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Juan Antonio Cuéllar has been responsible for digitizing the most extensive collection of Mexican and Mexican American recordings in the world known as The Strachwitz Frontera Collection. Since February 2002, Cuéllar has personally digitized, listened to, and archived over 130k songs, which are currently available through the UCLA Digital Library. Born in Los Caños, Aguascalientes, he immigrated with his family to Northern California to start a new life. He was raised in Santa Cruz and eventually moved to San Francisco to attend the California Culinary Academy where he worked the hotel circuit in and around San Francisco until he took another creative outlet, and that was playing trombone for San Francisco-based bilingual Punk band, La Plebe. Cuellar is in the finishing stages of digitizing the collection and will start on the next phase which is to disseminate the knowledge he has acquired over the last 20 years of digitizing and is transitioning into a new position as the Frontera Collection Curator at the Arhoolie Foundation. This past September marked the first of what will be many exhibitions curated by Cuellar called "Rumo A California." The exhibit looks at California record labels and how they documented and promoted Mexican music in the state over the last 100 years. Frontera YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@fronteracollection4016 Frontera Collection at UCLA: https://frontera.library.ucla.edu/ Rumbo a California Online Exhibition: https://rumboacalifornia.org/ Lydia Mendoza song: Canta, Pajarito Canta https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqVj0uhcIJI&ab_channel=FronteraCollection Lydia Mendoza Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJv1UYhNlyyA0KEjbJNHztPZLCirum1vZ

Rafael E. Salazar II, MHS, OTR/L (Rafi) is a licensed Occupational Therapist based in Georgia. Rafi has worked in a variety of settings, from orthopedic and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, to academia, and even healthcare consulting. He spent the majority of his clinical experience working at Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center, where he was the lead clinician and clinical education coordinator for the outpatient specialty rehab program. In this role, he treated many veterans with chronic pain and helped to establish an interdisciplinary pain management program. He has worked on projects ranging from patient engagement initiatives to marketing communication campaigns to a multi million dollar project assisting the State of Georgia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities transition individuals out of state institutions to community residences. He has worked as an independent healthcare consultant since 2017, as the Principal Owner of Rehab U Practice Solutions, helping healthcare organizations and private PT/OT clinics develop effective patient engagement and retention strategies. Rafi also hosts The Better Outcomes Show, a podcast that explores the possibilities of a new healthcare and is the author of Better Outcomes: A Guide to Humanizing Healthcare. He has a passion for helping people overcome their limitations & pain to return to doing the things they love. He’s on a mission to make healthcare human again. He is also the CEO of ProActive Rehabilitation & Wellness, a multidisciplinary outpatient physical rehabilitation clinic serving patients experiencing musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.

Co-founder/Executive Director Odilia Romero and her organization Comunidades Indigenas en Liderazgo (CIELO) are committed to serving the multilingual indigenous communities in Los Angeles. There are over 17 indigenous languages representing thousands of indigenous families in Los Angeles today; these families are not able to access social services and information in their own languages. CIELO is supporting and responding to these needs by working with indigenous grassroot organizations and indigenous family networks to provide interpreter trainings, language classes, and other direct support. CIELO responded during the COVID-19 crisis by recognizing that many indigenous families were not receiving the necessary education and support; the organization provided over 2.3 million dollars of funding and vaccinated over 15,000 indigenous community members. Ensuring visibility and protecting human rights is a critical role that CIELO provides indigenous communities; CIELO'S advocacy is vital given that displacement due to climate change and political discrimination will continue for these vulnerable populations. HealthCare Untold celebrates the important work of Odilia Romero and CIELO. You can support CIELO's Human Rights work by donating directly to CIELO at http://mycielo.org .#OdiliaRomero#CIELO#stoplanguage violence

Today's returning guest is Dr. Sandra R. Hernandez, CEO of the California Health Foundation. Dr. Hernandez provides an update on the current Triple Health Threat of Covid-19, Flu and RSV. Dr. Hernandez recommends that we use our good judgement to help prevent the spread of these three respiratory infections and provides a breakdown on how to help manage this triple threat for you and your family. HealthCare Untold appreciates Dr. Hernandez for continuing to share her medical expertise and public health experience to help our listening audience navigate our evolving global health challenges. Covid-19: Vaccines, Medication (Paxlovid), Masks.Flu: Flu vaccine, Masks.RSV: There are no vaccines for RSV, use Masks to help stop the spread RSV and check in with your Physician if you become very sick.Manage fevers and body pain with over-the-counter medicines, ensure fresh air in your home, wear masks in crowded areas. On behalf of HealthCare UnTold we hope you all have a Safe and Healthy Indigenous Peoples Holiday!

Our guests today are Health Entrepreneurs Stephanie Moyal and Jake Mellman who created brand name "troop" gummies from Organic Mushrooms. This energetic duo worked tirelessly to create a tasty gummy that would preserve the incredible healing benefits of Mushrooms. Their Mushroom Gummies include Reish (Relaxation), Maitake (Healthy blood sugar), Cordyceps (Endurance), Lion's Mane (Brain Protection), Chaga (Health Protection), and Turkey Tail (Immune Support). HealthCare UnTold applauds Stephanie and Jake for their creativity in providing healthy organic products for our communities.Our listening audience is being provided a discount on their troop Gummies! Use the Promo Code: UNTOLD20 for a 20% discount.

