
The Relationship Between the Health of our Planet and Social Determinants of Health
were reminded of how delicate our relationship with the planet can be. Just like the plants and animals in nature, we’re connected to the health of the land, sea and sky. Unfortunately, humans have caused damage to the environment in ways that may be irreversible.
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Black Maternal Health Week: Disparities in Healthcare and the Importance of Representation Among Providers
Health disparities, including the increased presence and severity of certain diseases and poorer health outcomes, continue to impact people in racial and ethnic minority groups in the U. S.
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Breaking the Stigma: The Power of Mental Health and Substance Use Awareness
In our society, discussions around behavioral health, substance use and mental health often carry a heavy burden of stigma which can prevent individuals from seeking help and perpetuate a cycle of suffering in silence.
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Using Data to Inform the Maternal and Infant Health Crisis
Addressing social determinants of health and providing equitable, high-quality healthcare and community-based interventions are important to reducing maternal and infant deaths, and healthyneo. org can be a helpful resource. Data available on healthyneo.
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Celebrating Black History Month and the Pioneers Who Broke Barriers to Impact Healthcare
Every February, the United States celebrates Black History Month as a time to honor and reflect on the significant achievements, sacrifices and contributions of African Americans.
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Activate Health Provider Connections to Prevent Human Trafficking
January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and this year’s theme – Activate Connections to Prevent Human Trafficking – recognizes the importance of partnerships and collaboration. Human trafficking cannot be prevented by any one individual, community, organization, or government.
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How Does CHAMPS GPO Achieve Sourcing Excellence?
Sourcing excellence is not easily achieved in today’s volatile supply chain market, and yet, CHAMPS has succeeded. How did we do it and how do we continue to deliver high quality results in ways that separate us from other GPOs?
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The Critical Role of Harm Reduction in Preventing Overdoses and Saving-Lives
WHY HARM REDUCTION IS NEEDED
The U. S. is currently in the midst of a substance use and overdose crisis, driven by synthetic opioids, many of which contain fentanyl.

What Does a CHAMPS Membership Mean for Affiliate Groups?
Does your organization have a membership base? Do you recruit other organizations to join yours to collaborate and enhance services for the communities you collectively serve? Are you looking for cost-savings opportunities to do more with less?
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