Five on Friday: "Public Charge" Rule Blocked

The “Weekly Win” is the final of our Five on Friday recommended reads that celebrates a victory in health justice. With frequency, we find ourselves hesitating at our “wins”; some appear more like a step forward after a giant leap back. This week, all of our Five on Friday recommendations focus on incremental improvements, course corrections, and, yes, a Weekly Win that raises a cheer, along with a moment of reflection on our present moment in history. Yet, every inch of improvement, every tiny win, can mean healthier, happier lives for millions of people -- and for this we continue to celebrate.

Jess recommended a great piece focused on the critical work of Community Health Workers and Outreach Workers in the health of communities: “A Health Breakthrough that Depends on People, Not Drugs,” from Yes! Magazine.

Jess also shared, “Bringing Fresh Produce to LA’s Corner Stores Alone Won’t Solve Food Inequality. But it’s a Start.”

Amy shared a BMJ opinion piece, which was shared by several staff members: “We Must Speak Up About Government Sanctioned Child Abuse at the US Border.”

Amy also shared,  “Honduran Mom Almost Separated From Newborn Allowed to Stay in US For Now.”

Weekly Win: Del sent around the announcement that the final injunction on the public charge rule has been stayed, meaning that the proposed public charge rule (that Migrant Clinicians Network opposes) continues to be blocked nationwide. Read more at https://protectingimmigrantfamilies.org/.

Have a safe and healthy weekend.

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