Asian & Pacific Islander National Cancer Survivors Network Newsletter
NewsletterSummer 2009
Filipino Americans and Cancer Health Brief (Tagalog)
Health Brief
Filipino Americans and Cancer Health Brief (Ilocano)
Health Brief
APIAHF Chronic Diseases Program Publications
BibliographyComments on Expanding Health Care Coverage: Proposals to Provide Affordable Coverage to All Americans
Testimony and Comments
Book of Sorrows: The Impact of Tobacco Abuse – Personal Stories and Testimonies
ReportThe Book of Sorrows is a compilation of personal stories and testimonies of the impact of tobacco abuse on AAPI communities, especiallyforfamilies. Thisbookisintendedtobesharedwith communityleaders,familymembers,andpolicymakers. The individuals contributing to this book have done so in hopes that it will drive AAPI communities to promote a healthier lifestyle and understand the real impact of tobacco abuse.
Asian American & Pacific Islander Cancer Support Groups Case Study
ReportThis Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Cancer Support Groups Case Study highlights successes, challenges, and best practices for developing cancer support groups specific to AAPI ethnic communities. While there are increasing numbers of AAPI ethnic specific cancer support groups available, there has not been a publication to showcase specific support groups that are in…
California Speaks: Language Diversity and English Proficiency by Legislative District
ReportOur intended audience for this report includes community- based organizations, coalitions, policy makers and government officials working to understand and address language issues in California. We hope this analysis raises awareness and informs policy making and long-term planning to meet the needs of this population.
Breaking Through the Silence: Key Issues and Recommendations to Address HIV/AIDS Among Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the United States
ReportThis policy document is focused on breaking the silence around HIV in Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities through public health leadership and response. Readers are encouraged to use the document as a resource to begin implementation of the recommendations offered or to support the continuation and enhancement of existing policies and efforts…
HIV/AIDS Among Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
BibliographyWith the HIV/AIDS epidemic continuing to grow globally, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders (AA and NHPIs) are just as susceptible to HIV infection as any other racial or ethnic group. Even though HIV/AIDS rates among AA and NHPIs are low in comparison to other racial or ethnic groups identified as high risk populations,…