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In April, National Minority Health Month, we build awareness about the disproportionate burden of premature death and illness in people from racial and ethnic minority groups. We encourage action through health education, early detection, and control of disease complications.
Transitioning into May, with its many health and heritage observances, we hope you will continue to learn, educate, and celebrate with us!
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| STUDENT SPOTLIGHT:
TAYLOR JACKSON
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Our Student Spotlight celebrates student members of the Meharry-Vanderbilt community, whose achievements reflect the MVA’s commitment to enhance and support high-impact translational research, interprofessional learning, and community engagement.
As Taylor Jackson, MHS, completes her final year at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry, she will become the first doctor in her family. This has been a long time coming, as Jackson thinks back to kindergarten in Tyrone, Georgia, just south of Atlanta. Her friends would balk at her strange fondness for the dentist. “My dentist makes me smile,” she would retort, “and she teaches me how to brush.”
Read the rest of Jackson's story.
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IPE STUDENT PROJECT CELEBRATION CEREMONY
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On April 7, program manager, Jessica Jones greeted students, faculty, and community partners who participated in the seventh cohort of the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance (MVA) Interprofessional Education (IPE) Student Project. Following months of virtual collaboration, everyone gathered in person at The Local Distro to celebrate the completion of the innovative projects tailored for diverse populations throughout the Nashville community.
“I work with amazing faculty who volunteer their time to ensure instruction transcends the classroom to reach the community. I do not know how they do it, but each year the teams continue to exceed expectations,” says Jones. “Their ability to pivot demonstrates resiliency and innovation among these rising professionals, and I am glad to be part of a team that makes this experience valuable for so many.”
Through their joint efforts, student health care teams developed projects with Dismas House, Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency, Oasis Center, Our Place Nashville, MyFitScript, LLC, and Urban Housing Solutions.
Participating academic institutions included Belmont University, Lipscomb University, Meharry Medical College, Tennessee State University, Vanderbilt University, and Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Student presentations will soon be available to view on the MVA IPE Student Project webpage.
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NATIONAL MINORITY HEALTH MONTH BREAST CANCER SYMPOSIUM
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On April 28, in collaboration with the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) and VUMC Nursing, the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance (MVA) hosted the National Minority Health Month Breast Cancer Symposium. The symposium included presentations on topics such as health disparities in breast cancer, patient self-advocacy, and the cancer risks associated with obesity.
In addition to having their questions answered by presenters, participants also had the opportunity to visit "virtual booths," where they were connected with local cancer organizations and other resources. Based on the positive feedback event organizers have received, attendees left the symposium with new information about breast cancer care and prevention.
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| FACULTY AFFILIATE PROGRAM LAUNCH
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On April 28, over thirty faculty members attended the launch of the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance (MVA) Faculty Affiliate Program.
Open to all Meharry Medical College, Vanderbilt University, and Vanderbilt University Medical Center faculty members, the Faculty Affiliate Program offers a centralized platform to connect faculty members to the information and tools that facilitate collaborative research as well as engagement in leadership activities.
Apply to join. |
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MERCEDES CONKIN JOINS THE MVA
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Mercedes Conkin, MPH, recently joined the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance (MVA) as an associate program manager, working collaboratively with the MVA’s leadership team. Mercedes has always been interested in health care, focusing on diverse, underserved populations. She is excited to apply her expertise to support the Nashville community.
Read the rest of Mercedes' story.
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| DR. JAMES HILDRETH ON CONTINUED MASKING, LONG COVID, AND A PANDEMIC SILVER LINING
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Dr. James Hildreth, president of Meharry Medical College and a member of the Biden Administration’s COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force, joined This Is Nashville to answer listeners’ questions and concerns about the pandemic and how the community can better keep vulnerable people safe.
Listen to Dr. Hildreth's interview.
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| POSTPONED - FINDING GOD IN ALZHEIMER'S CONFERENCE
In an effort to ensure that we provide the community with the best experience possible, the Vanderbilt Memory and Alzheimer’s Center and the Meharry Vanderbilt Alliance (MVA) have decided to postpone the Finding God in Alzheimer’s Conference until the fall.
Rescheduling information will be shared at a later date.
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TENNESSEE ONCOLOGY PRACTICE SOCIETY (TOPS) 2022 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
May 13-14 at the Hutton Hotel (West End Ave, Nashville)
Register for an explorative look at emerging trends in oncology care.
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| NHABIT WORSHIP EXPERIENCE
June 5, 7 p.m. CT at the Ryman Auditorium
The NHABIT Worship Experience is a one-of-a-kind inspirational movement for the whole family that will lift your hands, move your feet, raise your spirits, and reinforce your faith! The NHABIT Worship Experience is presented by the Congregational Health and Education Network (CHEN). Proceeds will help support their mission to reduce health disparities.
Learn more. |
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