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

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1/20/26 - In today's briefing, we review Measles: Complications, Elimination Status, & SC Outbreak Grows; Contagious Illnesses Update

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#RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #RSV #Flu #Outbreak
Measles: Complications, Elimination Status, & SC Outbreak Grows; Contagious Illnesses Update || S7E3
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1/20/26 - In today's briefing, we review Measles: Complications, Elimination Status, & SC Outbreak Grows; Contagious Illnesses Update

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

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #RSV #Flu #Outbreak
Measles: Complications, Elimination Status, & SC Outbreak Grows; Contagious Illnesses Update || S7E3
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January 20, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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Today we celebrate the lifetime and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.!

As we celebrate, we acknowledge our work and service at Roots Community Health, as a direct reflection of his legacy.

In honor of Dr. King, all Roots sites will be open today for regular services.
January 19, 2026 at 2:23 PM
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1/13/26 - In today’s briefing, we break down what you need to know about recent changes to the childhood vaccination schedule and rising exemptions, the pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak in Arkansas, and the latest updates on contagious illnesses.

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiDZ...
Child Vaccine Exemptions & Schedule Changes; Pertussis Outbreak; Contagious Illnesses Update || S7E2
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January 13, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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1/6/26- 1/6/26- In our Season 7 Premiere, we review Understanding Influenza: New Flu Variant; mRNA Vaccine Trials; At-Home Testing

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

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Flu #LongFlu #Influenza #FluSeason
Understanding Influenza: New Flu Variant; mRNA Vaccine Trials; At-Home Testing || Season 7 Premiere
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January 6, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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12/13/25-In today's briefing, we review Whooping Cough; 2026 Medicaid Changes; Long COVID w/ Dr. Khan; Contagious Illnesses Update

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXI8...

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #LongCOVID #Medicaid #Measles #Pertussis #WhoopingCough
Whooping Cough; 2026 Medicaid Changes; Long COVID w/ Dr. Khan; Contagious Illnesses Update || S6E39
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December 23, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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12/16/25 - Tips for Healthier Holidays; ACA Subsidies at Risk; Measles & Contagious Illnesses Updates

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

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #Flu #Influenza #Outbreak #ACA #RSV #Obamacare #Medicare
Tips for Healthier Holidays; ACA Subsidies at Risk; Measles & Contagious Illnesses Updates || S6E38
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December 16, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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12/9/25- In today’s briefing, we review NEW Hep. B Vaccine Decision; Norovirus Explained; Long COVID; Contagious Illnesses Update

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9fe...

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #LongCOVID #Norovirus #Flu #HepatitisB
NEW Hep. B Vaccine Decision; Norovirus Explained; Long COVID; Contagious Illnesses Update || S6E37
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December 9, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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All Roots sites will be closed Thursday and Friday and will reopen on Monday, December 1st.

We hope you take time this break to reflect and give thanks for all that is in your life. Have a safe and healthy holdiay!🍂🦃

#RootsEmpowers #HolidaySeason #Thanksgiving
November 27, 2025 at 12:43 AM
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11/25/25 - In today’s briefing, we review Diabetes 101: Overview, Continuous Glucose Monitors, & GLP-1s; Contagious Illnesses Update

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

#RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Diabetes #Type5Diabetes #Influenza #GPL1s #Measles
Diabetes 101: Overview, Continuous Glucose Monitors, & GLP-1s; Contagious Illnesses Update || S6E37
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November 25, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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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
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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
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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
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11/11/25 - In today’s briefing, we review the SNAP Crisis; Veterans Spotlight; New Vaccine Effectiveness Data; Interstate Health Alliance

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#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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

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Tylenol & Pregnancy; Substance Use Awareness Month; Public Health Disarray & Data Blackout
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October 21, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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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