Black Maternal Health Week #4 is Here & We’re Devoted to Improving Moms’ Well-being
Introducing Black Maternal Health Week This week, the Black Mamas Matter Alliance is celebrating its fourth-ever Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW). The observance even received a presidential proclamation on Tuesday for the first time in history. Maternal depression is a major fo
Prevent Harm: Toxic Stress, Racism & Poverty 03/2021 Position Paper
About the Preventing Harm: Toxic Stress, Racism & Poverty Position Paper Racism and poverty are two major drivers of toxic stress, which harms families and communities across the United States. This stress can lead to a large number of adverse health effects and outcomes, par
Childhood Lead Poisoning: Defying Long-Term Consequences with Behavioral Health Referrals- 06/2020 Position Paper
Childhood Lead Poisoning Position Paper Summary: Childhood lead poisoning has remained a longstanding issue in specific Ohio neighborhoods for decades. This problem predominantly affects socially designated “at-risk” groups such as African-American children, kids from
We can Impact Ohio’s Health Value & Why It’s Important – 06/2020 Position Paper
OhioGuidestone’s Impact on Ohio’s Health Value Position Paper Summary Recently, the Health Policy Institute of Ohio (HPIO), released its 2019 Health Value Dashboard, which placed Ohio at 46th out of 51 in health value among U.S. states and the District of Columbia. Oh
Effectively Addressing Unique Therapeutic Needs in Community-Based Services – 06/2020 Position Paper
Therapeutic Needs in Community-Based Services 06-2020 Position Paper Summary: In community mental health treatment, clients often encounter social, and structural barriers and stressors that impact the effectiveness of therapy. These Therapy-Interfering Conditions (TICs) include