"You are often the first person to notice something, and sometimes will be the only one to do so." – Brian Randall, Kalico Forest Brian shared his story of loss with more than 100 frontline health care and public health workers at the AHW-funded Wisconsin Safe Care Summit in Appleton, organized by Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services. Brian's three-word guide for helping people affected by domestic violence is: Recognize. Respond. Refer. The full day of training focused on how to better identify cases of domestic violence and support people affected by it.

Thousands of Milwaukee-area kids on Medicaid go without the dental care they need. With help from AHW, Community Smiles Dental is working to change that, one child at a time. Learn more: youtu.be/Tk2jxNZlxrI?si=16q6…

Take a virtual coffee break with @MedicalCollege and AHW as we chat with Dr. Nita Salzman about the remarkable community of microbes living in our digestive tract, how they interact with our immune system, and the important role food and antibiotics play in shaping this complex ecosystem.

Have you ever left a doctor's appointment and realized you missed half of what was said? You're definitely not alone. Health literacy is the ability to understand and use health information to make informed decisions (for yourself or a loved one). Our latest blog shares how AHW-funded projects are making health information clearer, from a diabetes telenovela to easier-to-read prescription labels. Read more: hubs.li/Q04BQ2550

A research team at @marquette set out to break down barriers to diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder. (Specialists are often in metropolitan hubs and sometimes far from where families live.) In an AHW-supported study, primary care providers learned to use the Screening Tool for Autism in Toddlers and Young Children (STAT), a short, interactive assessment for children ages 2 to 3. They then joined a year-long learning group to discuss cases with experts. Afterward, providers reported feeling more comfortable and confident identifying autism and sharing a diagnosis with families. Read more - bit.ly/3TIaQQl

When doctors, nurses, and other health workers are supported and well, they can provide better, more compassionate patient care. The Caring for Wisconsin's Caregivers initiative, in partnership with the @drlornabreenfdn and the @WIHospitalAssn, is tackling burnout, stress, and job satisfaction through a statewide health care worker well-being program. Learn more here: bit.ly/4imL5hE

Hear Dr. Patten on Coffee Conversations with Scientists (CCWS) and learn more about what you should know about breast cancer risk, prevention and screening: bit.ly/47au449 Mark your calendar for the next CCWS episode, The Science Behind Your Body’s Microbial World, which comes out October 28.

Submit your letter of intent to apply for a $250,000 AHW Momentum Grant to improve health in your community by Oct. 26. Learn more: hubs.li/Q04zMD070

Dr. Michael Stadler, AHW's Health Workforce Well-Being Champion, shared early results from the Caring for Wisconsin's Caregivers Initiative at the Allied Associations Quality Meeting, hosted by the @WIHospitalAssn at the @MedicalCollege.

We were proud to fund a Crisis Intervention and De-escalation training for social workers today at @UWEauClaire. This evidence-based training gave students, community practitioners, and faculty tools to respond with care and calm when someone is in distress.

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Strengthen your application for AHW Momentum Grant funding! With a proposal review, AHW's grants team will provide feedback on your LOI draft prior to submission. The deadline for submitting a proposal for review is Oct. 12. Don't delay! hubs.li/Q04yfgC70

Grab you favorite mug, pour yourself a cup of joe and join us for the next Coffee Conversations with Scientists livestream: The Science Behind Breast Cancer. On Sept. 30 at 11:30 a.m., we'll chat with Caitlin Patten, MD, FACS, Oncology Surgeon and Associate Professor at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin, about what every woman should know about breast cancer risk, prevention, and screening. Together, we'll separate myth from fact, examine the role of diet and lifestyle in breast health, discuss who may be at higher risk, and review the latest evidence-based recommendations for early detection. 📺Watch live on the MCW Facebook page: hubs.li/Q04xYjqX0 #coffeeconversationswithscientists #womenshealth

Have questions about AHW's $250,000 Momentum Grants for projects supporting public health, health workforce development and biomedical research? Schedule a consultation with an member of our grants team. Reminder: Letters of Intent are due Oct. 26! hubs.li/Q04xGJWJ0

AHW Health Workforce Well-Being Landmark Initiative Champion Dr. Michael Stadler welcomes attendees to the @WIHospitalAssn Health Care Workforce Well-Being Summit in Sun Prairie. This AHW-funded initiative aims to make Wisconsin the best place for our health workforce to thrive—because a thriving workforce creates better health outcomes for all.

Are you looking for funding to fuel your work to improve health in Wisconsin? AHW Momentum Grant applications are open! AHW is accepting applications for Momentum Grants of up to $250,000. Fundable initiatives include health-focused research; community health projects; and health workforce education. Eligible applicants include Wisconsin-based nonprofits and government entities and @MedicalCollege faculty. Applications are due Monday, Oct. 26 Learn more and apply: hubs.li/Q04wXXdS0

On this week's Coffee Conversations, Sabrina Hofmeister, DO, FAAFP, Family Medicine Doctor and Associate Professor at @MedicalCollege, shared the causes of common symptoms of menopause and discussed evidence-based treatment options, creating a better understanding this natural life transition that affects every woman. Watch the video: hubs.li/Q04vqZ1Q0 #womenshealth

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We’re grateful to @DHSWI Sec. Kirsten Johnson for joining today’s AHW Grantee Learning Event at @MedicalCollege and sharing her perspective on the resources and partnerships that are working to improve lives across Wisconsin.

Add some learning to your coffee break ☕. Join AHW and @MedicalCollege as we demystify menopause, explore the science behind its symptoms and treatments, and discover how this natural transition can shape women's health, well-being, and quality of life. Watch live on MCW's Facebook page: hubs.li/Q04tx9ZX0 #CoffeeConversationsWithScientists #WomensHealth