Cooper University Health Care’s Post

One of the factors that researchers have identified as a predictor of longevity is the quality of relationships we have as we age. It makes sense that widespread feelings of hopelessness and dispair could have significant repercussions for population health. Relationships aren’t isolated to merely personal relationships, but the way we interact with and create community. #publichealth #populationhealth #mentalhealth

As we bid farewell to March and welcome April, I want to bring attention to an important observance: #NationalMinorityHealthMonth. This month serves as a reminder of the critical need to address health disparities and inequities faced by minority communities. In the midst of this awareness month, let's recognize the unique health challenges and barriers that minority populations encounter. From access to quality healthcare services to socio-economic factors influencing health outcomes, there are numerous systemic issues that demand our attention and action. During National Minority Health Month, let's commit to fostering inclusive healthcare environments, advocating for equitable access to resources, and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. Here's to a month of reflection, advocacy, and collective action toward health equity. https://lnkd.in/dzTDWWid #minorityhealth

🌎 For National Men’s Health Month, pause and ponder the unfortunate irony of this: Men rarely seek help when they need it due to societal notions of toughness and self-reliance imposed on them. How can we challenge these attitudes? ✅ Encourage a more balanced perspective on what "being a man" means, one that embraces open communication. ✅ Provide access to resources for treatment and recovery — counseling, support groups, and educational material. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gzGMRqqv #FamiliesAgainstNarcotics #MensHealth #NationalMensHealthMonth #SeekTreatment #MensHealthAwareness

During Men's Health Awareness Month, I want to take a moment to celebrate and appreciate the incredible men in our lives. From fathers and brothers to partners and friends, men play such a vital role in shaping our world. Men are not just strong physically but emotionally as well. They are caregivers, protectors and providers, always ready to lend a helping hand and support us through thick and thin. Their love, compassion and support deserve recognition and gratitude. It's important to acknowledge men, just like women, face their own unique challenges when it comes to health. They too need encouragement to prioritize their well-being and seek preventive healthcare. By advocating for men's health, we create a positive ripple effect. When men take care of themselves, they can better support their families, friends and communities. This month is an opportunity to initiate conversations about men's health, break down the stigma surrounding seeking help and encourage the men in our lives to embrace self-care. Let's remind the men in our lives to prioritize their health, seek regular check-ups and take proactive steps toward a healthier future. #MensHealthAwarenessMonth #SupportingMen #EmpoweringWellbeing

April is National Minority Health Month! "Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections" is this years theme. This involves providing fair and respectful care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3xixZ01 #NMHM24

Have you heard of National Minority Health Month? Recognized in April, National Minority Health Month is dedicated to raising awareness about health disparities that affect minority communities. There's much to address, from access to quality care to cultural barriers. The observance of National Minority Health Month is a time for reflection and a call to action. It asks individuals, health professionals, organizations, and policymakers to work together to address health inequalities and improve the health of minority communities. Doing so contributes to health equity and a healthier, more inclusive society. Click the link below to learn more about how you can help your community. https://hubs.ly/Q02t16cD0

Being inclusive can lead to increased overall well-being by boosting physical health. Share this post to spread awareness about how we can all benefit from embracing diversity and inclusivity. http://ow.ly/9wcw104N7Mk

I was clueless my destiny was to be a patient advocate at the onset of my journey. I was clueless how to write articles, much less books. I was clueless how to give a speech. I was clueless how to build websites. I was clueless how to build a social media following. I was clueless how to connect with women and healthcare practitioners around the world. I was clueless how to build a global nonprofit. I was clueless (and TERRIFIED) to attend medical conferences, much less interact with physicians. But I was so angry that I was diagnosed with a women's health condition that was extremely prevalent and I had never heard of, I had to do something, anything, to address an international shortfall in women's wellness. Back in 2007 when I was diagnosed with pelvic organ prolapse, data indicated pelvic organ prolapse impacted an estimated 3.3 million women in the US. Now studies frequently indicate POP prevalence at 50% of women. GLOBAL. Every bend in the road, and there have been a gazillion of them, women teens through end of life have expressed the same question. "Why wasn't I informed of or screened for pelvic organ prolapse sooner?" Give the women you treasure a gift of health illumination wrapped in love this holiday season. Enlighten your moms, daughters, sisters, and friends in your circle with this book so they are informed ahead of the curve. https://lnkd.in/eswhfRp2 WOMEN'S HEALTH MATTERS. #APOPS #womenshealthempowerment #TheBiggestSecretInWomensHealth

This 2024 theme for Minority Health Month is, “Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections.” The theme is about understanding how the unique environments, cultures, histories, and circumstances (known as social determinants of health, or SDOH) of racial and ethnic minorities impact their overall health.