Welcome to the latest AHEC Newsletter with valuable health and education information! | |  | | | Welcome to the South Texas AHEC e-Notes for April 2021 | | | | Learning Opportunities and Upcoming Events | | | |  Visit the SWB AHEC on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/southwestborder.ahec Intro to Genetic Counseling Seminar: ATTENTION ALL P.E.A.A.K.S. program students!! Join UT Health San Antonio Genetic Counselors, Emily Bereson and Rachel Wyatt and learn about genetic counselor and genetic pedigrees! Check your email for zoom link. For more information call Ilse Castro at 830.758.1111. Medical Workforce Program: CONGRATULATION TO ALL THE GRADUATES!! Commencement Ceremony is scheduled for Friday May 7, 2021, 11AM, AT THE International Center for Trade. The event will be live streamed in the City of Eagle Pass Facebook platform. JOIN US IN CONGRATULATING all the Medical Workforce Program Graduates!!    Mental Health Awareness Month: SWB AHEC Public Health Student Ambassadors in partnership with City of Eagle Pass, Elias Diaz, MFT, Karla Moreno, LPC, Miss Maverick County, Maverick County Hospital District, United Medical Centers, and Healing Hearts, will be advocating for mental health thought-out the month! Follow us on Facebook to join! See the attached calendar for more information! We will begin with a Proclamation and banner display at the Maverick County Lake May 6th, 2021 @5:30. For questions contact Ilse Castro at 830.758.1111.  College Enrichment Program: In partnership with Southwest Texas Junior College, recruitment for the College Enrichment Program has begun- The program will take place via zoom May 17-28, 2021. Students will be exposed to critical thinking, science enrichment, study and communication skills sessions. Requirements: Must be in college or university, be in good academic standing and have an interest in a health-related field. To apply scan QR code or click on the link- https://forms.gle/JMQJbLhit3NqXZ159. For questions contact Claudia Valdez, Southwest Texas Junior College Advisor, at 830.758.4100 or Mayra Gonzalez, Southwest Border AHEC, at 830.758.1111.  Health Provider Spotlight: Southwest Border Area Health Education Center (AHEC) is seeking healthcare organizations within the Southwest Border AHEC region, that would like to be featured in the Healthcare Provider Spotlight Project! The goal for the project is to identify healthcare related community resources and increase awareness about healthcare and health professions. The objective is to fill the gaps by educating our community about medical services provided by organizations and at the same time familiarize our students with career options available in healthcare. If your organization is interested in being featured, please call Ilse Castro at 830.758.1111. You may also register here: https://forms.gle/optGq7L9pVHfW7DJ8.  Southwest Border AHEC Welcomes Rogelio Almaguer, Cynthia Castillo, Martha Morales, Jackie Vasquez, Community Health Workers (CHW) to V.O.C.E.S. (Vitalizing Our Community through Education and Support)! | | | | | | | | SEMM: South Coastal AHEC continues to promote Salud En Mis Manos/Health in My Hands program in our community. The goal of the program is to educate Hispanic/Latina women on the importance of prevention and early detection of breast and cervical cancer as well as to offer women free or low-cost mammograms, pap smears, and HPV vaccines. Our community health care workers are ready and eager to provide education to all women of South Texas.     Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): The course highlights the importance of high-performance team dynamics and communication; systems of care; and recognition of and intervention in cardiopulmonary arrest, immediate post-cardiac arrest, acute dysrhythmia, stroke, and AC. Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to: - Recognize and perform early management of respiratory arrest
- Demonstrate effective communication as a member of a resuscitation team
- Recognize the impact of team dynamics on overall team performance
- Perform prompt, high-quality BLS, including prioritizing early chest compressions and integrated external (AED) use
2021 Course Dates: February 5&6 - April 2&3 - June 4&5 - August 6&7 - October 1&2 - December 3&4  CME Credits Through Cardiovascular Journal Club: South Coastal AHEC, in partnership with Christus Spohn Health Systems, is helping to provide cardiologists and other interested health care providers with an opportunity to learn about the latest evidence-based guidelines and best practices in the management of complex cardiac issues. This virtual educational activity allows medical providers from across the county to come together and share their knowledge and experiences in managing complex cardiovascular issues.  CME - 4th Annual Hospice Symposium: South Coastal AHEC, in partnership with Del Mar College will hold the 4th Annual Hospice Symposium on June 23, 2021 via Zoom. The goal of this activity is to provide both medical professionals and community members with the opportunity to learn about hospice care and the important role it plays in our health care system. The conference will feature expert presentations on a variety of topics related to including hospice and end-of-life care, palliative care, and coping/grief management strategies. 
