58:00.000-05:00

LHAL Pittsburgh - Latino Health Advocacy & Leadership La Clinica Birmingham estará CERRADA el SABADO, 2 de julio y LUNES 4 de julio para celebrar el Día de Independencia Norteamericana. Abremos el MIERCOLES, Seis de julio, 1:OO PM Por favor, vaya a la sala de emergencia (UPMC South Side – 2000 Mary Street en el South Side) en caso de emergencia. Llame al Program for Healthcare to

Call for Latino Photographers, Writers and Health Advocates

2005-06-24T00:05:00.000-05:00

LHAL Pittsburgh - Latino Health Advocacy & Leadership Latino Photovoices Project The Pittsburgh Latino Health Advocacy and Leadership Program (LHAL) is using a technique known in public health as "Photovoices" to capture community themes and strengths using photographic images as just one element of its assessment of Latino health in the Greater Pittsburgh area. LHAL plans to mount an exhibit

SALUD PARA NIÑOS Sábado Julio 23

2005-06-21T10:52:00.000-05:00

Clínica Pediátrica Gratuíta - Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Care Mobile Clínica Gratuíta Birmingham (Birmingham Free Clinic) No se necesita cita o seguro de salud 10 AM to 12:30 PM Para ser atendido, por favor llegar antes del medio día (12 PM) Si tiene registro de vacunas u otros documentos médicos favor traerlos a la visita. Lugar: Salvation Army (Centro de Donaciones) 54 S. 9th Street,

Pictures from the LBBC Press Conference at Tango Cafe

2005-06-20T23:34:00.000-05:00

LHAL Pittsburgh - Latino Health Advocacy & LeadershipOn June 16, the LHAL team organized a Press Conference at the Tango Cafe in the Squirrel Hill district of Pittsburgh, PA, in coordination with the Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC) organization, to introduce the "Celebramos el Manhana", a valuable bilingual booklet written by and for breast cancer survivors. Here is the full group picture with

LHAL June reception and festival participation

2005-06-07T09:12:00.000-05:00

On Thursday June 16, 6pm - 8 pm at Dowe's on Ninth Street (PGH) we will sponsor a reception to celebrate LHAL's work in particular our partnership with Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC). Join us for tapas and non-alcoholic beverages and music! Find out more about the LHAL, its goals, and review "Celebremos el mañana", a resource by Latinas for Latinas. Free salsa classes from 8pm - 9pm and a

LATINO PHOTOVOICES PROJECT CALL FOR ARTISTS

2005-04-28T12:37:00.000-05:00

Contact: Susan Myers 412-725-4619 or myers@telerama.com by May 20th.The Pittsburgh Latino Health Advocacy and Leadership Program (LHAL) is using a technique known in public health as "Photovoices" to capture community themes and strengths using photographic images as a way to assess Latino health in the Greater Pittsburgh area. LHAL will mount an exhibit of these images this Fall ’05 accompanied

Important LHAL Pittsburgh upcoming dates:

2005-04-20T14:38:00.000-05:00

On Wednesday April 20 at 10 am in Sue's Office 6401 Penn Ave Suite 300 we will be stuffing Latino health information bags. Special thanks to Peggy Toomey and Lora Ann Bray of NCI's Cancer Information Service and an LHAL member for securing material from Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, American Cancer Society and others.On Saturday April 23, 4pm - ? We will disseminate Latino health

Request: survey for PA Latino Health Summit

2005-04-11T16:14:00.000-05:00

Dear fellow classmates, I hope you are able to share your thoughts in the upcoming Latino health summit in our state:2005 PENNSYLVANIA SUMMIT ON LATINO HEALTHThe Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs (GACLA), in conjunction with the PA Department of Health, invites you to participate in the planning process for the May 2005 Latino Summit on Health. By completing the survey below, you

What is LHAL? What is I-LEAD?

2005-01-31T16:57:00.000-05:00

LHAL is the "Latino Health Advocacy and Leadership" Program for Pittsburgh. A new health advocacy program has come to the Pittsburgh Area Latino Community! With the guidance of the I-Lead organization and the commitment of the community, we have a Latino Health Advocacy and Leadership Program. The LHAL Program is I-LEAD's community-health specific version of its tested and proven community

LHAL visits the Pittsburgh Filmmakers on Jan 26

2005-01-30T21:38:00.000-05:00

A subgroup of the LHAL program met with representatives of the Pittsburgh Filmmakers organization to discuss the possibility of collaborating on the production of the LHAL "PhotoVoice" project. Susan Myers, Rosa Thomson, Susan and Fernando Cardoza met with Gary Kaboly (Director of Exhibition) and Amy Robeson (Artist Svcs Coordinator).

"Give Kids a Smile Day" - FREE Dental Care for Kids!

2005-01-30T18:29:00.000-05:00

During EARLY FEBRUARY, FREE dental care will be offered for kids 18 years of age or younger. Please contact Lin Delgado for more information and to register at 412-958-4284. Free treatments will include cleanings and fluoride applications.

LHAL Course Textbooks

2005-01-30T13:23:00.000-05:00

We are fortunate to have access to excellent FIELD REFERENCE MATERIAL as textbooks for the LHAL program. But don't take my word for it. Click on the 'Read more....' link below to find out what the readers at Amazon.com say about these textbooks.