Moments From Our Mobile Mammogram Event

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Moments From Our Mobile Mammogram Event Here are some highlights of our mobile screening mammogram event that took place at our Drake Avenue clinic in Marin City on June 4. It was a great turn out, with fun and prizes, and we hope to do it again soon! A special thank-you to everyone who helped organize and carry out the event.To those who were able to make it out for a screening, we appreciate you prioritizing your well-being! For those who were unable to attend and are interested in getting a mammogram, call us at 415-339-8813 to make an appointment.

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Celebrating Pride and Championing Equal Healthcare for All

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Celebrating Pride and Championing Equal Healthcare for All June marks Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community and honor the ongoing struggle for equality and acceptance. While strides have been made in securing rights and visibility, there is one area that is still in need of critical attention: equitable access to healthcare for underserved LGBTQ+ populations, including those among the Black, Hispanic and AAPI communities.  Healthcare disparities are particularly pronounced among LGBTQ+ individuals, who often face unique challenges due to stigma, discrimination, and a lack of culturally competent care. These barriers can lead to negative health outcomes, including higher rates of mental health issues, substance abuse, and chronic diseases. In addition, a study conducted in 2021 revealed that Black LGBTQ+…

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In Recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Month

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In Recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Month May is a plethora of recognition campaigns: Mental Health Awareness Month; Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month; Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day (May 9); and National Prevention Week (May 12-18). Our focus in this article is on Mental Health Awareness Month: its history, the stigma of mental health in marginalized communities, what Marin City Health and Wellness Center is doing to break taboos, and what individuals can do to help themselves and others—not just in May, but at any time throughout the year. Clifford Beers and the history behind mental health awareness month Clifford W. Beers, a sufferer of depression and anxiety, became the father of what was initially known as the mental hygiene…

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