Roots Community Health

Uplifting those impacted by systemic inequities & poverty through medical and behavioral care, navigation, workforce enterprises, housing, outreach & advocacy.

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6/23/26 - In today's briefing, we review Gun Violence: A Public Health Crisis; Ebola Update; New World Screwworm in NM & TX

Watch now: https://t.co/fmuGxhmPgK

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Ebola #GunViolence #Texas #NewMexico #Screwworm

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Join us tomorrow for the 40x40 Peace Committee Kickoff—an afternoon to learn more about the Peace Committees and how you can get involved.

📅 June 27 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍Lodestar

Sign up: https://t.co/8CC3a7Cbo8

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Roots is partnering with MTC to get your feedback on the Draft 2026 Public Participation Plan. Help shape how regional planning decisions are made across the Bay Area!

⏱️ 10 minutes or less
🎁 Enter to win a $50 gift card

Take the survey: https://t.co/Hq67jKwqFP

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Thank you to @NEJM for featuring Dr. Noha Aboelata on the *Intention to Treat* podcast.

This powerful episode explores the story of the pulse oximeter and how race-based assumptions in medicine — can mean life of death.

🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://t.co/ydPJR9g1RR

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Join us as we celebrate fathers, mentors, role models, and male leaders in our community!

📅 Sat., June 27 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM
📍 1811 S. 7th St., Suite D, San Jose

This event is a space for men to connect about fatherhood, mental health, and growth: https://t.co/V2W5S9Mkl7

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Step into better health 👟

Our monthly Diabetes Wellness Walk Group meets the last Saturday of every month from 9:00–10:30 AM!

📍Cuesta Park in Mountain View (BBQ pits)

Move your body, meet new people, & support your health! (Open to both Roots patients and community members).

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Wastewater Scan
https://t.co/iaUhejbRGi

CDC Wastewater maps
https://t.co/BO8goeqD4Z

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6/23/26 - In today's briefing, we review Gun Violence: A Public Health Crisis; Ebola Update; New World Screwworm in NM & TX

Watch now: https://t.co/fmuGxhmPgK

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Ebola #GunViolence #Texas #NewMexico #Screwworm

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Links Included In Briefing

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Promoting Peaceful Families and Communities: Maintaining Progress in Reducing Gun Violence in Alameda County
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If you know a young person in #Oakland (ages 13–26) who could use extra support, send them this! 🙌🏾

Our YPWC offers free walk-in services (from medical care to mental health support), on Wednesdays and Thursdays, in a welcoming, youth-friendly environment.

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Fathers in the #SouthBay, join us for a celebration of fathers, mentors, role models, and male leaders.

📅 June 27 | 12:30–3:30 PM
📍1811 S. 7th St., San Jose

Food, wellness services, community resources & more: https://t.co/kZMFV7C0ac

#RootsEmpowers #FathersDay #BayAreaEvents

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Happy Father's Day! Today, we honor all the fathers and father figures who guide, support, & lead with love.💙

Whether you're staff, a partner, supporter or member—we’re grateful for you every day.

We stand with those for whom this day brings grief. We see you & honor you. 🫶🏾

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Today we honor the strength, resilience, & rich culture of Black communities across the nation. Juneteenth celebrates freedom & honors the struggles endured in pursuit of it.

As we reflect on the past, we also look toward a future where equity & opportunity exist for all.

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Strong communities are built through trust & collective action.

The 40x40 Peace Committee Kickoff brings together leaders & residents working to interrupt violence & create safer neighborhoods!

📅 June 27 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍Lodestar Academy

Sign up: https://t.co/JnYi0AqzMT

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Behind the scenes of our Youth Wellness Garden🌱

Open to Oakland youth ages 13–26, this is a space for youth to learn hands-on gardening skills, grow their own fresh, healthy food and build community outdoors!

📅Every Wednesday from 3–5 PM
📍7823 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA

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Kickback Friday just got even better! 🎉

We’ve extended our hours for the Summer—now here until 9 PM! Bring your friends, hang out, and connect in a safe, youth-friendly space with your community. ✨

Don’t miss it—see you this Friday! 🙌🏾

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Parents-to-be, our Birth Education Classes are back in session!

We have 6 weeks of hands-on sessions for your parenting journey, so you can feel more informed and confident every step of the way. 🌱🤰🏾

RSVP here: https://t.co/ig0deC6GWX

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At Roots, we want to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors is met with dignity, compassion, and care in a place where they are seen, valued, respected, and supported.

This #PrideMonth, we reaffirm our commitment to providing a safe and inclusive space for everyone!

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The People's Health Briefing will not air this Tuesday, June 16th.

We will be back, next Tuesday at 10am.

Please check out our archives for previous episodes: https://t.co/eLOihQ2WW4

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40x40 Neighborhood Empowerment Day countdown starts now! 🌟

Tomorrow is all about community, connection, & resources.

📅 Saturday, June 13 | 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 7929 Ney Ave
🔗: https://t.co/PxOlStEWiv

Bring your family & neighbors for a day of food, fun, & love for #EastOakland!

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“Peace is not passive—it is something we build together.”

Join us for the 40x40 Peace Committee Kickoff with guest speakers, live performances, and ways to get involved.

📅 June 27 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍Lodestar Academy

Sign up: https://t.co/wdT1SskgkP