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Interfaith Public Health Network. Engaging & mobilizing faith communities to improve population health. Tweets by @Upstreaming and @kellymoltzen. #SDoH #CDoH

 New York, NY
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Joined February 2019
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KCS is offering a special Pop-Up Produce Distribution supported by NYC Dept for Aging. First-come, first-served fresh produce (up to 600 per day). • Mondays: August 3, 10, 24, 31 • 10AM – 2PM (or until supplies run out) • FUMC Parking Lot (38-24 149th St, Flushing, NY 11354)
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The MTA’s decision to allow alcohol advertising is a major challenge to the health of New Yorkers, the NYC Health Department’s goal of reducing the prevalence of chronic diseases, and our commitment to health equity.
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Advertisements for tobacco, e-cigarettes, alcohol, and high sugar foods are pervasive in neighborhoods with higher rates of chronic diseases. Noncommunicable chronic diseases are among the primary causes of illness and death in New York City. davidsandman.medium.com/not-…
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New Yorkers deserve to know what they're eating. Yesterday, we passed the Food Safety & Chemical Disclosure Act, which would strengthen transparency in our food system. I thank @AMKelles for her expertise and leadership and my colleagues in the Senate for their support.
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Replying to @BrianKavanaghNY @AMKelles
This would not have been possible without the dedicated advocacy of organizations locally and nationally, but I specifically want to thank @CSPI, @EWG, and @IPHNetwork for their insight and tireless organizing efforts.
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Image from NYS Senator Brian Kavanagh 卡范納 (@BrianKavanaghNY)
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Farmers across NY (small, mid-sized, co-ops, and family-run) deserve fair opportunities to thrive. The #GoodFoodNY Bill ensures public dollars support our local producers. 📞 Take action NOW: Call & Tweet to get it signed into law HERE ➡️win.newmode.net/newyorkstate…
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Farmers across NY—small, mid-sized, co-ops, and family-run—deserve fair opportunities to thrive. The #GoodFoodNY Bill ensures public dollars support our local producers. Take action to get it signed into law. bit.ly/GFNYaction2024
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New report from the Task Force on #FiscalPolicyForHealth, co-chaired by @MikeBloomberg, @LHSummers, and @miaamormottley: raising health taxes on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks could raise $3.7 trillion (USD) globally. Download the report today ⬇️ bit.ly/47y1xF0
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We’ve seen the harm caused by fossil fuel pollution and climate change—now it’s our turn to speak out and protect our communities. Ending fossil fuels is a new beginning for health. Join us to add your voice: ms2ch.org #ClimateWeekNYC
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Today is my six year anniversary at STAT, and while it's also my last week here, I still feel super lucky (and I'm still putting out stories!) Today is a profile of @KevinH_PhD, and stay tuned for one more feature before time is up! statnews.com/2024/09/11/ultr…
How a government scientist is pushing to supersize research into ultra-processed foods

How a government scientist is pushing to supersize research into ultra-processed foods

Kevin Hall’s research at the NIH presents an existential challenge to the food industry, but he's asking the food industry to work with him.

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Amid record-breaking temperatures, U.S. workers unite for #HeatWeek—a clarion call for every employer and elected official to prioritize workplace heat safety. "We have to keep struggling until the right to water, shade and rest is given to all workers." hubs.ly/Q02LjbZx0
US workers launch Heat Week to fight for ‘the right to water, shade and rest’

US workers launch Heat Week to fight for ‘the right to water, shade and rest’

In probably the hottest summer ever, workers are organizing in 13 cities to raise alarm about workplace heat exposure

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Aramark (valued at $8.7 billion) profits from forced labor in the US & the California Supreme Court allows it to happen. courthousenews.com/californi…—%20The%20California%20Supreme,work%20for%20a%20private%20contractor

California Supreme Court rules that county jail kitchen workers can go unpaid

Prison inmates who have been convicted of crimes must be paid a prevailing wage, but state law doesn't require county jail detainees to be paid anything.

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As a founding member of the Interfaith Campaign for Food & Nutrition Security, @IRUSAdvocacy has ensured food and nutrition security for millions. See how Qurbani, (or Udhiyah) has contributed to the end of hunger everywhere! medium.com/@interfaith_food_…
Qurbani Addresses Food Security and Religious Tradition

Qurbani Addresses Food Security and Religious Tradition

By Syed Hassan, Islamic Relief USA

medium.com
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#NYSenate Bill S4890A, sponsored by @nysenatorrivera, passed (37-19, unofficial). Requires chain restaurants to label menu items that have a high content of sodium: nysenate.gov/legislation/bil…
NY State Senate Bill 2023-S4890A

NY State Senate Bill 2023-S4890A

Requires chain restaurants to place an icon on menus next to food items that have a high content of sodium.

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JUST RELEASED: Watch a video series that highlights NYHealth grantees and partners who are increasing awareness of food planning as a tool to address food insecurity and boost local economies. nyhealthfoundation.org/resou…

What is Food Planning?

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The Interfaith Campaign for Food and Nutrition Security invites you to unite in spirit and action with members of the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian faiths as we collectively commit to eradicating food and nutrition insecurity throughout the U.S. Join us: bread-org.zoom.us/webinar/re…
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Meet Dr. Rucha Kaur, a member of the 2024–2025 Research Advisory Board! She is a social justice and public health advocate who serves as the community development director for @sikh_coalition and a founding board member for @IPHNetwork. Learn more: buff.ly/3xDqwsn
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NEW: 80 medical societies and health organizations have joined us in calling for farm policy that champions affordable, nutritious food and ensures clean air and water. Read our letter here: bit.ly/healthyfarmpolicy
Image from The Medical Society Consortium on Climate & Health (@docsforclimate)
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BEFORE THE SENATE: #NYSenate Bill S213B, sponsored by @senatormyrie, relates to food and food product advertising: nysenate.gov/legislation/bil…
NY State Senate Bill 2023-S213B

NY State Senate Bill 2023-S213B

Relates to false or misleading advertisements of food and food products; provides factors to determine whether an advertisement is false or misleading; provides for enforcement and a private right of...

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“The US needs strong regulations and laws that hold companies accountable for human rights abuses, regardless of where in the world they take place...We can’t let companies outsource abuses while continuing to profit.” #endforcedlabor CAL quoted in: bit.ly/3v7jbR6
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Live Right Now: "Empowering Eaters: Access, Affordability, Healthy Choices." 40+ incredible speakers. Watch here (till 5pm ET): youtube.com/watch?v=H1LMLdzH… Thank you Duke University for hosting us!
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