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Infant hospitalizations from #RSV were cut nearly in half after the introduction of two RSV preventive measures, as reported in a recent @CDCMMWR. Learn how @UofR, and our Center, played a role in this public health milestone: urmc.rochester.edu/community-heal… #URochesterResearch

Cool down with this refreshing Matcha Chia Limeade recipe! April Ho, RD, shares a twist on lemonade that delivers extra hydration with chia seeds. ☀️🍋

Healthy habits are hard to create. Self-Determination Theory shows how personal choice can help you stick to your #goals. 🏆 Susan Gasparino, MD, CCHP clinical director, shares her insights on SDT, as well as tips from our clinical team. Check it out: urmc.rochester.edu/news/publicati…

Do you know a young person, age 14-17, interested in sharing their ideas to help improve the health of their community? They’re invited to apply to join the Office of Health Equity Research’s Youth Advisory Board! Deadline to apply is July 14! redcap.urmc.rochester.edu/redcap/surveys…

What key nutrients does your brain need to thrive? 🧠 Registered Dietitian Bethany Moran shares some takeaways for overall brain health.

Certain holidays can be especially difficult when you’re grieving. Whether you’ve lost a parent or a child, these days can stir up a range of emotions. Our mental health experts share practical advice to help you cope and find moments of peace. urmc.rochester.edu/news/publicati…

DYK: The Community Health Improvement Workgroup is a team of dedicated changemakers that move the needle on the Community Health Improvement Plan for Monroe County's two major hospital systems, including @UR_Med and @ROCRegional. Learn more > urmc.rochester.edu/community-heal… #CHIWeek

Join us at 6:30 p.m. June 10 for a free film screening of "Recovery City," an intimate portrait of four women who refuse to let themselves, or their community, give in to the stigma and despair of #addiction. A panel discussion will follow. Learn more: redcap.urmc.rochester.edu/redcap/surveys…

"My passion for this work, and community health work, is to help bolster knowledge that language is health," shares @wyattehall, PhD, early-stage faculty awardee of our 2025 Dr. David Satcher Community Health Improvement Awards. Congratulations again, Dr. Hall!

In 2024-25, RSV hospitalization rates in infants <3 mo. were 45-52% lower than 2018-2020. New/expecting parents should discuss RSV vaccines/antibodies w/their providers. Increased use of prevention products could protect even more babies in future seasons bit.ly/42Z59hd

Another wonderful (and sunny☀️) #DayofCaring event with @UnitedWayROCFLX! Special thanks to our hosts at Heritage Christian Services. We enjoyed beautifying your area! 🌷🏡

Are juice cleanses actually helpful? 🍏🍍🥤 Learn about the risks that might make you rethink your next cleanse from @CCHP_URMC Clinical Dietitian Bethany Moran.

Happy #NursesWeek! A special thank you to our team of nurses, some pictured here, who each bring a unique set of skills and compassion that make a lasting impact on our patients, our colleagues, and the health of our community! 💗

If you had the measles vaccine as a kid, are you still protected? How contagious is measles? What to know as cases rise. ⬇️ urmc.info/measles

Check out the first "Learners on Location" video featuring @wyattehall, MD, this year's early-stage faculty awardee for our Satcher Awards, and learn more about the importance of language access for the Deaf community. Register for the Satcher Awards > urmc.rochester.edu/community-heal…

Register today for the May 2 Public Health Grand Rounds, featuring Benjamín Castañeda, PhD, professor @UofRBME. rochester.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Join us in celebration of Charles Kamen, PhD, MPH, and Wyatte C. Hall, PhD, and their meaningful work in our community! Register and learn more about this year's Satcher awardees and keynote speaker > > urmc.rochester.edu/community-heal… #URochesterResearch