Today's guest is Jesse Leon, author of "I'm Not Broken," his one of kind memoir which yet represents so many lived experiences in our community. As a Gay Latino author, he shatters the taboos about our silent traumas, sexual abuse, addiction, and mental health. He tells his secrets out loud for all to hear and then to heal those who read and listen to his story.It's important for all of us to support debut Latino artists and authors like Jesse Leon. Listen to his own voice on his audible book; he has a powerful voice and story that you will not forget. HealthCare UnTold encourages our listeners to support Jesse Leon, buy his book in English which is available now, and his book in Spanish which will come out soon. Gracias, Jesse, for sharing your brave and beautiful story.#I'm Not Broken#Jesse Leon#Recovery#Empowerment#Gay Latino Health#Redemption#healthcareuntold

The Esparza family, led by Ofelia Esparza, has continued to bring Dia De Los Muertos Altars and activities to the community during the Covid19 restrictions by going virtual in association with Self Help Graphic in Los Angeles, California.Ofelia Esparza shares her rich history of Altar making and her mother's influence on her artistic development.Honoring our Ancestors is so important to our wellbeing and health, remembering how their lives contributed to our family histories.The Esparza Family also provides health and wellness activities through their Tonalli Studio to the greater communities and women who are incarcerated.

Our guest today is Carol J. Ornelas the CEO of Visionary Home Builders, a non-profit developer in Stockton, California.Ms. Ornelas shares her organization's emergence from a small group of farm workers in 1983--whose sole purpose was to improve the living environment for farm workers in public housing--to its current status as a prominent leader in the development and renovation of housing in the Central Valley region. Visionary Home Builders has developed and renovated more than 1,500 homes housing over 5,000 family members. The organization has built and supported Head Start Schools, a Charter School, a Health Clinic, Social Services, Parent Education Programs, and Resident Councils.Carol Ornelas' lifetime commitment to providing healthy housing for the larger community of Stockton, California is a testament to the power of one committed individual working with others to make the world a better place. HealthCare UnTold honors and celebrates Carol J. Ornelas, CEO of Visionary Home Builders, as a pioneering leader and community champion.#visionaryhomebuilders#housingishealth#carolornelas#healthcareuntold

We are remembering the Loma Prieta Earthquake which took place on October 17, 1989 in Watsonville, California, by recasting our original podcast. You will hear about the fundamentals of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery particularly for vulnerable communities. Our podcast features Interviews with medical providers and Watsonville community leaders who responded immediately after the earthquake; these local heroes provide their first-hand oral histories of the creative steps they took to quickly outreach to and serve farmworkers.Understanding the long-term impact of disasters/pandemics reminds us of the transformation that can happen when people work together to prepare for and respond to the needs of vulnerable groups. HealthCare UnTold dedicates this podcast to those who work tirelessly everyday to improve conditions in and empower their communities.

Today’s guest is Jen Nation, Executive Director of Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center in National City, California. Olivewood is an organization committed to improving health and environmental stewardship by providing children, adults, and families with the tools to make informed and healthy decisions in their kitchens and communities in support of the environment.As a result of participating in Olivewood Gardens programs:• 91% of parents reported that their families are eating more fruits and vegetables.• 83% of third grade students report that they are adventurous eaters and like to try new foods.• 83% of teachers report that their students demonstrated environmentally conscious behavior after our Olivewood Gardens field trip.• 100% of Cooking for Salud® graduates report they are confident sharing about healthy eating with others in their community.• 100% of high school internship participants report increased job readiness. HealthCare UnTold recognizes Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center for providing innovative models designed to enhance the sustainability and health of communities in National City, California.

Jodi L. Schwartz is a dedicated social justice community advocate who has lived in the Bay Area with her wife for over 30 years. Throughout her career, Ms. Schwartz has worked with youth and their families in their struggle to disengage from the juvenile justice system, has teamed with youth in need of support in and out of school, and has supported youth in serving their peers and the broader community through civic activism and youth philanthropy. Most recently, Ms. Schwartz was the Executive Director of LYRIC for over 15 years, building community and inspiring positive social change through education enhancement, career trainings, health promotion, and leadership development with LGBTQQ youth, their families, and allies of all races, classes, genders, and abilities. During her leadership, LYRIC created the Bay Area’s first youth advocacy program providing youth 1-on-1 support to reduce barriers to their life success. HealthCare Untold is honored to promote the work of Jodi Schwartz and her tireless championing of social justice for our youth.

Our guest today is Dr. Daniel M. Fernandez, a Professor and Researcher from California State University Monterey Bay. Dr. Fernandez's recent research involves collecting and studying water from fog; he has deployed and maintains, with help from student assistants, a network of nearly 50 standard fog collecting devices from central to northern California. This network first began in 2005 and has been growing and developing since that date. It is currently the largest network of research fog collectors in the world of which we are aware.Dr. Daniel M. Fernandez received all of his degrees in Electrical Engineering, with his BSEE from Purdue University in 1987, his MSEE from Stanford in 1988 and his Ph. D. from Stanford in 1993. He has been a professor at CSUMB for 26 years.On behalf of HealthCare UnTold we thank Dr. Daniel M. Fernandez for his work on collecting and studying Fog water and its future potential uses for residential homes, agriculture, and water districts. #savewater#lovefog#drdanielmfernandez#calstatemontereybay#fogcollectors

Arturo came out of the closet as a student at UCLA, and quickly became a Gay leader working for the largest Gay/Lesbian Organization in Los Angeles. His activism within the Gay/Lesbian movement included persuading white activists to recognize people of color. This was a great challenge and he was not easily accepted by the primarily white leadership. Then came the AIDS Epidemic which changed his life. His partner was diagnosed early in the epidemic and he had no other choice but to join the many who fought and organized for men of color to be cared for and accepted by both the Gay/Lesbian and Latino communities. Arturo represents a generation of activists in our community who committed their lives to saving the lives of others. We at HealthCare UnTold recognize him as one of our many heroes as we honor his story of leadership, advocacy, and courage.

