Durante la mayor parte de mi vida, he vivido en y alrededor de comunidades marginadas. Por lo cual, soy apasionada por la equidad en la atención médica. Soy la séptima de ocho hijos en una familia de estatus mixto. Mi primer idioma es el español y el color de mi piel es canela. … [Read more...]
It’s OK to Ask for Help: Financial Resources for Your Family in Colorado
I’m incredibly passionate about health care equity, having been raised in and around disenfranchised communities for the better part of my life. I’m the seventh of eight kids in a family of mixed-status. My first language is Spanish, and the color of my skin is canela, … [Read more...]
Connecting the Coloradans Most Impacted by COVID-19 to Resources
When COVID-19 first swept across the nation, dental offices were closed except for emergency services. As the only dedicated oral health funder in Colorado, Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation (DDCOF) critically evaluated their role and how to best serve Colorado amid the present … [Read more...]
A window into health disparities
As a child, my parents ensured I went to the dentist twice a year. I was lucky enough to have braces (only one round) and all of my professional employment opportunities as an adult have provided access to dental insurance. I take my oral health seriously and I know it’s a … [Read more...]
Why we Need More Oral Health Providers of Color
For generations, people of color have faced barriers in accessing health and oral health care within the U.S. As recently as the 1960’s, segregated health care facilities provided sub-par care and environments for minority patients and denied physician privileges to … [Read more...]
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