Below is an interactive list of various resources throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area, all of which offer accessible and culturally informed health services.
We have also created printable versions of the Clinical and Non-clinical care resource list. That can be accessed by clicking the two buttons to the right.
Health education workshops
day Two
day Two
January 17, 2021
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Please note that all listed times are in Pacific Standard Time (PST).
WORKSHOP BLOCK 4
Time: 10:20 - 11:10 AM
Striving for Health Equity: A Panel on Minority Women’s Health-- Drs. Brittney Johnson, MD and Katrina Heyrana, MD, PhD
Description:
In this panel, OB/GYNs Dr. Brittney Johnson, MD and Dr. Katrina Heyrana, MD, PhD will focus on amplifying the voices of minority women and empowering minority women to take control of their own health. Questions will include topics such as maternal and infant mortality rates, reproductive justice, and preventing pregnancy complications.
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Advancing Health Equity for Queer Youth and Young Adults: From Anecdote to Action -- Robert Bucayu, MPH, MS4
Description:
In this workshop, we will highlight health disparities specific to youth and young adults from the LGBTQ+ community (with an emphasis on young gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (YMSM) and transgender youth assigned male at birth (AMAB)) utilizing both personal narrative as well as public health data. Looking at multiple levels of influence on behavior from the intrapersonal, interpersonal, and community level, we will collectively identify actionable items to support this heavily marginalized yet resilient community.
WELLNESS BREAK
Time: 11:20 - 11:50 AM
Wellness Break + Chair Yoga w/ Salamat Yoga -- Marco Antonio, Salamat Yoga
Description:
This light-hearted healthy intermission revitalizes virtual students by improving their mobility, posture, and energy while doing gentle seated stretches in a chair. This virtual wellness experience is catered for all levels of practitioners, from beginner to advanced.
WORKSHOP BLOCK 5
Time: 12:00 - 12:50 PM
Chronic Care Management of Health Conditions Affecting Seniors in Underserved Communities of Color -- Dr. Brownell Payne, MD
Description:
Chronic conditions common to older adults in communities where health disparities exist and how these conditions can be managed effectively.
WORKSHOP BLOCK 6
Time: 1:00 - 1:30 PM
Longevity Life Zone -- Tye Amy, Gerontology Social Worker
Description:
5-10 mins of daily activities can positively impact your mental, physical, and spiritual mindset. In this workshop we will explore ways to get you motivated to move with low impact exercises, the power of meditation, and how to map out time for a daily mental health check in.
WORKSHOP BLOCK 7
Time: 1:40 - 2:10 PM
A Simple and Delicious Vegan Meal in Minutes -- Chef Korby Benoit,Vegan Chef
Description:
Chef Korby will guide participants through a quick and easy sauté that can be served with another simple side. If you’d like to go vegan in 2021, Chef Korby can show you ways to get it done!
