Aligning for Health

Working to eliminate the barriers to addressing non-medical drivers of health.

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#AFH is partnering with @RISEhlth to host our annual #SDOH Policy Forum in December!

We're convening a growing list of SDOH leaders from @CMSGov @HUDgov @USDANutrition @ACLgov @DeptVetAffairs @CDCgov @WhiteHouse & MORE

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Be sure to check out AFH’s monthly newsletter by visiting our website.

You’ll get the latest on federal updates and our favorite reads on non medical drivers of health for this month.

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We’re here on day 3 of RISE! Krista Drobac, AFH Founder, is diving into how we can shape the conversation around SDoH in 2025. Excited for the insights ahead! #SDoH #FutureOfHealth #Rise2024

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We also heard from a range of speakers at the “Rx for Change: The Intersection of Aging, Health Equity, and Federal Policy” at @CBCFInc! The panel provided a range of perspectives on health equity and inclusion and the road ahead for addressing systemic disparities. #ALC53

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Transportation is one of the leading barriers for why people don’t get care when they need care AND where they need care, says
Dr. Christopher King, when discussing representation and inclusion in clinical trials. #ALC53

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AFH is here at @CBCFInc for the next few days! We are excited to dive into great conversations and to hear from experts on all things health equity. Follow along for our quick takes and thoughts as we go through this week. #ALC53

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In this week's newsletter, we highlight a study by The American Academy of Pediatrics, which discusses racial disparities in asthma hospitalizations and emergency department visits among Medicaid-enrolled children.

Check out our newsletter (https://t.co/fa4FVdoyPO) to read more!

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Looking to stay updated on upcoming SDOH events? Dive into our weekly newsletter to learn more about briefings, webinars, and conferences you can attend!

Learn more at: https://t.co/fa4FVdoyPO

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Registration is now LIVE! ✅

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Registration is now open for The 3rd Annual Social Determinants of Health Policy Forum, in cooperation with @Aligning4Health, taking place Dec. 2-4 in Washington D.C.

25 Super Early Bird tickets available now:
https://t.co/m8MlyGKubk

#SDoHPolicyForum24 #SDoH #healthequity

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Discover how integrating SDOH data into risk assessment models can empower health plans to effectively pinpoint and assist members facing nonadherence due to social factors. Dive deeper into this topic by exploring our weekly newsletter.

Read more here: https://t.co/ZAG9jOm1bo

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It’s Earth Day 🌎! At HHS, we know climate change can directly affect health, so we’re committed to improving it.

Today, we’re announcing tools to address extreme heat and help the health sector reduce emissions: https://t.co/zMOWwd5bYa

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Check out what @AHRQnews has to say about practices and strategies to promote health equity through digital health initiatives and more in this week's newsletter!

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[Healthy Alliance @hlthyalliance]

#FromThenToNow, our #SCN has largely grown, now more than 6x the number of partner locations across our footprint than our start!
Together, we've been screening for + providing services to address #HRSNs in our communities; we're at the forefront of change for health of NYers!

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The core goals include strengthening public health data, accelerating access to analytic solutions, visualizing insights for action, and advancing interoperable data. This strategy acknowledges the critical role of social determinants of health (SDOH) in shaping health outcomes.

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Last week, the @cdc released their 2024-2025 Public Health Data Strategy which aims to strengthen public health data infrastructure, reduce data complexity, promote health equity, provide timely data, and improve health outcomes through four core goals!

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Have you heard the latest about Connecticut's 1115 waiver amendment that would offer limited services for certain individuals 90 days prior to release from incarceration and provide services to address HRSN? Learn more about this story at https://t.co/IBEldYvhwa!

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Today, the @USDA announced that it has finalized updates to the #WIC food packages to align with the latest dietary science. We look forward to seeing the impact this step will have on the health and well-being of the 6.6 million moms, babies, and young children in WIC!

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Friday Action Items:

1. Sign up for AFH's weekly newsletter to stay connected with us. ✅✅
2. Check out this week's newsletter on our website for SDoH related updates. ✅✅

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🎧 Dive into the latest episode by @3M and learn more about how social drivers of health are captured in medical records and their potential to enhance care and address health equity gaps. Tune in at: https://t.co/BQsWfG0tl2!
#healthcare #data #podcast

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📖 Want to learn more about how the White House and HHS are addressing social determinants? Check out the U.S. Playbook to Address Social Determinants of Health (https://t.co/ythqNtXPc7…), which AFH was a contributor.

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We are pleased to celebrate National Minority Health Month with @MinorityHealth & promote this year’s theme, Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections. Learn more: https://t.co/ZxuNUBQoT2… #SourceForBetterHealth