On today's episode, Gerardo and Barbara review an article from Healthline.com on the 13 Ways That Sugary Soda is Bad for Your Health.Sugary Drinks are the number one cause of obesity in the US diet and contribute to Multiple Health Risks including an early death. Water is the most important liquid for our bodies and reducing intake of sugary drinks can help reduce heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.The 13 ways that Sugary soda are bad for your health include;1. Soda doesn't make you full, so you drink more.2. Large Amounts of sugar turns into fat in your liver.3. Sugar increase your Belly Fat.4. Sugar may cause insulin resistance.5, Sugary beverages may be the leading cause of Type 2 Diabetes.6. Sugary soda has no essential nutrients.7. Sugar may cause Leptin resistance which is a leading driver to fat gain.8. Sugary soda may be addictive.9. Sugary soda may increase heart disease.10. Soda Drinkers have a higher risk of cancer.11. Sugar and Acids in Soda cause dental problems.12. Soda drinkers have an increased risk of gout.13. Sugar consumption is linked to an increased risk of Dementia.#drinkwaterforbetterhealth#reducesugarydrinks#sugarydrinkscanmakeyousick#water#healthcareuntold#gentecare

Today's episode is with the Hosts of RAMA BLUEPRINTS Podcast, Socorro Gamboa and Darren de Leon. The RAMA BLUEPRINTS Podcast is dedicated to telling the story of the Mission District in San Francisco and the youth development leadership movement that was created by the nonprofit Real Alternatives Program (RAP).RAMA BLUEPRINTS podcast is interviewing BIPOC youth leaders that emerged from this movement, many who have continued their community justice work and have become the adult leaders in the Mission District of San Francisco. Listen in to the beautiful stories of self-determination for community of colors told by RAMA BLUEPRINTS hosts and the incredible leaders that continue to improve the lives of San Franciscans with love and empowerment.HealthCare UnTold and RAMA BLUEPRINTS podcasts hope to continue their collaboration to support Latina/o/x podcasts. #RAP#communityemporwerment#selfdetermination#missiondistrict#ramablueprintpodcast#healthcareuntold#gentecare

Today's guest is David Totaro, Chief Government Affairs Officer for BAYADA, a nonprofit home health care provider with 360 offices in 23 states and several international locations. BAYADA is leading the charge to advocate against recent notifications that The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service (CMS) has proposed an alarming $1.33 billion dollar budget cut for home healthcare services in 2023. Medicare is also forecasting additional cuts of more than $2 billion in 2024 and beyond. In addition to impacting aging Baby Boomers, these cuts will greatly affect our nation’s disabled population, including medically fragile children, NICU babies, and others. In July, Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Susan Collins (R-ME), together with Representatives Terri Sewell (D-AL 7th District) and Vern Buchanan (R-FL 16th District), introduced the Preserving Access to Home Health Act of 2022 (S. 4605/H.R. 8581) to prevent the proposed cuts to home health from taking effect prior to 2026. BAYADA'S goal is to increase awareness of this issue so that the most vulnerable Americans can continue to access this life-saving care. Check out this website for more information about how to help stop these cuts to Home Health Care: heartsforhomecare.com #BAYADA#healthathome#heartsforhomecare.com#homehealth#healthcareuntold

Listen in and Donate to keep Watsonville Community Hospital open for the community of the Pajaro Valley in California. The only local hospital in Pajaro Valley provides essential services; without a viable hospital, this community would face multiple health risks.Listen in and learn how the Watsonville/Pajaro Valley Community came together with local elected officials, government entities, businesses, nonprofits, appointed experts, and individual donors to purchase and manage their local hospital. You can also be part of this historical movement to ensure hospital services access by donating to: Pajaro Valley Health District Project. PVHDP.ORGHealthCare UnTold is proud to support the efforts of the members of this community who came together to maintain their health safety net.#https//www.pvhdp.org#healthcareisaright#watsonvillecommunityhospital#gentecare#healthcareuntold

Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert.A dedicated patient advocate, Dr. Virgie practiced more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive.Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series.She is the author of "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT" and the host of the weekly "Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie" show on the VoiceAmerica radio network (Thursdays 2 pm PST/5 pm EST).#crushmedicaldebt.com#negotiateyourmedicaldebt#Drvirgie#learnaboutmedicaldebt#healthcareuntold#gentecare

Karen Elizabeth Nunez is one of the many medical practitioners who are committed to serving our nation's most vulnerable communities. She pursued training in several medical specialties and shares her crash course in urgent and emergency care as a nurse practitioner in the Los Angeles County Jail, various Shelters in San Francisco, and Drug Treatment Programs in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She showed her commitment to these communities with her love and compassion as well as her medical expertise. Karen reminds us that we must always care for those most in need and at HealthCare Untold we are honored to share her heroic story.

