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Happy AA and NH/PI Heritage Month! In this Issue: Featured May Observances, New Language Access Report, AAPCHO Member Updates, Upcoming Trainings and More
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AA and NH/PI Heritage Month and Other Observances
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Happy AA and NH/PI Heritage Month (AANHPIHM)! AAPCHO celebrates the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of AA and NH/PI communities. We recognize the health challenges that these communities face and remain committed to improving health outcomes for all.
In commemoration of AANHPIHM, we are highlighting #AANHPIhealth Heroes—individuals who are committed to improving the health of AAs and NH/PIs.
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Meet this year’s #AANHPIhealth Heroes below!
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Dayson Marar, a public health professional and community leader, played a critical role in the 2024 Kansas tuberculosis (TB) outbreak response, conducting frontline case investigations, contact tracing, and cross-sector coordination. Beyond the outbreak, Dayson has been instrumental in improving health access and outcomes for Micronesian communities. Read more »
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Winnie Lam is the director of clinical services at the Chinese American Service League (CASL). She has been part of CASL’s efforts to empower communities with inclusive, culturally responsive programs for over 15 years. Read more »
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Dr. Delafield is a researcher at UCLA whose work primarily focuses on understanding and assessing health outcomes and health care experiences of Pasifika people. She is trained in community-based research approaches and maternal and child health. Dr. Delafield is uncovering disparate maternal health outcomes and working to advance care that supports Pasifika families. Read more »
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Dr. Islam is a professor and director at NYU Grossman School of Medicine dedicated to improving health outcomes among AAs and underserved populations through community health worker driven approaches to diabetes care and chronic disease management. Dr. Islam’s work that reflects the type of collaboration and community-informed approach we all aim to highlight. Read more »
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This Hepatitis Awareness Month, let's raise awareness of hepatitis and encourage everyone to learn their status through screening and testing. Learn more »
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Many chronic conditions once thought to be a natural part of aging can be prevented or managed through healthy habits like regular checkups, good nutrition, and physical activity.
This Older Americans Month, stay engaged in decisions that support long-term health and independence. Learn more »
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Mental Health Awareness Month
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During Mental Health Awareness Month, take a moment to emphasize the importance of mental health visibility, resilience, and community care.
The mental health of AA and NH/PI communities matters, and we encourage you to join us in spreading awareness this May and beyond. Read more »
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Earlier this month, Jeffrey Caballero, AAPCHO executive director, joined a briefing on the latest survey data findings shaping AAPI policy priorities in Washington, D.C.
The briefing was centered around the survey results about how economic pressures, immigration enforcement, civil rights, and global instability caused by ongoing conflicts are shaping AAPI voter priorities. Learn more about the 2026 AAPI Policy Priorities survey »
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| The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights recently released the Language Access for Individuals with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) briefing report.
AAPCHO participated in a briefing for this report in March 2025 during which the Commission heard testimony from subject matter experts.
This examines the extent to which language barriers impact access to essential government services and healthcare for individuals with LEP. The Commission assessed how federal agencies and recipients of federal funding provide language access, where gaps remain, and best practices for strengthening interpretation and translation services. Read the report »
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Happy Retirement, Jim Macrae!
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For 35 years, Jim Macrae has been a fearless leader and fierce advocate for the health center program. As associate administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC), Jim has helped steward a national program supporting more than 15,500 health center service delivery sites and over 31 million patients nationwide.
We thank Jim for his service and support of AAPCHO and our member health centers over the years. Happy retirement, Jim!
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Photo courtesy of PBS News
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Last month, Super Typhoon Sinlaku which affected the Northern Mariana Islands causing widespread damage and power outages. Authorities are assessing the extent of the impact and residents are notified to prepare for prolonged disruptions during the recovery period.
AAPCHO sends our thoughts and offers our support for Members and communities impacted by the storm. Read more »
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Large Tuberculosis Outbreaks — United States, 2017-2023
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A recent CDC report from the Division of Tuberculosis (TB) Elimination was published in the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report “ Large Outbreaks of Tuberculosis - U.S., 2017-2023”.
The findings underscore the importance of early detection, contact tracing, strong public health infrastructure, and trusted community partnerships in strengthening TB prevention and outbreak response efforts. View the report »
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Development of this product was supported with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention under cooperative agreement CDC-RFA-PS21-2105 "National Viral Hepatitis Education, Awareness, and Capacity Building for Communities and Providers," award # NU51PS005194.
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In the Targeting Viral Hepatitis: A Road Map for Providers, Medscape Education provides an education curriculum featuring expert perspectives on the prevention and management of viral hepatitis. U.S.-based infectious disease specialists, primary care physicians, obstetrician/gynecologists, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician’s assistants are encouraged to enroll and receive CMEs. Access the curriculum for FREE »
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