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In recognition of #BlackMaternalHealthWeek the @kingscountyhosp Women’s Health Department hosted an event called, “Black Maternal Health Week: Our Bodies Still Belong to Us: Reproductive Justice Now!”. It was a moment of self-care and a chance to practice supportive reflection.👶
#Kidneys 💚 Episode 51 of the NYC Health+Hospitals/Kings County Nephrology Podcast discusses optimal hemodialysis 💪 with Dr. Sandeep Sasidharan, RN Elsa Crick, RN Phoebe Carsula, and RDN Theresa Brereton! Click here to watch: on.nyc.gov/3TNd0tV #WeAreKings
National Healthcare Decisions Day, recognized on April 16, has been celebrated as a day to inspire, educate and empower the public and healthcare providers about the importance of advance care planning. 💪 #WeAreKings
#DidYouKnow In the U.S., Black women are 3xs more likely to die from a pregnancy- related cause than White women. CDC notes that more than 80% of pregnancy related deaths are preventable. @kingscountyhosp vouches to always ensure Black mothers voices are always heard. 👶
During #DonateLifeMonth , we recognize the profound impact of organ, eye, and tissue donation. This month is a time to honor organ donors, celebrate transplant recipients, and raise awareness about the importance of organ donation. Let’s make a difference together. #WeAreKings
#BlackMaternalHealthWeek Black mothers have always been the guide and bridge for families, communities and movements. The time is now for our community to stand alongside @kingscountyhosp to support the well being of our Black women. #WeAreKings 👶
#STIAwarenessMonth If you are having sex with new or multiple partners, no matter what your age, take precautions to protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections. Get screened, use condoms and talk to your doctor about risk factors and symptoms to look out for.
In the world of social media & a time of social distancing sometimes life can get a little lonely. Tune in to episode 5 of #KingsTalk where Ms. Delmadge Director of Social Work, discusses how to navigate this unfortunately too common feeling of loneliness. youtube.com/watch?v=jDb4Eo…
Above all, #BlackMaternalHealthWeek is dedicated to educating and advocating for Black mothers. It uplifts Black women and communities to focus on the root causes of poor maternal health outcomes, while engaging Black voices to lead the conversation. #WeAreKings
#DidYouKnow that the NYC Health+Hospitals/Kings County Commodity Supplemental Food Program has been serving the community for over 30 years now? In celebration of the program and all its great work will be releasing a short documentary. So stay tuned! m.youtube.com/watch?v=izuKaW… 🎥
#BlackMaternalHealthWeek , April 11 – 17, is an opportunity to raise awareness and take action to improve the health of Black mothers. It’s a week of activism and community-building aimed at amplifying the voices of Black mothers. #WeAreKings 👶
Hitting the #GlassCeiling is a metaphor women know too well but not for Dr. Hope Taitt & Dr. Brittany Choe. In episode 6 of #KingsTalk they share their inspiring stories about their path to ED leadership & tips you can use to climb the corporate ladder. youtube.com/watch?v=RHZabW…