ALSO Instructor Course: On Tuesday, May 18, 2021, SCAHEC will host its Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) Instructor Course. The ALSO Instructor course is an evidence-based, interprofessional, and multidisciplinary training program that equips the entire maternity care team with skills to effectively manage obstetric emergencies. This comprehensive course encourages a standardized team-based approach amongst physicians, residents, nurse midwives, registered nurses and other members of the maternity care team to improve patient safety and positively impact maternal outcomes.  ALSO Provider Course: On Thursday, May 20, 2021, South Coastal AHEC will host its Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) course. ALSO encourages a standardized team-based approach amongst physicians, residents, nurse midwives, registered nurses and other members of the maternity care team to improve patient safety and positively impact maternal outcomes. We have over 30 physicians registered for the course.  Monthly Food Distribution: South Coastal AHEC, in partnership with the Food Bank of Corpus Christi will hold its monthly food distribution for the residents of Orange Grove and surrounding rural areas on May 15, 2021. We are able to provide over 200 families and individuals with healthy food and various educational resources. We are grateful to all of our community partners and volunteers in helping us to make this event a success. As always, we remain diligent in ensuring that all of the necessary safety precautions are taken to protect all volunteers, staff, and the community members." 2021 Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) Medical Mission  Innovative Readiness Training: In partnership with the Department of Defense (DoD), Nueces County/Commissioner (JAG), and other community organizations, South Coastal AHEC is gearing up for the 2021 IRT Medical Mission. This event will take place June 12-24 at various sites throughout Nueces county. Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) is a collaborative program that leverages military contributions and community resources to multiply value and cost savings for participants. IRT Medical missions provide communities with various no-cost healthcare services including, medical, behavioral health, dental, optical, and veterinarian services. Care will be delivered by credentialed healthcare providers and no one will be turned away.  CME Project ECHO: Chagas Disease in the United States: "South Coastal AHEC, in partnership with Texas State University, will provide CME for a six-part ECHO series on Chagas Disease in the United States starting in May 2021. This interprofessional series provides an opportunity for health care professionals to learn from experts about various aspects of Chagas Disease and its effects on patients. This activity is led by Dr. Paula Stigler-Granados and features a panel of specialist physicians and other experts."  Back to School Events: South Coastal AHEC is back at it with the upcoming School Health Fair and Immunization Drives. Partnering with Nueces County Commissioners and Amistad Clinic, we look forward to serving our community to get a fantastic start to a new school year. More schools to come! | | | |  Texas CARES Project: Sign-up today to be a part of the Texas CARES Project, focusing on the human antibody response to COVID-19 to better understand COVID and the length of antibodies in our system. As part of the project, you will receive free three antibody tests. These will include both the total antibody test and Roche S-test looking for spike protein. You will also be required to complete brief surveys about your health overtime. All Texans between the age 5-80 are eligible to participate. You can enroll today at www.TEXASCARESPROJECT.ORG
 Diabetes Garage: REMINDER! We are inviting men 18+ with type 2 diabetes to join our next 4-week Diabetes Garage sessions to learn about diabetes management. The sessions will be taught by our Certified Diabetes Educator, Dr. Raquel Romero. All attendees who complete the 4-week workshop will receive a CRAFTSMAN® Toolbox, t-shirt and a glucometer kit. The sessions are FREE! Join TODAY!
