Promoting Community Health
In this episode of Plática con Café: Breaking Cycles, Erika sits down with guest Nicole Carrillo to talk about the power of substance use prevention through education, outreach, and representation.
Nicole shares her inspiring journey of being accepted to medical school and becoming part of the 2% of Latinas in medicine —a testament to breaking barriers and paving the way for others to pursue their desired path to support community health outcomes.
They dive into how individual experiences and culturally relevant support can help disrupt cycles of substance use that often impact generations, empowering communities to create healthier futures.
So, grab your cafecito (or tecito) and enjoy!
In this episode of "Plática con Café: Let's Talk About Alcohol," we dive into how alcohol impacts us. We chat about why alcohol is often the first drug people try, how easy it is to get, and its effects on different generations. We also look at drinking during the pandemic, the dangers of spiked drinks, and how alcohol affects young brains. We cover challenges young adults face, the importance of the right information, and alternatives to drinking.
Alma and Erika discuss the risks and harms of vaping, especially for children and teens. Topics include: staying in the know; the risks of vaping marijuana; healthy habits, how to get help, and other coping skills; and how to nurture an open conversation with your children.
Alma and Erika discuss the risks and harms of fentanyl and fake pills in our community. Topics include: recognizing an overdose; how to respond to an overdose, including the use of naloxone; and how to stay safe from fentanyl and fake pills.
Alma and Erika discuss the risks and harms of fentanyl and fake pills in our community. Topics include: recognizing an overdose; how to respond to an overdose, including the use of naloxone; and how to stay safe from fentanyl and fake pills.