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The Center for Health Equity is part of the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community at IU. We work to achieve health equity for people with disabilities.

[CHE @CHE_IU]

Don't forget that you can once again get free at-home COVID-19 tests from the federal government. You can place your order for four free tests that will be delivered - at no cost - by the post office. Orders are shipping now. #SleeveUp

https://t.co/3xZKg3rgq6

[National Council on Disability (NCD) @NCDgov]

Presidential Proclamation for National Disability Employment Awareness Month https://t.co/24XlqvvJBg

[HHS @HHSGov]

#DomesticViolence can take the form of physical, sexual, or psychological aggression. In October, we educate ourselves and our loved ones on recognizing and addressing domestic violence.

Learn more from @cdcgov at https://t.co/LaHCI2uAXY.

[ADA National Network @ADANational]

It's National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Get the answers to all of your frequently asked questions about employment and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by checking out our new Employment Resource Hub here: https://t.co/QpJ1dMctZ6 #NDEAM #ADANetworkHub

[National Disability Rights Network @NDRNadvocates]

Every person deserves the opportunity to contribute their skills and talents to the workforce. Join us in promoting inclusion and equity this #NDEAM

[Great Lakes ADA Ctr @adagreatlakes]

It's National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! Recognizing the importance of ensuring all people have equal opportunity to contribute their skills and talents, this year’s #NDEAM theme is “Advancing Access and Equity.” Learn more at https://t.co/eCJw6jZPnh.
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[Center on Community Living and Careers @CCLCIU]

Looking for tips, guidance, or resources about post high school opportunities? Look no further! Our “What’s Next?” newsletter provides all that and more.

Subscribe here: https://t.co/tpYAzfghga

[CHE @CHE_IU]

In this video, Emily, Krista, Amy, and Kristina talk about how important it was for them to get the COVID-19 vaccine because of health conditions that put them in the high-risk category. They also wanted to proect family, friends, and coworkers. #SleeveUp https://t.co/OqU8Vi3KZQ

[CHE @CHE_IU]

Yesterday @NIH formally designated people with disabilities (PWD) as a health disparity population. This designation will help improve the health equity of PWD. It will also increase the representation of PWD in NIH-funded research.
https://t.co/tYhlxkxUDy

[CHE @CHE_IU]

Marty discusses why it is important for her family to stay up to date on vaccinations. “I'm glad that we have tools in our lifetime to help deal with some of these issues...and we have tools to fight them.” #SleeveUp
https://t.co/MUk5mS5bHn

[CHE @CHE_IU]

On September 27 and 28, @ACLgov will host 2 webinars on the Rehabilitation Act, which turns 50 this year.

Learn more and Register:
Sept 27
https://t.co/bJxIfP5qJx

Sept 28
https://t.co/HnfsT7DIsX

[CHE @CHE_IU]

@adagreatlakes will host an online listening session on the proposed rulemaking for the accessibility of web services for state and local governments covered by Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act on September 26 from 3 to 4:30 pm ET.

https://t.co/8ZQM3Va3X8

[CHE @CHE_IU]

Free webinar - "Culturally Driven Strategies: Tailoring Health Communications to Build Understanding and Trust," Sept. 21, 1-2:30pm ET. A panel will discuss various techniques to communicate about public health to diverse audiences based on their culture.
https://t.co/KfHnRhL5sK

[CHE @CHE_IU]

One hour from now! #LongCovid

[CHE @CHE_IU]

Long COVID: Free Webinar, Sept. 18, 11 am - Noon ET.

Dr. Vidya Sundareshan will provide an overview of the current research and treatment of Long COVID.

If you have any question for Dr. Sundareshan, include your question when registering: https://t.co/FeCcOe4RrF
#SleeveUp

[CHE @CHE_IU]

This week, the CDC recommened that everyone 6 months and older get the updated COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccination remains the best protection against COVID-19-related hospitalization and death, as well as Long COVID.

https://t.co/jb4zDPfPhi

#SleeveUp

[CHE @CHE_IU]

Today is the official start date of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15). This year’s theme is “Todos Somos, Somos Uno: We Are All, We Are One.” The Office of Minority Health has a page with information and resources to share.

https://t.co/0n791PUXkT

[Center on Community Living and Careers @CCLCIU]

https://t.co/ILDRZeogAm

Did you see the latest issue of What's Next?

Many young adults with #disabilities and their families fear losing needed benefits due to financial growth. But what if there were safe pathways to build for the future, without the dread of benefit loss?

[CHE @CHE_IU]

In the Center's latest video, “Vaccines Help Protect My Health,” T.J. from Illinois and Jeffrey from Michigan talk about why staying up to date with CDC-recommended vaccinations, such as COVID-19 and flu, is important. #SleeveUp

https://t.co/hAGFxSJ2v6

[CHE @CHE_IU]

This month, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 turns 50. It is important civil rights legislation for people with disabilities.

@ACLgov
has resources to learn more about the Rehab Act, including its own webinar series later this month, “The Rehab Act at 50.” https://t.co/QgcpvxAo1F

[CHE @CHE_IU]

@ACLgov is offering aging and disability organizations funded through their program the option to bulk order at-home COVID-19 tests to distribute in their community.

To begin the process:
https://t.co/9UjtQZEdRs

More information:
https://t.co/ZZikY0QFmk