National Health Center Week - Safety Net Clinic Coalition of Santa Cruz CountyToday on HealthCare UnTold, our co-host, Jasmine Najera facilitated a roundtable discussion with members of the Safety Net Clinic Coalition (SNCC), which brings together leaders to improve health outcomes for Santa Cruz County residents who receive care through publicly funded programs. Each year, SNCC leaders join thousands of communities across the nation to recognize and celebrate the innovative work of health centers during National Health Center Week, with the goal of raising awareness about the mission and accomplishments of healthcare clinics. This year, NHCW is August 7- August 13 and the theme is “Community Health Centers: The Chemistry for Strong Communities,” which reminds us of the key elements that help shape a healthy and equitable environment that includes our most vulnerable communities.We are incredibly grateful for our guests today and their leadership in our community!Interviewee Contact Information:Amber [email protected]://janussc.org/ Dr. Rose [email protected]://www.schealthcenters.org/ Dori Rose Inda [email protected]://splg.org/ Monica [email protected]://www.encompasscs.org/ Dr. Sepi [email protected]://dientes.org/ Emily [email protected]://santacruzhealth.org/HSAHome/HSADivisions/PublicHealth.aspx #healthcareuntoldpodcast#gentecare#healthequity#nationalhealthcenterweek#safetynetcliniccoalition#healthimprovementpartnershipofsantacruzcounty

Today's podcast is with Dulce Juarez who is the Co-Director of Chispa Arizona. Chispa Arizona envisions an inclusive and reflective democracy that prioritizes communities' rights to clean air and water, healthy neighborhoods, and a safe climate for generations to come.While Latinos are among the worst impacted by climate change, we are also some of the most committed to supporting strong government action to curb pollution and protect our environment.To create the momentum and movement necessary to confront the climate crisis and to lead on conservation, our communities must be at the table. We must also be acknowledged as the environmental leaders we are. To donate or become a member of Chispa Arizona, go to Chispa.org #chispaarizona#organizetoprotectmotherearth#gentecare#[email protected]#registertovote#getinvolvedwithyourenvironment

Even though we are all tired of the Covid 19 pandemic, the pandemic is not through with us. In fact, the new variant BA.5 is so contagious that it is evading our immunity. The good news is that Vaccines and Boosters are helping to reduce the severity of Covid infections and that wearing N95 masks can still protect us from catching and spreading this virus.There are serious potential health consequences of getting infected with Covid:*It can affect multiple organs and systems*It resolves in some but remains persistent in others*It can be very debilitating*Its pathology is still not totally understood*You can get infected with Covid multiple times* People are dying from Covid#stopthespread#getvaccinated#wearamask#protectothers#gentecare#[email protected]#californiahealthfoundation

Co-Host's Gerardo and Barbara discuss the benefits of eating a Healthy Latino Diet. So many of our cultural foods in the Latino Diet are really good for you, here is the advice from the National Lipid Association:Eat Lots of VegetablesEat Plant-Based or Lean ProteinChoose Healthy FatsChoose Fiber-Rich Whole Grains and TubersChoose a Variety of FruitsEat Low-Fat Dairy FoodsUse Spices for Flavor Instead of Salt

Our guest today is Mark Magana, the Founding President and CEO of GreenLatinos. GreenLatinos is an active comunidad of Latino/a/x leaders, emboldened by the power and wisdom of our culture, united to demand equity and dismantle racism, resourced to win our environmental, conservation, and climate justice battles, and driven to secure our political, economic, cultural, and environmental liberation.Get involved check out GreenLatinos.org #environmentalliberation#environmentaljustice#justicia#greenlatinos.org#conservation#latino/xpower

Our guest today is Olga Talamante Olga’s family migrated from Mexico to Gilroy, California in the early 1960’s where they worked in the farm fields for several years. She is widely respected for her long-standing community activism and leadership. During the mid-seventies, she became well known for her experience as a political prisoner in Argentina. As a result of a successful grass-roots campaign, she was released after spending 16 months in an Argentine prison. After returning to the United States, she has remained active in the Chicana/o, Latin American solidarity, LGBTQ and progressive political movements. She serves on several boards and currently co-chairs the Caravan for the Children, which advocates for the release, reunification and healing of the children separated at the southern border.Websites To Learn More About the Caravan for Children:CARECEN SFChicana/Latina FoundationGaleria de la RazaInstituto Familiar de la RazaLatinx Racial Equity Project

Regular exercise can help you stay healthier and happier. HealthCare UnTold co-hosts Gerado and Barbara discuss the Mayo Clinic's report on the benefits of regular physical activity and exercise:Exercise Controls WeightExercise Combats Health Conditions and DiseasesExercise Improves MoodExercise Boosts EnergyExercise Promotes Better SleepExercise Puts the Spark Back into Your Sex LifeExercise Can be Fun and Social!#stayactive#walkingishealthy#gentecare#weightlfiting#strongwomen#exercisetostayhealthy

