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Roots Community Health
@rootsempowers.bsky.social
Uplifting those impacted by systemic inequities & poverty through medical and behavioral care, navigation, workforce enterprises, housing, outreach & advocacy. (Oakland/San Jose, CA)

🌐 www.rootscommunityhealth.org
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11/18/25- In today’s briefing we review, Remembering Coach John Beam; Canada Loses Measles-Free Status; Contagious Illnesses Update

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LosT...

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #H3N2 #Influenza #Measles #RSV #Flu #H1N1 #FluVaccine
Remembering Coach John Beam; Canada Loses Measles-Free Status; Contagious Illnesses Update || S6E35
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11/18/25- In today’s briefing we review, Remembering Coach John Beam; Canada Loses Measles-Free Status; Contagious Illnesses Update

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LosT...

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #H3N2 #Influenza #Measles #RSV #Flu #H1N1 #FluVaccine
Remembering Coach John Beam; Canada Loses Measles-Free Status; Contagious Illnesses Update || S6E35
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November 18, 2025 at 5:32 PM
If you know someone in #Oakland, ages 13-26 in need of free services, send them this! 🙌🏾

At our Young People's Wellness Center, we're all about supporting our young community members with a wide variety of services, from medical to mental health!

#RootsEmpowers #YouthWellness #YouthSupport
November 12, 2025 at 12:20 AM
If you live or work in #EastOakland, make your voice heard! 🗣️

Join our Community Safe Keeping Meeting to discuss key issues and work on strategies to create a safer East Oakland!

📅Thursday, 11/20 | 5:30-7:30PM
📍Armstead Hall
🔗 https://ow.ly/iM4x50XqalB

#RootsEmpowers #CommunitySafety
November 11, 2025 at 8:01 PM
11/11/25 - In today’s briefing, we review the SNAP Crisis; Veterans Spotlight; New Vaccine Effectiveness Data; Interstate Health Alliance

Watch now: youtube.com/watch?v=LEIF...

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #VeteransDay #RSV #SNAP #Shutdown #Flu #FluVaccine
SNAP Crisis; Veterans Spotlight; New Vaccine Effectiveness Data; Interstate Health Alliance || S6E34
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November 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
We have another hands-on class, where you can make healthy recipes you can recreate anytime at home!

📅 Sat., November 15
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 1811 S. 7th St. Suite D., San Jose, CA

Spots are limited: https://ow.ly/JtVb50XpyLH

#RootsEmpowers #SanJoseEvents #Cooking Challenge
November 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM
On November 15, we’re bringing our community together in Deep East Oakland for 40x40’s first Power Building Summit to ensure folks can stay and thrive in the neighborhood they have built.

Free breakfast and lunch will be provided!

RSVP here: https://ow.ly/pNQH50XkUNK
November 7, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Don't miss out on our online Parenting Toolkit, Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 11 AM!

We'll explore ways to build healthy relationships and boundaries for your kids!

Open to all families—Sign up here: https://ow.ly/Keww50VVQFi

#RootsEmpowers #ParentingToolkit #AlamedaCounty #Oakland
November 6, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Black Solidarity Day is held the Monday before #ElectionDay to remind us that our vote has the power to fight injustice and bring equity!

Roots has the only Ballot Drop Box in East Oakland. Make it easy and cast your mail-in ballot!

#BlackSolidarityDay #Vote2025 #RootsEmpowers
November 4, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Happy Black Solidarity Day! ✊🏾

At Roots, this holiday embodies the spirit with which we lead our work every day!

Watch as Tim and Khariyyah discuss the rich History of #BlackSolidarityDay and share how you can participate: youtu.be/D72K37M5ljo

#RootsEmpowers #BlackHistory
History of Black Solidarity Day
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November 3, 2025 at 5:22 PM
10/28/25 - In today’s briefing, we review Food Insecurity & Gov’t Shutdown; Black Solidarity Day; Mpox & Contagious Illnesses Update

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KnN...

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Mpox #Measles #Shutdown #BlackSolidarityDay #RSV
Food Insecurity & Gov’t Shutdown; Black Solidarity Day; Mpox & Contagious Illnesses Update || S6E33
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October 28, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Connect with local employers, explore opportunities and take the next step on your career journey, tomorrow at the Roots Career Fair!

📅Fri., Oct. 24 | 11AM - 4PM
📍6403 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605

Bring a friend and spread the word!

#RootsEmpowers #CareerFair #Oakland
October 23, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Young people in #Oakland, Roots is here for you!

