11/18/25- In today’s briefing we review, Remembering Coach John Beam; Canada Loses Measles-Free Status; Contagious Illnesses Update Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LosT... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #H3N2 #Influenza #Measles #RSV #Flu #H1N1 #FluVaccine

If you know someone in #Oakland, ages 13-26 in need of free services, send them this! 🙌🏾 At our Young People's Wellness Center, we're all about supporting our young community members with a wide variety of services, from medical to mental health! #RootsEmpowers #YouthWellness #YouthSupport

If you live or work in #EastOakland, make your voice heard! 🗣️ Join our Community Safe Keeping Meeting to discuss key issues and work on strategies to create a safer East Oakland! 📅Thursday, 11/20 | 5:30-7:30PM 📍Armstead Hall 🔗 https://ow.ly/iM4x50XqalB#EastOakland #RootsEmpowers #CommunitySafety

11/11/25 - In today’s briefing, we review the SNAP Crisis; Veterans Spotlight; New Vaccine Effectiveness Data; Interstate Health Alliance Watch now: youtube.com/watch?v=LEIF... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #VeteransDay #RSV #SNAP #Shutdown #Flu #FluVaccine

We have another hands-on class, where you can make healthy recipes you can recreate anytime at home! 📅 Sat., November 15 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 📍 1811 S. 7th St. Suite D., San Jose, CA Spots are limited: https://ow.ly/JtVb50XpyLH #RootsEmpowers #SanJoseEvents #Cooking Challenge

On November 15, we’re bringing our community together in Deep East Oakland for 40x40’s first Power Building Summit to ensure folks can stay and thrive in the neighborhood they have built. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided! RSVP here: https://ow.ly/pNQH50XkUNK

Don't miss out on our online Parenting Toolkit, Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 11 AM! We'll explore ways to build healthy relationships and boundaries for your kids! Open to all families—Sign up here: https://ow.ly/Keww50VVQFi #RootsEmpowers #ParentingToolkit #AlamedaCounty #Oakland

Black Solidarity Day is held the Monday before #ElectionDay to remind us that our vote has the power to fight injustice and bring equity! Roots has the only Ballot Drop Box in East Oakland. Make it easy and cast your mail-in ballot! #BlackSolidarityDay #Vote2025 #RootsEmpowers

Happy Black Solidarity Day! ✊🏾 At Roots, this holiday embodies the spirit with which we lead our work every day! Watch as Tim and Khariyyah discuss the rich History of #BlackSolidarityDay and share how you can participate: youtu.be/D72K37M5ljo #RootsEmpowers #BlackHistory

10/28/25 - In today’s briefing, we review Food Insecurity & Gov’t Shutdown; Black Solidarity Day; Mpox & Contagious Illnesses Update Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KnN... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Mpox #Measles #Shutdown #BlackSolidarityDay #RSV

Connect with local employers, explore opportunities and take the next step on your career journey, tomorrow at the Roots Career Fair! 📅Fri., Oct. 24 | 11AM - 4PM 📍6403 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605 Bring a friend and spread the word! #RootsEmpowers #CareerFair #Oakland

Young people in #Oakland, Roots is here for you! At our Young People’s Wellness Center, we have a wide variety of services like free medical & behavioral health and navigation services. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need support! #RootsEmpowers

If you are a mother/guardian, join our Motherhood Circle next Tuesday, October 28 at 11:30 AM on Zoom! 💻 Connect, share, and feel supported on your motherhood journey. 💕💮 Sign up here: ➡️https://ow.ly/tjnP50XbaWZ #RootsEmpowers #MotherhoodCircle #Oakland #SupportGroup

Connect with local employers, explore opportunities and take the next step on your career journey at Roots Community Health Career Fair! 📅Fri., Oct. 24 | 11AM - 4PM 📍6403 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605 Bring a friend and spread the word! #RootsEmpowers #CareerFair #Oakland

10/21/25 - In this week’s episode, we review public health updates, including data gaps, system challenges and their effects on our communities. We also look at new research on Tylenol use during pregnancy and shine a light on substance use prevention. Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8k7-...