Recast Episode #69 - In Memoriam: Laura Segura, Executive Director of Monarch Services, Social Justice Warrior, Chicana Leader, Advocate, Community Hero, Athlete y La Mera Mera Chingona.With a heavy heart, we are recasting our August 2021 interview with Laura Segura who passed away last week after battling cancer. Our hearts and prayers are with her daughters, family, Monarch Services & the Watsonville community.May we uplift Laura’s memory and legacy as we remember life is precious and can be cut short too early. Be free our chingona hermana, thank you for your friendship, mentorship, and leadership.If you would like to donate to the Laura Segura Scholarship Fund to support local justice-involved young people, please donate today:https://www.cfscc.org/funds/laura-segura-scholarshipFor more information about Monarch Services: https://www.monarchscc.org/#QueVivaLauraSegura#LauraSeguraPresente!#MonarchServicesSantaCruzCounty#ChicanaLeadership#ChingonaLeadership#healthcareuntold#gentecare#healthcareuntoldpodcast***********************************************************************************In Honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are re-broadcasting Laura Segura's interview from August 12, 2021. Laura Segura serves as Co-Executive Director of Monarch Services (formerly Defensa de Mujeres) in Santa Cruz County, domestic violence, rape crisis, and human trafficking center. She has deep roots in the Pajaro Valley and has dedicated her career to issues of social justice and equity. She is a two-time Fellow with the Women’s Policy Institute and has helped pass legislation to protect survivors of violence. Laura was born in La Angostura, Michoacán, Mexico, and as a child moved to Watsonville with her parents and 5 siblings. She attended Cabrillo College and then graduated from San José State as a first-generation student. She later attended Harvard’s Executive Education program. During her career, she has worked for local government and the non-profit sector and has served on numerous boards and commissions. Laura is a recent breast cancer survivor, has two daughters, and lives in south Santa Cruz County near her big Mexican family. During the pandemic, Laura honed in on her amateur culinary skills and regularly trains as a cyclist on her road bike.#healthcareuntold#monarchsccounty#monarchservicesscc#violenceprevention#supportsurvivors#enddomesticviolence#endfemicide#endsexualassault#endhumantrafficking#supportsurvivors#latinasinleadership#Every1KnowsSome1

Elba Rosario Sanchez was a pioneering leader in the innovative field of Spanish for Spanish Speakers (SPSS) at the university level. The SPSS Program at UC Santa Cruz helped ensure the academic success and retention of hundreds of Chicano and Latino students grounded in a pedagogy of social justice and support and mentoring throughout their university experience. Elba shares her own migration story coming to San Francisco, California in her childhood and shares her struggles to maintain her own native Spanish while learning a new language and culture.

We continue to share information about the Ulvade Community and as importantly what each of us can do to support it. Right now, the familias in Ulvade are leaning on each other, and we need to help them directly by supporting their local organizations. At the State and Federal Level, call your representative as well as Texas representatives and let them know you demand they change the gun laws in order to protect our children. Banning assault rifles and lifting the age requirements are two common sense restrictions we can demand. A constitutional right to own guns does not mean we have the right to murder innocent children. Eighteen year olds should NOT have the right to buy assault rifles, period. The Children and Familias of Ulvade needs us right now--take action!!HOW TO HELP ULVADE FAMILIESRobb Elementary Memorial FundFirst State Bank (FSB) of Uvalde has created a fund for the families of Robb Elementary. To donate, you may send Zelle funds using this email address, share a donation in person at any FSB branch, or send via mail to: Robb School Memorial Fund 200 E Nopal St. Uvalde, TX 78801United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County’s United with Uvalde Fund Donations will provide mental health services for students, teachers, and families in Uvalde. Funds will be made available to nonprofit organizations with expertise in providing direct trauma services for communities impacted by tragedy. Learn more here. The Uvalde Strong Fund, hosted by the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country The Uvalde Strong Fund supports victims, families, and others affected by the tragedy. Under the direction and oversight of an Advisory Committee, grants will support: Aid for families affected by this tragedyAid for nonprofits providing essential response servicesAid for medical institutions caring for victims ​Aid for organizations conducting long-term efforts for the Uvalde community

WE are all responsible: how do WE have the constitutional right to own a gun and not allow the murders of innocent children? How do WE allow politicians who represent us to get away from legislating safety measures so that WE do not allow the murders of innocent children? How do WE allow our children who are exhibiting self-destructive behavior to keep on destroying themselves without helping them?. How do WE allow guns to be in the hands of children...assault rifles at that. WE are all responsible and WE need to take action--this is the only way to save our communities and save our children. Do not vote for those who are not protecting us from gun violence by legislating gun safety measures that WE know work. Demand gun safety measures! WE have the power to change this epidemic of preventable violence. For those families that have lost their loved ones, their children, WE owe them, WE owe them.

Nelida Robles is a 2022 BS/BA Graduate from the University of Santa Cruz with a major in Microbiology and Spanish. Most recently Nelida has been accepted as a new Scholar in the Postbaccalaureate Research Program at the University of Pennsylvania. In this episode Nelida shares her background as a Latina being raised in East Los Angeles and her biology research work at the University of Santa Cruz. Nelida shares her plan and dreams to continue her research University of Pennsylvania and her dedication to finding new medications and working for a Biotech company. Nelida is a wonderful example of a hard-working student beating any challenges that come her way. HealthCare UnTold Congratulates Nelida Robles for her educational successes and her future as a health professional. Si Se Puede Nelida!!!#ucsc.edu#[email protected]#gentecare#PREP University of Pennslvanua.edu#nelidarobles

Sheila Talton is an innovative global leader and Big Data strategist with more than 30 years of experience in helping organizations increase value, build successful businesses within larger companies and expand into emerging markets. She develops bold initiatives, whether through public/private partnerships, melding company strategies with governmental objectives, obtaining buy-in for consulting services within technology product companies, or breaking down silos to build services around products to create solutions that increase customer value.#ShieltaTalton#Bigdatamanagment#Telehealth#Healthcareuntold#Technology#Artificialintelligence]

