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The Community Heartbeats podcast launches with a powerful first episode featuring Dr. America Bracho, founder and CEO of Latino Health Access. Hosted by Edwin, this episode takes us back to the origins of the organization, its mission, and the pivotal moments that shaped its work in the community.
Dr. Bracho shares how her early experiences in public health and Spanish-language radio uncovered deep inequalities in healthcare access for Latino communities. From a simple radio call-in show to the creation of a groundbreaking organization, this episode explores the power of community mobilization, trust, and resilience.
Listeners will learn about:
- The critical need for health services tailored to Latino communities
- How Promotores de Salud (community health workers) became a transformative force
- The challenges and victories of building a movement for health equity
- Personal insights from Dr. Bracho on leadership, balance, and self-care
This episode is more than just history—it is an inspiring look at how grassroots activism can create lasting change.
Listen now and subscribe to Community Heartbeats to hear the voices shaping healthier communities.
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