At our Young People’s Wellness Center, we have a wide variety of services like free medical & behavioral health and navigation services.

Don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need support! #RootsEmpowers
October 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM
If you are a mother/guardian, join our Motherhood Circle next Tuesday, October 28 at 11:30 AM on Zoom! 💻

Connect, share, and feel supported on your motherhood journey. 💕💮

Sign up here: ➡️https://ow.ly/tjnP50XbaWZ

#RootsEmpowers #MotherhoodCircle #Oakland #SupportGroup
October 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Connect with local employers, explore opportunities and take the next step on your career journey at Roots Community Health Career Fair!

📅Fri., Oct. 24 | 11AM - 4PM
📍6403 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605

Bring a friend and spread the word!

#RootsEmpowers #CareerFair #Oakland
October 21, 2025 at 8:25 PM
10/21/25 - In this week’s episode, we review public health updates, including data gaps, system challenges and their effects on our communities.

We also look at new research on Tylenol use during pregnancy and shine a light on substance use prevention.

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8k7-...
Tylenol & Pregnancy; Substance Use Awareness Month; Public Health Disarray & Data Blackout
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October 21, 2025 at 3:34 PM
ATTN D6 & D7 Residents! Illegal Dumping is a key public safety issue we must address.

Come to the upcoming Regional Convening on Illegal Dumping!

📅 Wed., October 29 | 9AM-1PM
📍Alameda County Training and Conference Center

Register now: https://ow.ly/9aJi50XcHEj
October 17, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Bring your little ghouls and goblins to our 3rd Annual Trick-or-Treat at Emma Prusch Farm Park!

📅 Fri, Oct 31 | 4–7PM | 647 S King Rd, San Jose

Treats, spooky-fun painting & family vibes await. 🍬✨

RSVP here: https://ow.ly/lIW750XcG0N

#FallFestival #RootsEmpowers #SanJoseEvents
October 16, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Help us shape the future of transpotation! 🚆

Take Alameda County's survey to share your experience and priorities to improve transportation.

Survey 🔗: bit.ly/2026CTPSurvey
October 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Join us for another hands-on cooking class, where you can make healthy recipes you can recreate anytime at home!

📅 Sat., October 18
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 1811 S. 7th St. Suite D., San Jose, CA

Sign up here: https://ow.ly/xHgy50X7o8H

#RootsEmpowers #CookingChallenge #SanJose
October 16, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Connect with local employers, explore opportunities and take the next step on your career journey at Roots Community Health Career Fair!

📅Fri., Oct. 24 | 11AM - 4PM
📍6403 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605

Bring a friend and spread the word!

#RootsEmpowers #CareerFair #Oakland
October 15, 2025 at 5:25 PM
TODAY!!! DROP THE DOUBT & DROP THE SQUAT!!🏋🏾‍♀️🔥

We're combining fitness and mindfulness to help you release self-doubt and boost your confidence, making you stronger, inside and out.

Sign up here: https://ow.ly/YoGw50WYnjO

#RootsEmpowers #FitnessClass #HealthyLifestyle #SanJose
October 14, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The People's Health Briefing will not air on Tuesday, October 14.

We will be back, next Tuesday, October 21 at 10am. Please check out our archives on our website for previous episodes: https://ow.ly/lH7c50X9U6W

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth
October 11, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Join the 40x40 Council this Saturday at the Power Building Kick Off!

🤝🏾 Connect with neighbors and advocates.
✨ Share your hopes and dreams for Deep East Oakland.
📝 Learn about the our plan for a better community.

We need you in the room. RSVP now: https://ow.ly/SOjN50X7Pas
October 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Our Rooted in Flavor: Wellness Cooking Challenge last month went so well, we had to run it back! 👩🏾‍🍳

Join us for another hands-on class were you can make healthy recipes you can recreate anytime at home!

Spots are limited: https://ow.ly/5ESa50X7ooY

#Rootsempowers #CookingClass #SanJoseEvents
October 7, 2025 at 9:25 PM
10/7/15 - In today's briefing, we review Gov’t Shutdown Stalls CDC Data & Telehealth for Seniors; MD Discretion for COVID Vax; Measles Update

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8Zj...

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #Shutdown #Telehealth #CDPH
Shutdown Stalls CDC Data & Telehealth for Seniors; Discretion for COVID Vax; Measles Update || S6E31
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October 7, 2025 at 3:19 PM