Pharm Ochoko

Pharmacist💊💊💉/ Young preacher of fake drugs/ a lover of humanity/ public health advocate

[LA Public Health @lapublichealth]

On #WorldTBDay, we’re highlighting our Refugee Health Program and Clinic for being chosen as this year’s CDC U.S. TB Elimination Champions! 🎉

For more information on Tuberculosis (TB), visit https://t.co/kS9JiwNyPw

#TBEliminationChampion

[Dave Chase: Community-owned health plan catalyst @chasedave]

Mega health systems/carriers have decades of evidence they've failed which is why they don't speak at our annual gathering of "walkers" (vs. "talkers")

Example: https://t.co/d8CauSXEUr

Join us to learn how it's done https://t.co/eHiAsQSAq7

[LA Public Health @lapublichealth]

Cold Weather Alert - Cold Temperatures Expected in Parts of Los Angeles County.

View: https://t.co/GxeM8mGE4u

[Community Health Impact Coalition @join_chic]

#proCHWs are the key to #HealthForAll. To bring care to their neighbours #CHWs must be salaried💵, skilled📚, supervised🏥, & supplied 💉. On the final day of #CHWSymposium2023 join the Coalition in calling for sustained investment in making this the norm! https://t.co/3lBbLxg3wJ

[Dave Chase: Community-owned health plan catalyst @chasedave]

Healthcare isn't expensive. Clinicians only receive $0.27 of every $1 ostensibly spent on healthcare.

This graphic explains what *actually* is expensive.

[Gates Foundation Africa @GatesAfrica]

Together, #WeCanEndTB. 🌍💪🏼

On #WorldTBDay today, we'd like to echo @TshidiMasire's call to prioritize communities and people in Africa's #TB response and accelerate R&D to build continent that's free of tuberculosis.

[Gates Foundation Africa @GatesAfrica]

Today marks #WorldTBDay.

At @GatesAfrica, one of our main strategies to advance progress toward #TB eradication is expanding partnerships - such as with the @GlobalFund, @WHOAFRO, and @UNITAID - to maximize the impact of resources and investments. across the continent. 🌍

[CHU4UHC @Chu4Uhc]

Today is #WorldTBDay.

This year’s theme is a call to inspire hope and encourage high-level leadership, increased investments, faster uptake of new WHO recommendations, adoption of innovations, accelerated action and multisectoral collaboration to combat the TB epidemic.
#EndTB

[Living Goods @Living_Goods]

At the ongoing @chw2023liberia, @MOH_Kenya's Dr. Salim Hussein shared their experience putting in place structures such as curriculum programs and schemes of work to professionalise the community health workforce.

[Lwala Community Alliance @LwalaCommunity]

In partnership with government, Lwala has equipped health facilities in Migori County to manage #obstetrichemorrhage using a low cost innovation- the Non-pneumatic Anti-shock Garment (NASG). Read more here➡️https://t.co/3EyZqNxZAv

[CHU4UHC @Chu4Uhc]

TODAY: Members of the Nyeri County Assembly & Nyeri County Health Department kicked off a two-day advocacy meeting for the county's CHS Bill.
The meeting was to:
1⃣. Sensitize the MCAs on Nyeri County CHS strategy.
2⃣. Review the draft & discuss the key provision of the CHS Bill.

[Lwala Community Alliance @LwalaCommunity]

A conversation about maternal and child health needs a #CommunityHealth perspective. We're so excited to hear Lwala-supported #CHW Millicent Miruka speak at this event with @USAIDGH @UNICEF @FCDOGovUK. Watch her live here: https://t.co/IcQ9vxIt5b #proCHWs @join_chic

[CHU4UHC @Chu4Uhc]

The Division of @CHS_ke in collaboration with the legal team and partners kicked off a 3 day meeting to review the National CHS Bill to reflect new developments in the enumeration and remuneration of CHWs.

[Lwala Community Alliance @LwalaCommunity]

Water, sanitation & hygiene (WASH) are integral to our community-led health model. Read our #newblogpost and learn how our communities are transforming their WASH outcomes & advancing their health and wellbeing ➡️ https://t.co/fSu210oYmU
#WorldWaterDay2023 #UNWaterConference2023

[University of Michigan @UMich]

The Thomas Francis, Jr. Medal in Global Public Health — one of the university’s highest honors — will be awarded to @WHO director general @DrTedros in a livestreamed ceremony on Monday, March 13 at Robertson Auditorium. https://t.co/ysFZ0eMSgu

[LA Public Health @lapublichealth]

As extreme weather impacts communities across LA County, it's important to take care of ourselves & each other. Plan ahead👇

🔋Charge your devices
🔦Locate flashlights
🔋Have extra batteries available
🧣Extra blankets & clothing
🍴Water & snacks

Visit https://t.co/8nwG4k1zUc

[LA Public Health @lapublichealth]

Calling all childcare providers! We're hosting a 3-part training series focusing on COVID-19 pandemic recovery & self-care. You can earn up to $75 for attending all 3 sessions.

First training: 3/25

Register:
English: https://t.co/KXGU3UWZHY
Spanish: https://t.co/sjKFTxYUw8

[LA Public Health @lapublichealth]

Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory - Advisory for all Los Angeles County beaches is extended until Monday, March 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

View: https://t.co/YPcYdR7o8V

[LA Public Health @lapublichealth]

COVID-19 Daily Update:
March 10, 2023
New Cases: 1,073 (3,714,353 to date)
New Deaths: 11 (35,814 to date)
Current Hospitalizations: 604
Today’s Positivity Rate: 4.8%

[LA Public Health @lapublichealth]

Los Angeles County Aligns with State on New COVID-19 Guidelines; Local Orders Will Address Enhanced Protections in High-Risk Settings - 1,073 New Positive Cases and 11 New Deaths Due to COVID-19 in Los Angeles County. View: https://t.co/GWkXBHZdMD