Final reminder! Join us tomorrow at 2pm for a LinkedIn Chat in recognition of National Transgender HIV Testing Day! We’ll also be joined by Arianna's Place, @gateorg.bsky.social & The TransLatin@ Coalition.
Follow NHMA on LinkedIn & join us tomorrow at 2pm by clicking the link! bit.ly/aprilhivchat
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Protecting your baby goes beyond covering electric outlets. This #NationalInfantImmunizationWeek, we remind readers that the AAP recommends 9 vaccines by 9 months.
Get acquainted with HepB below, & ask your pediatrician for all 9 vaccines to keep your baby on a healthy track. #AskForVax #9by9 #NIIW
NHMA is partnering w/ TransLatin@ Coalition, a nationally recognized org advancing advocacy, empowerment & direct support for TGI communities, for our upcoming HIV LinkedIn chat!
Join us Wed., 4/22, as we center the needs + experiences of TGI communities in this convo! Join at bit.ly/aprilhivchat
NHMA expresses deep concern regarding recent developments affecting international medical graduates (IMGs) in the United States.
Swipe through and visit bit.ly/nhmaimgstatement to read our full, official statement.
Looking for insights on how to build trust in HIV care? Then you're invited to join NHMA on May 13 at 2 p.m. for an interactive webinar exploring how providers can build & sustain trust with patients living with HIV.
Get real-world, actionable insights: bit.ly/NHMAHIVPeerPanel
NHMA is proud to partner with @gateorg.bsky.social - Global Action for Trans Equality for our upcoming HIV LinkedIn chat! GATE brings critical expertise & perspective to this conversation in recognition of National Transgender HIV Testing Day.
Register & join us next Wednesday! bit.ly/aprilhivchat
The NHMA Career Center is more than a job board — it’s a network of health care innovators & changemakers.
- Upload your resume & connect with employers who value diversity.
- Explore positions across hospitals, clinics & public health systems.
Start your journey: https://careers.nhmamd.org/jobs/
NHMA members — help shape our leadership by participating in the new election process for the 2026 Board of Directors.
Members can now review nominees and conveniently cast their votes online from their member portal. Only active members are eligible to vote! bit.ly/2026nhmaelections
Flu rates are falling across the country, but some people remain more vulnerable. The flu vaccine is commonly given to pregnant women to help prevent severe illness during pregnancy, and it also provides the baby with protective antibodies.
To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/nhmarespiratoryillness
NHMA’s Bilingual Advocacy Toolkit gives members the tools and techniques needed to promote equitable vaccine access and drive change.
Check out our member-only materials and see how you can make a bigger impact for your patients and your community: https://bit.ly/nhmamaterials
Help us recognize heroes who work tirelessly to improve the health of communities and their members with NHMA's "Excellence in Community Health Impact" Award.
Nominate a physician or organization for the "Excellence in Community Health Impact" Award today: bit.ly/2026healthimpactaward
Meet Emily Cahue, a first-gen college grad from Chicago and a Class of 2026 HLDF Fellow!
Driven by her experience as the daughter of Mexican immigrants, Emily is committed to turning evidence-based knowledge into action to advance health equity & improve outcomes for all vulnerable communities.
Our 2-part CME HIV video series is on YouTube and ready for you to watch! Listen to advice from multiple HIV experts on treatment and prevention strategies, including the role CHWs and pharmacists have in helping prevent HIV and treat patients with HIV.
bit.ly/CMEpt1 | bit.ly/CMEpt2
We're proud to announce Arianna's Place as our newest partner for our bilingual LinkedIn Chat recognizing National Transgender HIV Testing Day. Their experience in uplifting & empowering LGBTQIA+ communities will help make this conversation even more impactful.
Register today! bit.ly/aprilhivchat
This is your last chance to nominate someone for an NHMA 40 Under 40 Award! 40 individuals will be awarded & recognized as community leaders at the NHMA 2026 Annual Conference this May 27-29.
