Health Emergency Declaration (HED)

Vaccines are Good Social Media Posts and Assets

Education

Widespread vaccinatin can lead to the control, elimination or even global eradication of diseases. Smallpox has been erradicated and polio is close to being globally eliminated due to successful vaccination programs
By preventing bacterial infections (like certain types of pneumonia) of secondary bacterial infections that can follow viral illnesses, vaccines help reudce the overal use of antibiotics a key strategy in combating antimicrobial resistance
Improved child development and education - Healthy children miss less school, improves their academic progress and long-term economic productivity
Disease Control and Eradication - Widespread vaccinatin can lead to the control, elimination or even global eradication of diseases. Smallpox has been erradicated and polio is close to being globally eliminated due to successful vaccination programs
Vaccinating pregnant people can protect both the parent and the baby who receives protective antibodies and are vulnerable in their first months of life before they can be vaccinated themselves
When a large percentage of a community is vaccinated it slows or stops the spread of disease which provides indirect protection (Herd immunity) for those who cannot be vaccinated such as infants, the elderly or individuals with weakened immune systems
Vaccines teach the immune system to recognize and fight specific germs without the risks of a full-blown infection providing a sager and more reliabel wat to build immunity
Who is at risk for Parkinson's Disease? - Environment. Factors like head injury, pesticide exposure or stressors of military service (Like traumatic brain injury or exposure to burn pits) are associated with an increased risk of developing PD
Who is at risk for Parkinson's Disease? - Genetics. Researchers estimate about 30% of PD risk is explained by genetics. Several genes increase the risk of Parkinson's Disease (PD) but don't guarantee the disease
Disparities in Parkinson's Disease - African Americans with neurological diagnoses are less likely to see neurologists. Newly diagnosed African Americans with PD are less likely to recieve physical therapy or medications at their first appointment
Disparities in Parkinson's Disease - African Americans with Parkinson's Disease have higher rates of dementia diagnosis and lower rates of survival
Disparities in Parkinson's Disease - African Americans are less likely to receive deep brain stimulation

Outreach and Awareness

Vaccines are Good for America - Donate at tinyurl.com/bddajfv2
Vaccines are Good for America - Donate at tinyurl.com/bddajfv2
Vaccines are Good for America - Donate at tinyurl.com/bddajfv2
The Worst Flu Season in 15 Years - Reduce risk of complications
Minimize Hospitalization - Immunization significantly reduces the chances of needing urgent care of hospitalization for vaccine preventable diseases
Prevent Secondary Infections - By preventing the initial illness, vaccines help avoid secondary infections that might take hold during recovery

Immunize Now Campaign

IMMUNIZE NOW! Studies suggest that people vaccinated against COVID-19 are less likely to develop long COVID if they contract the virus
IMMUNIZE NOW! Protect against specific cancers.
IMMUNIZE NOW! Reduce overall mortality risk
IMMUNIZE NOW! - Lower stroke risk - Vaccination against influenza can also lower the risk of stroke in older adults
IMMUNIZE NOW! Prevent Serious Illness
IMMUNIZE NOW! Reduced Heart Attack Risk - Flu Vaccine in particular has been associated with lower risk of heart attack
Decreased Dementia Risk - Shingles vaccination has been linked to a reduced risk of developing dementia
Improved Cardiovascular Health - The shingles vaccine may lower the risk of other serious cardiovascular issues
Enhanced Cancer Survival Outcomes - For patients with cancer, receiving the influenza vaccine has been associated with better survival rates
Deadly Seasonal Virus - 15,000,000 sick, 7,400 deaths. Get Vaccinated
NBCI and ACHDC declare a Vaccine Flu Emergency - Get your flu vaccine shot, especially seniors and mother with dependent children
ACHDC mandates masks for ALL Black churches - achdc.net

Community Events, Vaccine Guide and Press Releases

Community Vaccine Clinic - Canaan Missionary Baptist Church, Baltimore, MD
Community Vaccine Clinic - Gethsemane Baptist Church, Washington, DC
Community Vaccine Clinic - Co-Op City Baptist Church, Bronx, NY
Vaccines are Good for America - Your Guide to Vaccines
Press Release - National Black Church Initiative Launches Its 'Immunization Now' Program
Press Release - NBCI and ACHDC Release Major Report to the HHS and Congress Concerning Vaccine Confusion