ATTN D6 & D7 Residents! Illegal Dumping is a key public safety issue we must address. Come to the upcoming Regional Convening on Illegal Dumping! 📅 Wed., October 29 | 9AM-1PM 📍Alameda County Training and Conference Center Register now: https://ow.ly/9aJi50XcHEj

Bring your little ghouls and goblins to our 3rd Annual Trick-or-Treat at Emma Prusch Farm Park! 📅 Fri, Oct 31 | 4–7PM | 647 S King Rd, San Jose Treats, spooky-fun painting & family vibes await. 🍬✨ RSVP here: https://ow.ly/lIW750XcG0N #FallFestival #RootsEmpowers #SanJoseEvents

Help us shape the future of transpotation! 🚆 Take Alameda County's survey to share your experience and priorities to improve transportation. Survey 🔗: bit.ly/2026CTPSurvey

Join us for another hands-on cooking class, where you can make healthy recipes you can recreate anytime at home! 📅 Sat., October 18 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 📍 1811 S. 7th St. Suite D., San Jose, CA Sign up here: https://ow.ly/xHgy50X7o8H #RootsEmpowers #CookingChallenge #SanJose

Connect with local employers, explore opportunities and take the next step on your career journey at Roots Community Health Career Fair! 📅Fri., Oct. 24 | 11AM - 4PM 📍6403 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605 Bring a friend and spread the word! #RootsEmpowers #CareerFair #Oakland

TODAY!!! DROP THE DOUBT & DROP THE SQUAT!!🏋🏾‍♀️🔥 We're combining fitness and mindfulness to help you release self-doubt and boost your confidence, making you stronger, inside and out. Sign up here: https://ow.ly/YoGw50WYnjO #RootsEmpowers #FitnessClass #HealthyLifestyle #SanJose

The People's Health Briefing will not air on Tuesday, October 14. We will be back, next Tuesday, October 21 at 10am. Please check out our archives on our website for previous episodes: https://ow.ly/lH7c50X9U6W #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth

Join the 40x40 Council this Saturday at the Power Building Kick Off! 🤝🏾 Connect with neighbors and advocates. ✨ Share your hopes and dreams for Deep East Oakland. 📝 Learn about the our plan for a better community. We need you in the room. RSVP now: https://ow.ly/SOjN50X7Pas

Our Rooted in Flavor: Wellness Cooking Challenge last month went so well, we had to run it back! 👩🏾‍🍳 Join us for another hands-on class were you can make healthy recipes you can recreate anytime at home! Spots are limited: https://ow.ly/5ESa50X7ooY #Rootsempowers #CookingClass #SanJoseEvents

10/7/15 - In today's briefing, we review Gov’t Shutdown Stalls CDC Data & Telehealth for Seniors; MD Discretion for COVID Vax; Measles Update Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8Zj... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #Shutdown #Telehealth #CDPH

9/30/25 - In today’s briefing, we review Post-COVID Loss of Smell; ‘24-’25 Flu Season & Latest Vaccine; Contagious Illnesses Update Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQlU... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #FluVaccine #Influenza

9/30/25- In today’s briefing, we review Post-COVID Loss of Smell; ‘24-’25 Flu Season & Latest Vaccine; Contagious Illnesses Update Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQlU... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #FluVaccine #Influenza

9/23/25 - In today’s briefing, we review US Vaccine Panel Chaos; Promising Public Health Developments; Contagious Illnesses Update Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-4r... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #FluVaccine #Influenza #ACIP

9/16/25 - In today’s briefing, we review At-Home Flu Vax; CA's $23B Science Bond; Post-Measles Risks; Contagious Illnesses Update Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIDg... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #BayArea #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #FDA #WHO #Flu

When is the most optimal time to get the Covid vaccine? It depends! But if you haven't had covid in the last 5 months and live in the Northern hemisphere, the best time is right about now. I walk through the evidence in this week's People's Health Briefing 👇🏾

9/9/25 - In today’s briefing, we review COVID Antibodies & Booster Timing; WHO Urges Protection of CDC; Contagious Illnesses Update Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=zt62... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #Measles #COVIDVaccine #WHO #Booster

Episode 2 of Community Healing is here! Dr. Noha and Monika Scott, LMFT are back to share what Roots is doing to address community violence. They also point you to valuable online mental health resources: youtu.be/GxDgX-uc1rA #RootsEmpowers #PublicHealth #CommunityHealing

Congratulations to 3 of our incredible navigators for completing a 14-week training! They were among 60 navigators who received their certificates of completion on August 20th! This training equips them with important skills to better support the community. #RootsEmpowers #CommunityHealth