For more information or to register, please contact Ludy Hernandez:
Call/Text: (210) 209-3302
E-mail: LudyHern@yahoo.com  WestCare Texas Blood Drive: Please consider donating blood on May 19, 2021 from 10:30am -3:30pm at WestCare Foundation located at 1023 N. Pine San Antonio, TX 78202. For your donation, you will receive a gift card. For more information contact Linda Papayanopolus at 210-224-2351 EXT 160. Be a Donor and Save a Life Today! | |  Visit the LRGV AHEC on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/lrgv.ahec Upcoming Community Health Worker Course: Certified CHW course (Spanish) coming June 2021 to register please contact Janie Escareño at juana.escareno@lrgvahec.com.  Diabetes Garage LRGV AHEC está reclutando a hombres mayores de 18 años de tu comunidad que han sido diagnosticados con diabetes tipo 2 para participar en los talleres "El Taller de la Diabetes". "El Taller De Diabetes” fue creado para proporcionar a los hombres un espacio donde puedan hablar sobre su diabetes con otros hombres y hacer preguntas sobre el manejo de su salud". (utep.edu) Esta es una forma innovadora de educar a los hombres sobre el manejo de su diabetes mediante el uso de comparaciones de mantenimiento de automóviles. Los participantes que completen las cuatro sesiones recibirán un certificado de finalización, un kit de glucómetro, una caja de herramientas de 20" y una camiseta "check engine". Por favor, comparta. "EL TALLER DE DIABETES" por ZOOM (talleres virtuales) South Central AHEC - San Antonio
Miercoles: 7, 14, 21, y 28 de Julio de 2021 (INGLÉS)
Hora: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. (CST) por ZOOM. LRGV AHEC - Harlingen
Jueves: 8, 15, 22, y 29 de Julio de 2021 (ESPAÑOL)
Hora: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. (CST) por ZOOM.
*Adjunto, LRGV AHEC, folleto en español. Regístrese y elija su fecha preferida para su taller en www.diabetesgarage.org o poniéndose en contacto en juana.escareno@lrgvahec.com. Gracias.
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LRGV AHEC is recruiting men over 18 years old from your community who have been diagnosed with diabetes type 2 to participate in "The Diabetes Garage" workshops. “The Diabetes Garage was created to provide men a space where they can talk about their diabetes with other men and ask questions about managing their health.” (utep.edu) This is an innovative way to educate men on managing their diabetes by using car maintenance comparisons. Participants who complete all four sessions will receive a certificate of completion, glucometer kit, a 20" toolbox, and a "check engine" t-shirt. Please share. "THE DIABETES GARAGE" by ZOOM (virtual workshops) South Central AHEC - San Antonio
Thursdays: July 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2021 (ENGLISH)
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. (CST) by ZOOM. LRGV AHEC - Harlingen
Thursdays: July 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2021 (SPANISH
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. (CST) by ZOOM.
*Attached LRGV AHEC Spanish flyer. Register and choose your preferred date for your workshop at www.diabetesgarage.org or by contacting at juana.escareno@lrgvahec.com. Thank you. Janie Escareño, CHW Instructor
Program Coordinator/Coordinador del Program
The Diabetes Garage®/El Taller de Diabetes®
LRGV AHEC
Harlingen, Texas
juana.escareno@lrgvahec.com
(956) 230-5144 | | | |   Attention Health Profession Students! The AHEC Scholars Program is Recruiting! *For the safety of students, community partners and staff, the AHEC Scholars Program has transitioned fully online during the COVID-19 Pandemic.* This program is an opportunity for health profession students, of all disciplines, to participate in interprofessional education (IPE) healthcare activities. Please note: we are unable to accept pre-health profession students at this time. The duration of the program is 1-2 years (depending on discipline), runs concurrently with a student’s academic curriculum, and concludes when the student graduates from their respective health profession program. In addition to educational and professional enrichment, the AHEC Scholars Program offers a $500 stipend, per year, to help offset student costs. If you are interested in applying please click here. The AHEC Scholars Program is explained in greater detail at https://stahec.uthscsa.edu/ahec-scholars. Alternatively, please contact Andrea Moreno-Vasquez by e-mail at morenovasqua@uthscsa.edu or phone: 210-450-8451, for more information. | | | | Partner Announcements   Mays Cancer Center South Texas Cancer Survey Take the Mays Cancer Center South Texas Cancer Survey and share it with your neighbors! Your voice matters and your participation helps us better serve our community. Take Survey Here | | | | | | | | | | | | | | South Texas Area Health Education Center Program Office
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