2011 Health Equity Summit Program
ArticleThe Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF), the Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations (AAPCHO) and members of the Summit Host Committee are convening the 2011 Health Equity Summit to bring together diverse communities with our nation’s experts in health care, civil rights, and government to discuss policy reforms and initiatives that…
Statement on the Tenth Anniversary of September 11 National Council of Asian Pacific Americans
NewsletterMembers of the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA) stand together on the ten-year anniversary of 9/11 to remember the tremendous loss of life that occurred on that day and to recommit ourselves to fundamental American values of civil rights, inclusion, and diversity.
A Prayer and Reflection for September 11th
Testimony and CommentsThis prayer and reflection for hope and healing was crafted by organizations committed to racial equity and social justice. It is offered for public use in worship services, meetings, remembrance events, and gatherings that will mark the 10th Anniversary of September 11th.
Participant Information Form
PresentationCapacity for Health training participants must fill out this form and email it back to c4h@apiahf.org to complete their registration.
How Data, Policies and Culture Impact Cancer in Asian Americans
WebinarThis one-hour webinar provided participants an opportunity to learn about the demographics of Asian Americans, insight on how cultural traditions influence cancer awareness and behaviors, and policies that affect Asian American populations.
How Data, Policies and Culture Impact Cancer in Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders
WebinarThis one-hour webinar provided participants an opportunity to learn about the demographics of Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, insight on how cultural traditions influence cancer awareness and behaviors, and policies that affect Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander populations.
Webinar: Developing a Quality Assurance Plan
WebinarRecording, presentation slides, and related materials for the Developing a Quality Assurance Plan webinar, which took place on September 7, 2011. This one hour webinar, hosted by Capacity for Health at APIAHF, will provide participants with the basics of developing Quality Assurance Plans, including an understanding of the key elements to include in a QA…
Health Care Reform Implementation Timeline
Fact SheetIn March 2010, President Barack Obama signed into law historic health care reform, a combination of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148) and the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (P.L. 111-152). These new laws will provide 32 million currently uninsured individuals with health insurance coverage, make health care more…
Comments on Interim Final Rule for the Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Program File Code OCIIO-9995-IFC
Testimony and CommentsThe Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) looks forward to the implementation of the federally-run Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP) program. Disproportionately high rates of cancer, diabetes, and Hepatitis B persist within Asian Americans, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) populations. Compounding these disparities, 17% of Asian Americans and 21% of…