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UPGRADE YOUR MASK
When choosing a mask consider the fit, filtration, and comfort. OK/FAIR - Cloth mask GOOD - Surgical mask BETTER - KF94/KN95 BEST - N95...
Jun 10, 20241 min read

KEEP YOUR BABY HEALTHY & SAFE FROM COVID-19
Get Vaccinated If you are pregnant, you are more likely to get sick from COVID-19 COVID-19 vaccines reduce the risk of getting COVID-19...
Nov 1, 20231 min read


COVID-19 COMMUNITY AWARENESS WEBINAR
With COVID-19, Flu, and RSV cases rising, BWPC's African American Coalition team collaborated with Pastor B. T. Lewis to host a community...
Oct 10, 20231 min read


COVID-19 - MANAGING SYMPTOMS & PRECAUTIONS
Our immunity against COVID-19 has grown due to vaccination , earlier infection, or both. COVID-19 still spreads easily, and some people...
Sep 6, 20231 min read


PREGNANCY & COVID-19 VACCINES
The COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy can protect you from severe illness and complications that can affect your pregnancy and baby. The...
Sep 6, 20231 min read


BWPC HIGHLIGHTED IN TOGETHER TOWARDS HEALTH - FINAL EVALUATION BRIEF
BLACK Wellness & Prosperity Center was highlighted in Together Toward Health's evaluation brief outlining key findings from the work...
May 19, 20222 min read

READY FOR BABY - COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
Pregnant persons and their babies can be at higher risk of getting very sick after having COVID-19. COVID-19 can also lead to preterm...
May 3, 20221 min read

COVID COMMUNITY OUTREACH SUPPORTED BY PHI - TTH
While Black individuals are overrepresented in severe COVID-19 cases and deaths, in Fresno the Black population vaccination rate is the...
Apr 30, 20221 min read

COVID COMMUNITY EDUCATION SUPPORTED BY WEVAX+
Grant Period: July 1, 2021 through April 30, 2022 “Ready for Baby” is our education campaign with a significant focus on COVID-19...
Apr 30, 20221 min read

"READY FOR BABY"- COVID-19 EDUCATION CAMPAIGN RESULTS January 24, 2022 – April 30, 2022
“Ready for Baby” is our comprehensive educational and exploratory campaign with a COVID-19 education pillar. The primary audience for...
Apr 30, 20221 min read


BREASTFEEDING & COVID-19
Breastfeeding and COVID-19 Current evidence suggests that breast milk is unlikely to spread the virus to babies. COVID-19 vaccination is...
Feb 18, 20221 min read

RECOMMENDATION OF EXPANDED PFIZER – BIONTECH BOOSTER ELIGIBILITY FOR 12- TO 15-YEAR OLDS
Joint Statement on Western States Recommendation of Expanded Pfizer – BioNTech Booster Eligibility for 12- to 15-Year Olds SACRAMENTO -...
Jan 6, 20222 min read


CALIFORNIA SURGEON GEN. EMBRACES IDEA OF NBA PARTNERSHIP FOR VACCINATION OUTREACH
Read the article here: https://lasentinel.net/california-surgeon-gen-embraces-idea-of-nba-partnership-for-vaccination-outreach.html Learn...
Oct 19, 20211 min read


VACCINE ACCESS & EQUITY
Read about working alongside community leaders & networks to dismantle barriers to vaccines here: https://www.phi.org/our-work/strategic-...
Sep 24, 20211 min read


BLACK WELLNESS & PROSPERITY CENTER BRINGS VACCINES TO FRESNO CITY COLLEGE
Check out this article by the Student Run Fresno City College Newspaper, The Rampage! https://www.therampageonline.com/news/2021/09/19/bl...
Sep 24, 20211 min read

HELPING TO ENSURE EQUITY AMID A GLOBAL PANDEMIC — REMARKABLE WOMEN
Read the article here: https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/remarkable-women/helping-to-ensure-equity-amid-a-global-pandemic-remarkable...
Jun 24, 20211 min read

SOME CENTRAL CALIFORNIA MINORITY GROUPS UNDECIDED ON TAKING COVID VACCINE
Read the article here: https://abc30.com/coronavirus-vaccine-central-califonria-california-valley/8781126/ Learn more about COVID-19...
Jun 24, 20211 min read

FRESNO'S COVID-19 EQUITY PROJECT INSPIRES COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMS IN OTHER COUNTIES
Read and listen to the article here: https://www.kvpr.org/post/fresnos-covid-19-equity-project-inspires-community-health-programs-other-c...
Jun 24, 20211 min read

WITH FRESNO'S AFRICAN AMERICAN COVID-19 COALITION, LEADERS AIM TO CURB VIRUS AND BUILD TRUST
Read and listen to the article here: https://www.kvpr.org/post/fresnos-african-american-covid-19-coalition-leaders-aim-curb-virus-and-bui...
Jun 24, 20211 min read


COVID-19 ISOLATION & VACCINE GUIDE
COVID-19 comes in waves. Careful planning and preparation are essential to maintaining low infection rates. Tips to lower your risk of...
Mar 18, 20211 min read
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