Voting our Community Health Values: Election Day is Around the Corner
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Voting our Community Health Values: Election Day is Around the Corner

Election Day is Tuesday November 5th, and polls will be open that day 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. For those of us who care about community health, this year’s election offers many opportunities to weigh in on the issues that matter to us in southwest Ohio and throughout the state.  In Hamilton County we’ll decide…

Reine Kukwikila: How CHWs Help Immigrants Overcome Barriers
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Reine Kukwikila: How CHWs Help Immigrants Overcome Barriers

Reine Kukwikila came to the United States from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Her first job upon arriving was at the airport, where she washed dishes. Over time she has become a Community Health Worker (CHW) and supports people throughout southwest Ohio, many of whom are themselves immigrants. Kukwikila knows first-hand the challenges they face. …