As the Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Santa Cruz County, Keisha Browder has led multiple countywide initiatives focused on the building blocks of a thriving life – education, economic mobility, health, and community engagement. Keisha is an experienced nonprofit executive with a career spanning over 20 years in community development, education, youth success, and philanthropy throughout the United States. She is a graduate of the University of Washington and the Stanford University Graduate School of Business Executive Program for Nonprofit Leaders.In addition to being part of the design team that developed the nation’s first citywide afterschool system that is replicated in several major U.S. cities, she led the nation’s longest-serving Community Assessment Project. This robust tracking of well-being is community data that includes the voice of Santa Cruz County residents. She co-authored “Leveraging Data for Meaningful Improvements: How Credible Data Enables Partnership Alignment to Achieve Well-Being at the Population Level” (Community Quality of Life Indicators Best Cases VIII, Springer). This data supports local nonprofit organizations, government, and health services as we continue to create a healthy, thriving and safe Santa Cruz County for all.Keisha also serves on several boards that reflect her values of equity, integrity, compassion, and dignity. Those boards include Bay Federal Credit Union, Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce, Santa Cruz County Health Improvement Partnership, Digital NEST Advisory, Dignity Health Dominican Hospital Community Advisory, Nonprofit Connection of Santa Cruz County Advisory, and United Way Worldwide Equity Advisory Council.

HealthCare UnTold celebrates its 100th episode by acknowledging and thanking all of the incredible community leaders that have shared their lives and journeys with us. Our podcast hosts Barbara Ann Garcia, Gerado Sandoval and Jasmine Najera share their favorite episodes and their excitement for our next 100 episodes. If you want to be on our show or know of others that you think would like to be on our show, email us at [email protected].

Dr. Sandra R. Hernandez, CEO of the California Health Care Foundation, shares the new initiatives at the Foundation and provides a COVID-19 update. HealthCare Untold thanks Dr. Hernandez for providing ongoing COVID-19 updates for over the past two years. As we enter into the third of year of Covid-19, we continue to encourage our community to get their Vaccines, Mask when appropriate, and help educate and support those around them. As we learn more about the effectiveness of Vaccines and the health effects of Long Covid-19, it becomes clearer that we do not want our loved ones to be exposed to this virus. Getting Vaccinated not only protects you but it also protects your loved ones and community. #chcf.org#Covid-19vaccines#gentecare#healthcareunto

Monica Limón serves as a Program Manager at NALCAB, where she is responsible for providing support and oversight for the organization’s Federal Programs and initiatives. As a passionate Latina, Monica’s personal and professional commitment is to build long-term, economic, social, and health focused upward mobility in communities of color and women in general.Her career has encompassed many fields, including university outreach and recruiting, graduate writing services, commercial and residential development, large-scale agricultural operations, information technology, and environmental justice.Monica’s professional portfolio includes the installation of the first set(s) of electric volt charging stations in Clovis, CA, the development of a lucrative and self-sustainable IT maintenance plan, coordination and strategic planning of the first-ever multi-agency roundtable with the City of Fresno. Paycheck Protection Program. Monica additionally has ample experience in event planning, recruiting, financial and accounting management, client relations, and strategic planning.Originally hailing from the San Joaquin Valley in California, Monica holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Language & Literature from Fresno State University.#nalcab.org#healthcareuntold@gmail,com#housing is health#economicrecoveryforlatinos

Tracy Christopherson and Michelle Troseth are co-founders of MissingLogic®. Prior to starting their business in early 2018, they worked for large health systems, global technology and clinical knowledge corporations, as well as served in leadership roles for national health professional organizations.Tracy and Michelle are the co-hosts of Healthcare’s MissingLogic Podcast, that focuses on the complex challenges and chronic tensions in healthcare and experiences of the leaders that are managing them. They have two unique frameworks which provide the foundation for their work.:Dynamic Balance Effect™ (DBE) Framework- includes a unique combination of strategies supporting healthcare leaders to become balanced and resilient leaders.Healthy Healing Organization (H2O) Framework™ -guides the development of healthy healing organizations and work cultures resulting in the best places to give and receive care.

Memorial for Juan Pablo GutierrezSaturday March 26, 2022 4:30pm-7:30pmMission Neighborhood Center 362 Capp Street, San Francisco, CA Between 18th and 19th StreetsJuan Pablo Gutiérrez - A Life RememberedRSVP at [email protected] Monday March 21, 2022Limited in-person admittance due to COVID precautions Protective masking and vaccinations are requested for everyone’s safetyLos muertos no se venden, pero sí se recuerdan! El Colectivo del Rescate CulturalArtwork: Juan Pablo Gutiérrez, Tres Hermanas, 2016; Calaca Con Big Headdress, 2016 Photo: LA Campos de la Garza, 2012ON BEHALF OF OUR DEAR FRIEND, JUAN PABLE GUTIERREZ WE ARE RECASTING HIS PODCAST:As the Executive Director of the Collectivo Rescate Cultural, Juan Pablo has organized and presented the Dia de Los Muertos Procession in the Mission District of San Francisco for 39 years. November 2, 2021 will mark the 40th Anniversary of the Dia De Los Muertos Procession. Due to the protections necessary because of Covid-19, this year he has curated a drive by procession at San Francisco's Davies Symphony Hall where very large lithographs representing the Aztec stages of death will be exhibited for the public to enjoy.Juan Pablo discusses the importance of protecting our culture, language, and rituals as a way of maintaining our communal spiritual health. Since the Procession's inception, he has not sought or accepted corporate sponsorships because of his firm conviction to refrain from "selling our dead." Drive or walk by Davies Symphony Hall on November 2, 2021 to honor our ancestors, enjoy stunning lithographs, and support the 40th Anniversary of the Dia De Los Muertos Procession.

