Rural Health
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SAMHSA: Meetings of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's Tribal Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC), and Joint Meeting of the TTAC and Indian Health Service (IHS) National Tribal Advisory Committee on Behavioral Health (NTAC) Federal Register

Aug 28, 2024 - The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) will hold a virtual public meeting of the Tribal Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC) on September 17, 2024. SAMHSA will also hold a joint virtual public meeting with the TTAC and Indian Health Service (IHS) National Tribal Advisory Committee on Behavioral Health (NTAC) on September 18, 2024. Meeting information Meeting information will be posted on the SAMHSA Council's website. Registration is required.

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Building Eastern North Carolina's Community Health Workforce One Haircut at a Time

Aug 26, 2024 - Provides overview of Shackle Free Buzz, a program in rural eastern North Carolina that trains barbers and beauticians as community health ambassadors. Describes the social significance of barber shops and beauty salons in many rural Black communities. Highlights various topics addressed by the program, including vaccine hesitancy, health-related social needs, and chronic disease awareness.

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