Disparities in the Pacific Islands are even greater once you move west. They are also part of the US family. — Dr. Neal Palafox at today's roundtable discussion.
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Pacific Islands Primary Care Assoc. is dedicated to supporting local health needs of the people of the #PacificIslands. They coordinate healthcare efforts across disciplines both inside & out. What a great example of Better Health through Better Partnerships. #BHBPpic.twitter.com/bUbsUif8o8
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30 to 40% of adults in the Pacific Islands have diabetes and two-thirds of those with diabetes are undiagnosed. — Dr. Haley Cash
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In some Pacific Island jurisdictions, average life expectancy is more than 10 years lower than mainland US. —Dr Lee Buenconsejo-Lum
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In schools, you'll find kids who have learned how to get E-cigarettes and sell them. We're even getting reports of E-cigarettes from elementary schools. -- Jessica Yamauchi
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Thank you to Pacific Islands Primary Care Assoc. for a great conversation on important issues as you work to improve health in the communities you serve.
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