Deadline is TONIGHT at 11:59 pm ET. Don't delay any further: bit.ly/202640under40
Today is your last chance to nominate an individual or chapter for one of nine NHMA awards. Learn more about each award and submit your nominations by midnight tonight! bit.ly/nhma2026awards
Nominations for the NHMA 40 Under 40 Award are due this Friday, April 3! Read the nomination and eligibility requirements and submit your nomination at: bit.ly/202640under40
Celebrate and honor the individuals making a meaningful impact within NHMA and the communities it serves. Only 2 days remain to submit nominations for our 9 award categories. Learn more and nominate today: bit.ly/nhma2026awards
Mito: La enfermedad renal siempre muestra síntomas tempranos.
Realidad: A menudo no es así.
El acceso a información precisa permite tomar mejores decisiones de salud. Aprende los hechos, conoce tu riesgo y habla con tu proveedor de salud.
#NHMAxBiogen #ConoceTusRiñones #MesDelRiñón
Myth: Kidney disease always shows symptoms early.
Fact: It often doesn’t.
Access to accurate information empowers better health decisions. Learn the facts, know your risk & start the conversation with your health care provider.
#NHMAxBiogen #KnowYourKidneys #KidneyDiseaseAwareness #NHMAKidneyMonth
Meet Daniel Torres — a first-generation college graduate from Chicago, IL, and a Class of 2026 HLDF Fellow!
With a background in biomedical research & biodefense, Daniel has studied long COVID at the NIH and supported US agencies on pandemic preparedness, emerging threats and bioterrorism response.
La enfermedad renal crónica es una preocupación creciente, especialmente en comunidades hispanas afectadas por la diabetes y la presión arterial alta.
La ERC a menudo no presenta síntomas tempranos, y detección es clave. El diagnóstico temprano puede ayudar a frenar su progresión y protegerte.
🚨 Today is the final day to apply!
Don’t miss your chance to apply for the Emerging Leaders in Dairy Nutrition Science Scholarship.
Help advance health equity in Latino communities by applying now or sharing with students in your network: bit.ly/NHMADairyScienceApp
Info: bit.ly/NHMADairyScience
Part 2 of our 2-part CME HIV webinar series took place last month, but that doesn't mean you can't rewatch it today! Both parts are available on NHMA's YouTube channel.
Watch them at your own pace and on your own time to stay informed on current leading HIV prevention strategies: bit.ly/CMEpt2
Join NHMA & partner orgs for a bilingual LinkedIn Chat on 4/22 as part of our Stronger Together Against HIV series! Community leaders & health experts will discuss barriers to HIV testing, the importance of affirming care & more. Follow today & catch the convo on 4/22 at 2 pm ET! bit.ly/nhmalinkedin
Culturally responsive primary care starts with strong leadership.
The Humana/CenterWell & NHMA Resident Physician Scholarship Program supports 7 bilingual physician residents in FL through mentorship, career development & experiential learning opportunities.
Learn more:
bit.ly/NHMAResidentScholar
Don't forget! Multiple deadlines are rapidly approaching for Conference-related submissions.
Visit bit.ly/nhma2026 to learn about the Conference, bit.ly/nhma2026awards to submit nominations for 3 award categories & bit.ly/nhma2026posters to submit a poster presentation!
Don't delay any further!
Chronic Kidney Disease is a growing concern, especially in Hispanic communities disproportionately affected by diabetes and high blood pressure.
Because CKD often has no early symptoms, screening is key. Early detection can help slow progression and protect long-term health.
#KidneyMonth
Only 3 days left to apply!
Interested in nutrition, dairy science or food systems? NHMA and NDC are awarding three scholarships to attend the 2026 NHMA Annual Conference (May 27–29) in Leesburg, VA.
Learn more: bit.ly/NHMADairyScience
Apply by this Friday: bit.ly/NHMADairyScienceApp
Visit NHMA at The NaLa Conference, which kicks off in just 4 weeks!
We will be tabling at the event from April 21–23. Stop by to speak with the team, pick up educational materials & learn more about NHMA events, including the upcoming 2026 NHMA Annual Conference.
Learn more: latinosandhiv.org