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We call out racism in all its insidious manifestations, including the recent events in the metro Atlanta area and throughout Asian American communities across the country. #StopAsianHate 1/4

Supporting trans people in all facets of their lives is a national public health imperative, writes @Transrigo of @transequality and @RWJF’s @DrJulieMorita. Listen to #trans people’s stories, learn from their experiences, and lift up their voices. usnews.com/opinion/articl…

Together we can build a world where health is not a privilege, but a right. This is the belief that guides @RWJF as we make changes to our work to center dismantling the root cause of inequity in America: Structural racism. 1/🧵rwjf.ws/3SDF2IO

A world that relies less on fossil fuels—and holds the industry accountable for its health harms—will be a safer, cleaner, more equitable place for all. Read @LisaPatelMD's op-ed for a new column in partnership with @DocsForClimate and @MedpageToday: medpagetoday.com/opinion/climat…

👀 We spy 80 national groups in full support of @US_FDA rules to end the sale of menthol cigarettes and all flavored cigars in this morning’s @washingtonpost. Learn more: newsroom.heart.org/news/leading-n…

Last week, @US_FDA sent rules that would prohibit the sale of menthol cigarettes and all flavored cigars to the @WhiteHouse for final review. Today in @Essence, Dr. Michelle Albert discusses this 'critical step' and how it would improve #publichealth. essence.com/lifestyle/ment…

An epidemic of missing Black women has been ignored for too long tinyurl.com/ye23wxtj

Today we are launching Conscience, a new Canadian non-profit focused on drug discovery using AI tools and open science approaches. We have a new CEO (@ryanmerkley), and an announcement of new funding from the Government of Canada.

With #PLACES, you can explore local data and compare health across communities in the US. The latest release includes 36 measures of health, including new disability measures. Learn where to focus public health efforts in your community: bit.ly/3IKTkk2

Did you know the FDA regulates nearly 80% of our food supply here in the U.S.? @American_Heart's CEO Nancy Brown on why the agency is key to advancing nutrition security and health: thehill.com/opinion/health…

The expanded Child Tax Credit was hugely successful in alleviating poverty and helping families afford housing, food, healthcare and more. Let’s bring it back.

Today’s #SCOTUS decision erects new barriers to building a society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We must continue to advocate for the dignity of all people regardless of their race, ethnicity, or class. Our statement on #HigherEd. rwjf.ws/3XbD6Ie

Every person seeking reproductive healthcare deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. Yet one year ago SCOTUS overturned #RoevWade—a massive setback for reproductive justice that has deepened our country’s maternal health crisis. So how do we move forward from here? Thread:

Africa is dealing with some of the most severe climate impacts but its young innovators are ready to tackle the challenge. A great perspective by @ifedi_adesuwa & @SaraMbago on why Africa's youth entrepreneurs are the agents of change the continent needs.

In communities around the world there are organizers, leaders and experts with lived experiences who are working to remove the barriers to health that are rooted in racism and structural discrimination. Learn more about @RSDGHcommission's work here: oneill.law.georgetown.edu/projects/the-o…

“Without recognizing the impacts of racism, many important issues in global health, and health globally, are incomprehensible.” - @udnore & @drtlaleng Read more about why understanding & addressing racism is critical to achieving equity in global health: thelancet.com/journals/lance…

Exercise is 100% linked to #MentalHealth. Former college athlete @katieellett discusses how exercise has positively impacted her life in many ways – particularly mentally. This #MentalHealthMonth, consider how being active can help your mind! 🏃Read more: burness.com/blog/perspecti…

#Afterschool promotes healthy futures for youth and helps them reach their full potential. This week, we want to thank the #HeartofAfterschool—the estimated 850K professionals providing enriching experiences and caring environments where students have the freedom to explore.

The RTS,S #MalariaVaccine is the result of 30 years of research and development. In Kenya, caregivers, community members and health professionals have seen firsthand the impacts of the first malaria vaccine on child health and survival. Learn more here: youtube.com/watch?v=xXReoU…

Thank you for volunteering with #WeedWarriors to protect our parks! #EarthMonth

@MontgomeryParks We loved it! Thanks for having us!