Jennifer Esteen is a registered nurse, mother, and community leader serving on the Eden Municipal Advisory Council and the Alameda Health System Board of Trustees. She has spent her career delivering for the most vulnerable, first as a psychiatric nurse in the San Francisco General Hospital Psychiatric Emergency Room, where she saw firsthand the vicious cycle that patients experience from diminished funding for mental health care. Jennifer is ready to fight for her community and is running for State Assembly in Sacramento. She will be a champion for working families – advocating for policies that will keep our communities safe and healthy. Jennifer will fight to ensure corporations and special interests pay their fair share, so our community has access to housing they can afford, healthcare they deserve, and a quality education. More up to date information is available at jenniferesteen.com or on Twitter, on Facebook, or on Instagram. #jenniferesteen#healthcareuntold#gentecare

Maria Cadenas, Executive Director of Ventures-"Driven by Love & Justice"Ventures partners with rural Latino working-class families in California’s Central Coast to implement transformational programs that ensure a shared and prosperous economic future for all.Their transformational programs make certain that individuals understand and use their economic and political power. From building their savings to advocating for a living wage, our approach builds community and connects financial stability, wealth building, and self-determination. Their work creates dignity by recognizing, acknowledging, and valuing our community members’ leadership in making change happen. For more information and ways to support Ventures:https://www.sccvonline.org/online-donation.htmlhttps://www.sccvonline.org/https://www.linkedin.com/company/sccvonline/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariacadenas/https://www.facebook.com/SCCVonlinehttps://twitter.com/SCCVonline

HealthCare UnTold continues its series highlighting members of the COVIDLATINO project. Today's guest is Tanya Jeanette Alderete.Tanya, currently a medical student at the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara School of Medicine, is completing her third-year medical rotations in Phoenix, Arizona where she was born and raised. During the height of the COVID pandemic, Ms. Alderete conducted research at the St. Vincent de Paul Virginia G. Piper Medical & Dental (SVdP) Clinic, a free clinic in downtown Phoenix that historically has treated a population that is predominantly undocumented immigrants. The SVdP clinic partnered with CVS and the National Association of Free Clinics to provide free rapid COVID tests to underserved individuals. Tanya joined the social media team of the COVID Latino Project with the goal of helping debunk COVID myths among the Latinx community and to disseminate accurate information regarding the COVID virus and the COVID vaccines. Ms. Alderete led the relaunch campaign of the COVID Latino Project to ensure that all the content created was shared in an effective manner. HealthCare UnTold again recognizes the COVIDLATINO project and its volunteers like Tanya who have made such a difference to the Latino Community during the Covid-19 pandemic by providing accurate information regarding the virus and vaccines. #covidlatino.org#healthcareuntold#gentecare#cdc.gov#covid19#vaccineswork#gettested

Dr. Marilyn Hernandez completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley and earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern California College of Optometry. After graduating optometry school, Dr. Hernandez completed a one- year residency program with a concentration in Ocular Disease and Primary Eye Care at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital in Sacaton, Arizona, where she served the Native American population of the greater Phoenix area. Currently she practices in Southern California where she provides comprehensive eyecare to all her patients including treating ocular disease, managing diabetic eye disease, and fitting specialty contact lenses.

Dr. Marilyn Hernandez completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley and earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern California College of Optometry. After graduating optometry school, Dr. Hernandez completed a one- year residency program with a concentration in Ocular Disease and Primary Eye Care at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital in Sacaton, Arizona, where she served the Native American population of the greater Phoenix area. Currently she practices in Southern California where she provides comprehensive eyecare to all her patients including treating ocular disease, managing diabetic eye disease, and fitting specialty contact lenses.

Today’s guest on HealthCare UnTold is Lalo Alcaraz who Is the most influential Latino political cartoonist in our country. Best known for being the creator of "La Cucaracha", the first nationally syndicated, politically-themed Latino daily comic strip, Lalo has joined forces with the CovidLatino.org project as lead artist to use his artistic powers to help educate the Latino community about Covid-19 and the importance and protective power of vaccines.The COVIDLATINO.org project provides critical information on COVID-19 vaccines and testing for Latinx communities across the U.S. with a focus on the Southwest. This project brings together a collective of academic institutions, community-based organizations, researchers, advocates, and artists.to create culturally-tailored and empirically-based COVID-19 information that is relevant and timely. HealthCare Untold celebrates Lalo Alcaraz for using his great artistry to help educate and protect the Latino community during the Covid-19 pandemic. covidlatino.orghealthcareuntold.com

Today's podcast is part of a series of episodes highlighting the individuals involved in the CovidLatino.org project. Today's guests-Bertha Lopez, Gabriela Lopez, and Aashish Yadav-are Arizona State University Students studying to become physicians. The CovidLatino.org project provides critical information on COVID-19 vaccines and testing for Latinx communities across the U.S. with a focus on the Southwest. This project brings together a collective of academic institutions, community-based organizations, researchers, advocates, and artists to create culturally-tailored and empirically-based COVID-19 information that is relevant and timely. HealthCare Untold celebrates Bertha, Gabriela, and Aashish as being part of the next generation of public health advocates and heroes. CovidLatino.orghealthcareuntoldLatinohealthgentecarecdc.gov