Free Air Purifiers in Oakland! 🍃 Acterra is hosting a special event tomorrow, Wednesday, September 3, at 1:30 PM at the 81st Ave Branch Oakland Library. They will be distributing free air purifiers to community members to help improve indoor air quality. See flyer for more! #RootsEmpowers

8/26/25 - In today’s briefing, we review New Vaccine Info; Public Health Crises Explained; Contagious Illnesses Update Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkiQ... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #RSV #RespiratoryIllness #Measles #FDA

Connect with neighbors, have fun with the family, & get resources at #NeighborhoodEmpowermentDay!🎉 When: Saturday, September 13 | 12:00 - 4:00 PM Where: Parker Community Resource Center We'll have food, activities & giveaways! Tickets here: ow.ly/7OTV50WJ8j5 #RootsEmpowers #NED2025 #EastOakland

8/19/25 -In today’s briefing, we review Florida Raw Milk Outbreak; New Indoor Air Quality Study; Contagious Illness Updates Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbbW... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #RSV #RawMilk #AirQuality #FoodAdvisory #FDA

What a day! We had a blast at our Back to School Health & Resource Fair.🎉📚 Thank you to everyone who showed up and helped make this day so impactful. ❤️ Our next event is Neighborhood Empowerment Day, on Saturday, September 13th! #RootsEmpowers #BacktoSchool #EastOakland

Come join us tomorrow for our #BackToSchool Health and Resource Fair! 📚 We'll have haircuts, school supplies, tons of helpful information and an amazing lineup of partners providing additional resources! All at the Parker Community Resource Center! #RootsEmpowers #Back2School #Oakland

It’s #BackToSchool season! Kick off another school year with our FREE Back to School Health & Resource Fair! 📅When: Saturday, August 16th 📍Where: 7929 Ney Ave, Oakland, CA Come out and enjoy a range of services from health screenings to educational resources!📚 #RootsEmpowers #Back2School #Oakland

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for August 11th, 2025! This Brief Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises in the United States. This week, we will discuss COVID levels and review action steps.

8/12/25 - In today’s briefing, we review COVID & Vaccines: Safeguarding Schoolkids; NEW CDC Director & Vax Panel Shake-Up Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vndj... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #RSV #RespiratoryIllness #Vaccines #ACIP

8/5/25- In today’s briefing, we review What Kindergarten Vaccine Data and Wastewater Tell Us; Contagious Illnesses Update Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUaH... #RootsEmpowers #PHB #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #COVID19 #CDC #SARSCoV2 #Wastewater #RSV #VaccineCoverage #MMR #Measles

Let's get ready for #BlackBreastfeedingWeek! Join us for Boots On The Ground: Strapped In, Laced Up & Latched On! 📅 Monday, August 25 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM 📍 On Zoom (Sign up below) Start the week with an online gathering that introduces the theme and sets the tone for the week: ow.ly/lPXG50WzIRH

Our East Oakland community was rocked when 15 yr old Derbing Jose Alvarado Gonzalez's life was tragically cut short in March. We @rootsempowers.bsky.social refuse to normalize the abnormal! We launched this new series to honor those we've lost, find ways to heal & highlight how we're fighting back.

We're pleased to share our new Community Healing series. Watch Ep. 1 with our founding CEO, Dr. Noha and behavioral health clinician Monika Scott, LMFT, as they discuss the effects of community violence, while sharing pathways to well-being. Watch here: youtube.com/live/8UUnQTf...

The People’s Health Briefing will not air on Tuesday, July 29! Stay tuned, we’ll be back on Tuesday, August 5 at 10am for the next episode. Please check out our archives for previous episodes: ow.ly/yhQ850V2fPg #RootsEmpowers #CommunityHealth #HealthEquity #PHB

It’s #BackToSchool season! Kick off another school year with our FREE Back to School Health & Resource Fair! 📅When: Saturday, August 16th 📍Where: 7929 Ney Ave, Oakland, CA Come out and enjoy a range of services from health screenings to educational resources!📚 #RootsEmpowers #Back2School #Oakland

#SaveTheDate Black Breastfeeding Week is coming!🤱🏾 We invite you to celebrate, learn, and connect as we raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding! RSVP for details: www.eventbrite.com/e/black-brea... #RootsEmpowers #BlackBreastfeedingWeek #BlackMaternalHealth