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Read more about EmPATH Kick-Off Event

EmPATH Kick-Off Event

Jan 29, 2024

The kick-off meetings are to introduce EmPATH units to the hospitals and share best practices from experts.
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Read more about San Benito County MHSSA Site Visit

San Benito County MHSSA Site Visit

Jan 29, 2024

• WestEd update on MHSSA evaluation planning. • HCAI presentation on CYBHI Wellness Coach Certification Program. • Fresno County presentation on All-4-Youth toolkit.
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Read more about MHSSA Quarterly Collaboration Meeting

MHSSA Quarterly Collaboration Meeting

Jan 29, 2024

WestEd introductory meeting to explore grantee concerns, hopes, and questions about MHSSA evaluation.
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Read more about Legislative Health Policy Academy

Legislative Health Policy Academy

Jan 29, 2024

Executive Director Toby Ewing presented to legislative staff and third-party individuals on the Commission and its initiatives.
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Read more about Health Policy Education Institute’s “Utilizing Policy to Decrease Injury & Mortality”

Health Policy Education Institute’s “Utilizing Policy to Decrease Injury & Mortality”

Jan 29, 2024

Researcher Courtney Ackerman presented the Commission’s firearm violence project to legislative staff.
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