On Episode 92, our co-host, Jasmine Nájera had the opportunity to talk with Joanne Sanchez and Ruby Vasquez from the Watsonville Campesino Appreciation Caravan for an update on the groups work. The volunteers have continued to visit farms each week, sometimes more to appreciate, support and connect farm workers with essential needs and donations. You can thank campesinos/farm workers for the fruits and vegetables you consume on a daily basis. During this pandemic, they work at risk of contracting Covid-19 for the the lowest wages in the country and under the most dangerous conditions to get these nutritious foods to your table.If you would like to support the work of the caravan and make a meaningful donation, please click here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/LaborEsencialJoanne Sanchez was the Watsonville Community reporter at the Santa Cruz Sentinel before moving on to focus her energy in the non-profit sector. She was the Public Relations manager at CASA of Santa Cruz County, serves on the Board of the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, and is a founding member of the Watsonville Campesino Appreciation Caravan. Joanne was instrumental in the creation of the Digital NEST.Ruby Vasquez is the daughter of loving parents who worked the fields, safeguarded traditions, served others, and emphasized the importance of education and familia. These values have shaped who she is and how she serves her community. After earning a BA in American studies with an emphasis on Chicano studies and a bilingual teaching credential from UC-Santa Cruz, Ruby started working at Pajaro Valley Unified School District (PVUSD) in 1987 and eearned a master’s in educational leadership at Mills College in Oakland. Ruby began dancing Mexican folk dance at the age of 6. Dance made her more aware of her cultural heritage and helped her develop a strong sense of pride and self confidence. She joined Esperanza del Valle (EDV), a Watsonville adult Mexican folk dance group in 1987 and now serve as assistant director. EDV promotes pride and an understanding of Mexican culture through traditional dance forms rooted in the merging of indigenous, European, and African heritages.In 2006 she founded Estrellas de Esperanza, a 40+ member dance group for students ranging in the ages of 5 to 18. Estrellas is committed to projecting a positive image of Mexican culture and ensuring that local students learn about their heritage.Ruby's involvement goes beyond the arts. As a parent education trainer for PVUSD, she works with colleagues to engage parents in their children’s schooling. More recently, she helped to form the Watsonville Campesino Appreciation Caravan, dedicated to agricultural campesinos (fieldworkers). At the onset of the pandemic, they were left out of the “essential workers” narrative. What began as a caravan of cars driving past local agricultural worksites with messages of gratitude in Spanish and Mixteco Bajo has transformed into Adopt a Cuadrilla, where the group distributes personal protective equipment and household supplies. This work and everything else that she does is offered with respect to our local community. #WatsonvilleCamepsinoAppreciationCaravan#LaborEsencial#FarmWorkers#Campesinos#EssentialWorkers#Heroes#ProtectFarmWorkers#healthcareuntold#healthcareuntoldpodcast#latinxhealth #chicanxhealth #indigenoushealth#gentecare #mentalhealth#prevention#publichealth

The Recast: We talk to Ruby Vasquez & Yesenia Molina leaders of the Watsonville Campesino Appreciation Caravan.The Watsonville Campesino Appreciation Caravan provides acknowledgement and appreciation to farm workers and field workers in the Watsonville community, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. You can thank campesinos/farm workers for the fruits and vegetables you consume on a daily basis. During this pandemic, they work at risk of contracting Covid-19 for the the lowest wages in the country and under the most dangerous conditions to get these nutritious foods to your table.Gracias to Farmworker communities!

This is a GenteCare Health Alert from HealthCare Untold about the COVID-19 virus Omicron that is spreading quickly through our families and our communities. Many of us are getting sick with flu like symptoms. The symptoms of Omicron that makes it different it from the flu are: **The loss of smell and taste, which you will not find with the flu. **High fever and sometimes severe headaches, which is being reporting by those infected with Omicron. If you do have those symptoms, it’s much more concerning that you may have gotten COVID than the flu. Because Covid testing is now taking more days to get your results, it’s important to take better care of yourself for your family and your community If you can’t find n95 or kn95 mask wear two masks even if you are vaccinated. Wear a disposable mask and a cloth mask. This virus is staying longer in the air and can get through a single cloth mask. It’s also really important get your Covid 19 vaccines. The data shows that those without vaccines are the vast majority in our hospitals. Our Elders are also at high risk for hospitalizations, so wear your masks for the elders around us. If you are NOT vaccinated, then double mask to protect yourself and others around you. Don’t be afraid to tell people you are sick that’s the responsible thing to do, so they can take extra care of themselves Help Stop the spread of Omicron! This is a GenteCare Health Alert from HealthCare UnTold.#cdc.gov#chhs.ca.gov#latinocovid.org#healthcareuntold#gentecare

President and Chief Executive Officer of Joy DeGruy Publications Inc., Dr. DeGruy's research focuses on the intersection of racism, trauma, violence, and American chattel slavery. She has over thirty years of practical experience as a professional in the field of social work and conducts workshops and trainings in the areas of intergenerational/historical trauma, mental health, and social justice. Her seminal book: " Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America's Legacy of Enduring Injury & Healing" helps to lay the necessary foundation to ensure the well-being and sustained health of future generations and provides a rare glimpse into the evolution of society's beliefs, feelings, attitudes, and behavior concerning race in America.HealthCare UnTold is honored to host Dr. Joy DeGruy for her life-long commitment to truth and healing.#JoyDeGruypublications#Posttruamaslavesyndrome#Traumainformedcare#Racism#HealthCareUnTold#GenteCare

Sunny Schwartz has dedicated almost forty years to Men and Women who are and were incarcerated. Her work in jails and prisons implementing Restorative Justice, Trauma Informed Services, educational opportunities, and transitional housing is part of her lifetime legacy of bringing Justice and Reform to our criminal justice systems. Hear about Sunny's new project: Five Keys Home Free. Org which supports women who are convicted survivors to successfully transition back into our communities.https://www.fivekeyshomefree.org#Restorativejustice#Criminaljusticereform#jailreform#prisonreform#healthcareuntold#gentecare