National Hispanic Health Foundation

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.

***coHarmReduction

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!

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

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

Today, we celebrate Dr. Lina, a pediatric endocrinologist and physician-scientist dedicated to advancing innovative therapies for Type 1 diabetes.

Her research focuses on preserving beta-cell function and improving outcomes for patients with diabetes. She serves as Principal Investigator of the NUTRI-Beta nutrition clinical trial at Penn State College of Medicine and has contributed to multicenter clinical trials in pediatric Type 2 diabetes, Type 1 diabetes, and growth hormone deficiency.

Dr. Lina is also an Endocrine Society FLARE alumna, PRIDE fellow, and KL2-ESI scholar.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Lina’s dedication to research, innovation, and improving the lives of children and families affected by diabetes! 🎉

10/08/2026

JOIN US for “Recruit, Hire, Retain: A Practical Toolkit for Health Departments Building a Representative Workforce”—a webinar that supports public health departments with a practical toolkit to build teams that reflect the communities they serve.

📅 November 18
🕒 3 PM EST

Explore the Hiring and Retention Toolkit and its resources to support outreach, career awareness, and workforce development—including a Social Media Guide, a Commission Paper on AI, a Digital Career Guide, and Hiring and Retention Resources.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or register at: https://bit.ly/4jbX8zk

10/07/2026

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

Today, we celebrate Dr. Johanna Contreras, a cardiologist and leader dedicated to advancing diversity and equity in cardiovascular care. She serves as Director of the Ambulatory Heart Failure Network and Director of Diversity and Inclusion in Heart Failure at Mount Sinai Health System.

Originally trained in Colombia, Dr. Contreras is committed to improving cardiovascular outcomes for historically underserved patients. Her research focuses on expanding minority participation in clinical trials and increasing access to advanced heart failure therapies.

She is also a founding member of several national initiatives focused on cardiovascular equity and transplantation.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Contreras’ leadership and commitment to advancing equitable cardiovascular care! ❤️