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The National Hispanic Health Foundation is a 501c3 organization that supports leadership development

10/23/2026

Smoking is a risky game, especially when your heart is on the line.

Every cigarette stacks the deck against your heart, damaging blood vessels, raising blood pressure, and increasing the risk of heart disease. You might think you are holding a winning hand, but smoking changes the odds.

Don’t gamble with your heart. Play your best hand by choosing less harmful alternatives like FDA-approved Ni****ne Replacement Therapy (NRT) products instead of ci******es. Quitting is hard, pero paso a paso, you can reduce the negative health effects from to***co related products.

Visit our website nhhfx.org/health-education/ to learn more about To***co Harm Reduction!

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10/23/2026

What inspired our current fellows to apply to the NHHF Leadership Fellowship program? Hear their story of change and consider applying today!

The NHHF Leadership Fellowship is a one-year executive training program designed to advance the careers of mid-career Latino physicians working in California or New York.

🗓️Deadline: January 29, 2027
✅Scan the QR code or apply here: https://bit.ly/47AxTQf

Advance your leadership. Shape the future of healthcare.

10/22/2026

To continue advancing Hispanic health in the United States, our President, Dr. Elena Rios with our Policy Intern visited the office of Rep. Don Davis to talk about the bipartisan legislation H.R. 1672 called the Maintaining Investments in New Innovation Act (MINI Act). The MINI Act is also needed to increase care for rare diseases in the United States. In addition, Dr. Rios discussed topics concerning rural healthcare workforce issues and the transparency needed in the 340B Drug Pricing Program for the betterment of the Hispanic community.

NHHF remains committed to engaging with policymakers to advance policies that support a healthier future for Hispanic communities across the United States.

10/20/2026

⏰ Applications are now open for the NHHF Leadership Fellowship!

Are you a physician leader passionate about advancing Latino health and strengthening your impact in healthcare leadership and decision-making? The NHHF Leadership Fellowship is a one-year executive training program designed to advance the careers of mid-career Latino physicians working in California or New York.

🗓️Deadline: January 29, 2027
✅Scan the QR code or apply here: https://bit.ly/47AxTQf

Advance your leadership. Shape the future of healthcare.

10/16/2026

About 2 in 5 New Mexicans rely on Medicaid, and most of them can’t get the most effective obesity treatments available today.

That gap falls hardest on Hispanic and Native American families, rural communities, and households earning under $25,000 a year. It’s also costly. Obesity-related conditions already cost New Mexico more than $2 billion a year, and leaving obesity untreated leads to more type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic conditions down the road.

Gov. Lujan Grisham has a chance to close that gap. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4hQpoGO

10/15/2026

Throughout a week in September, NHHF brought together emerging leaders for an enriching experience in Washington, DC, focused on leadership development, advocacy and advancing Hispanic health.

From engaging experiences on Capitol Hill and conversations with policymakers to leadership development meetings, networking opportunities, and receptions with leaders across the health and public policy sector, fellows gained valuable experience into the importance of leadership, collaboration, and civic engagement.

Thanks to everyone that participated in this experience! Together, we continue building a stronger network of leaders committed to advancing Hispanic health across the United States.

10/15/2026

Smoking remains the leading cause of preventable disease and premature death in the United States.
Every year, smoking and secondhand smoke exposure claim more than 480,000 lives, while over 16 million Americans are living with a smoking-related disease.
(Source: CDC, 2024) Nearly 28 million U.S. adults currently smoke ci******es, including 7.1% of Hispanic adults. (Source: HHS, 2024)

At the National Hispanic Health Foundation (NHHF), our To***co Harm Reduction campaign works to raise awareness about the serious health risks of smoking and empower communities through education and prevention. Every conversation can make a difference.

Learn more about to***co harm reduction and how you can protect your health. Visit the link in our bio.

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10/15/2026

Smoking remains the leading cause of preventable disease and premature death in the United States. Every year, smoking and secondhand smoke exposure claim more than 480,000 lives, while over 16 million Americans are living with a smoking-related disease. (Source: CDC, 2024) Nearly 28 million U.S. adults currently smoke ci******es, including 7.1% of Hispanic adults. (Source: HHS, 2024)

At the National Hispanic Health Foundation (NHHF), our To***co Harm Reduction campaign works to raise awareness about the serious health risks of smoking and empower communities through education and prevention. Every conversation can make a difference.

Learn more about to***co harm reduction and how you can protect your health. Visit the link in our bio.

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Sources:
https://bit.ly/3YD9mF6
https://bit.ly/4BqQwnB

10/14/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! 🎉

Today, we celebrate Emma B Olivera, MD, a proud native of the city of Chicago. She graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with two bachelor's degrees: Science (Biological Sciences) and Arts (Latin American and Latino Studies). She completed her medical school education at UIC College of Medicine – Rockford campus. She has focused much of her activities on helping the medically underserved community by taking on various leadership roles.

Professionally, Dr Olivera graduated from pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan (affiliated Wayne State University) in Detroit, Michigan. She is currently working as a general pediatrician in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. It is here where she aspires to advocate for children and continue to mentor the next generation of leaders in medicine.

Join us in celebrating Emma Olivera's leadership and commitment to advancing health!

10/12/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! 🎉

Today, we celebrate Dr. Rosibel Hernandez, a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist dedicated to advancing equitable healthcare for women within underserved Latinx communities. Dr. Hernandez Castro earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with the Neuroscience track from Yale University, followed by a Doctor of Medicine from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Passionate about health equity, she pursued a Master of Public Health at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, specializing in Health Policy, Maternal/Child Health, and Public Health Leadership.

Dr. Hernandez Castro is a recognized advocate for reproductive rights and maternal health policy. She has participated in the ACOG Congressional Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., to address systemic disparities in women’s health. Her leadership and advocacy work aims to drive policy reforms that improve healthcare access for historically marginalized communities. Dr. Hernandez Castro is committed to ensuring every person receives the comprehensive care they deserve.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Hernandez’ leadership and commitment to advancing equitable maternal health!

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