21 episodes
EquiTEA Riverside County Public Health
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We are the Riverside University Health System, Public Health Equity team. This podcast will disseminate culturally relevant public health information and resources to those who live, work, worship, play, learn, and visit Riverside County. We will advocate for under-served and under-resourced groups, bring awareness to social and racial injustices, and mobilize the community to achieve equity.
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Piecing the Puzzle Together: Autism Acceptance Month
On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg sits down with Dr. Donna Hunter, founder of Allie’s Allys, for an insightful conversation about Autism in recognition of National Autism Awareness Month. Allie’s Allys is an organization dedicated to supporting families in underserved communities who have children with autism. Dr. Hunter sheds light on the disparity gap in the age of diagnosis for Black and Latino children while emphasizing the importance of showing empathy towards those with autism.
Resources:
Dr. Donna Marie Hunter (@drdmhunter) • Instagram photos and videos
Allie's Allys - Autism, Awareness, ASD, Independent Faciltators (alliesallys.org)
Autism Society Creating connections for the Autism community to live fully.
Home - Autism Society Inland Empire (ieautism.org) -
Minisode: Women's History Month - Supporting Women in Leadership
On this episode of EquiTEA, we are celebrating Women's History Month and highlighting women in leadership. The team had the opportunity to meet with leaders of Riverside University Health System - Public Health to discuss the importance of women empowerment, mentorship, and inspiration.
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Behind the Scenes: Uncovering Colorectal Cancer Disparities
On this episode of EquiTEA, we are celebrating Black History Month and highlighting National Cancer Prevention Month. Greg and Lupita had the opportunity to meet with Dr. Steve Serrao Chief of Gastroenterology at Riverside University Health System- Medical Center to discuss how the Black/African-American community is disproportionately impacted by Colorectal Cancer and amplify the importance of early screening.
To schedule an appointment for screening at RUHS, please visit www.ruhealth.org or call (800) 720- 9553 -
Minisode: Riverside County Health Coalition
On this special mini-sode of EquiTEA, Greg had the opportunity to attend the Riverside County Health Coalition and connect with local community organizations and leaders on the importance of collaboration and representing the community.
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Minisode: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
On this special mini-sode of EquiTEA, the Riverside County Health Equity team reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and why it is important to recognize and celebrate this federal holiday.
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Inquires can be directed to RivCoHealthEquity@ruhealth.org -
You Matter
On this episode of EquiTEA, Dorothy had the opportunity to speak with Myeshia Bobo, Monique and Sean Cortes of Riverside County’s Behavioral Health and Teen Suicide Awareness Prevention Programs. Please listen as these mental health experts discuss the importance of recognizing the signs of crisis and share valuable resources.
Resources
To learn more about the Riverside County Suicide Prevention Coalition please visit: https://www.rivcospc.org
To learn more about the Know the Signs campaign please visit: https://www.suicideispreventable.org
If you or someone you know is experiencing crisis, please call any of the following 24/7 free and confidential helplines:
National Suicide Helpline- 988
Inland SoCal Crisis Helpline- 951-686-HELP
United Way- 211