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Our Story. Our Health. Help Fund Our Efforts This Giving Tuesday.
Our culture has been woven into the fabric of America for centuries. Current efforts are trying to erase us, but we are not quitters. Our commitment is proof that our culture, our people and our communities cannot be erased. Juntos, no nos pueden borrar.
This holiday season, NHMA asks its members and supporters to come together and help us exceed our Giving Tuesday fundraising goal of $10,000. Visit our new site now and complete your donation before Giving Tuesday (December 2, 2025). Juntos, podemos más.
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How Is Our Story Being Deleted? And How Does the NHMA Alliance Help?
Current efforts are attacking our communities and threatening to erase our people and our culture. Whether through efforts that limit access to basic education and professional development, place restrictions on obtaining health and wellness services, or encourage persecution based on race, the advancement of Hispanic professionals is witnessing unprecedented challenges.
As NHMA's new charitable arm, the NHMA Alliance (501(c)(3)), is a mission-driven nonprofit whose work focuses on career development, leadership preparation, and educational training opportunities for college and medical students, residents, doctors and allied health care professionals. Contributions collected by the NHMA Alliance power transformative programs and campaigns that improve the lives of providers and patients.
To learn more about the NHMA Alliance, click here.
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NHMA's World AIDS Day Trivia — Wednesday, December 10!
In celebration of World AIDS Day, NHMA will be hosting a dynamic virtual trivia webinar on Wednesday, December 10. This session will spotlight the latest progress and ongoing challenges in HIV treatment, prevention methods and equitable access to care.
Join our panel of health care professionals who will lead engaging presentations, an interactive educational trivia game and a lively discussion designed to inform, motivate and empower participants.
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NHMA Florida's Inaugural Meeting!
Meet some new faces ahead of the new year at the NHMA Florida Chapter's inaugural meeting! Join an afternoon of discussions covering immunizations, early-life nutrition, complex gout care and global health. A networking session will follow!
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NHMA Pennsylvania Celebrates Years of Triumphs and Community Involvement With First Annual Gala
On Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, the National Hispanic Medical Association's (NHMA) Pennsylvania Chapter hosted an elegant celebration to highlight all of the Chapter's work and accomplishments over the last few years. This celebration saw dozens of members come together in honor of Hispanic medical excellence, enjoying local live music, food, dancing and the presentation of three inaugural awards — the Heart of Service, Bridge to Action and Catalyst for Impact — to 11 distinguished individuals who were recognized for their exemplary leadership, collaboration and transformative community engagement.
The celebrations for the NHMA Pennsylvania Chapter continued into the end of the month, as Chapter Chair Sarah Ramirez, MD, FAAFP, was formally recognized by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's House of Representatives with a citation commending Dr. Ramirez for her distinguished community work through the NHMA Pennsylvania Chapter. Dr. Ramirez and Chapter representatives were invited to the state Capitol for a formal reading of the recognition on the House floor.
"This milestone marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for NHMA PA, as I work toward deepening our engagement in state-level advocacy. I'm confident that this momentum will help us strengthen our impact and expand our reach across the Commonwealth," said Dr. Ramirez of the special recognition.
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The Big Ugly Law Is a Prescription for Disaster for Latino Communities - Congressman Raul Ruiz, MD
"This legislation includes nearly $1 trillion in cuts to Medicaid, removes Affordable Care Act subsidies, and imposes burdens like $35 per service cost-sharing, all of which will lead to..."
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The Heart of Our Communities Is at Risk -
Ilan Shapiro, MD, MBA, FAAP, FACHE
"Every morning in our community clinics, we do what many consider impossible. With limited resources and an ever-expanding set of needs, we care for..."
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Open Letter for Newsweek Collaboration
As NHMA and Newsweek En Español inch closer to officially launching a new partnership, the NHMA Communications Department believes this is a timely opportunity to elevate awareness about the intersection of energy, sustainability and public well-being.
Energy and sustainability are increasingly interdependent in shaping public health. NHMA is seeking a member to contribute an editorial letter or participate in a virtual interview that discusses sustainable health care infrastructure, climate-driven health disparities or clean energy integration in medical systems.
Interested in submitting an open letter or in participating in a virtual interview to help launch a new partnership between NHMA and Newsweek En Español? Please reach out to Felipe Rivadeneira at frivadeneira@nhmamd.org.
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New Journal of the National Hispanic Medical Association Issue Out Now: Read, Review, Write and Contribute
Volume 3, Issue 2 of the JNHMA is out now. You can read the editorial and journal articles below.
Enjoying the latest issue of the JNHMA, or have you enjoyed reading previous issues? Then you might enjoy writing or becoming a reviewer for the Journal. For more information on how to become a reviewer or on how to submit a research article, commentary, case study or editorial, please reach out to Felipe Rivadeneira at frivadeneira@nhmamd.org.
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Recognizing RSV
Have you reacquainted yourself with RSV? A congested or runny nose, sore throat and a dry cough could be a simple case of the common cold. Or, it could be RSV.
Check out our NIAC-approved, bilingual RSV fact sheet to reacquaint yourself and teach your patients what an RSV infection could look like.
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Tackling Respiratory Illness Season With NHMA
The 2025-2026 respiratory illness season is fully underway. Respiratory viruses like RSV, the flu, COVID-19 and meningitis pose a heightened threat during the cooler winter months. Prepare yourself and your patients for this respiratory illness season with the right knowledge and tools, presented by NHMA and NHMA's National Immunization Advisory Committee (NIAC).
Stay tuned for a new batch of materials being approved for release by our NIAC this week!
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HIV: Stopping a Dangerous but Preventable Disease
HIV is still a massive issue in Hispanic/Latino and minority communities. In 2023, the rate of new HIV diagnoses compared to non-Hispanic white individuals was 8.4X higher in people who identified as Black, and 5.2X higher in people who identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Visit NHMA's and CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together Campaign website to learn more about NHMA's impact on HIV in our communities, view and download culturally competent resources and stay up to date on all upcoming in-person and virtual events.
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Become a Champion Today
Hispanic and Latino communities often face unique barriers to getting vaccinated. Champions help break down those barriers by sharing trustworthy, culturally relevant resources with their families, friends and neighbors.
Join us this respiratory illness season and make a difference in your community.
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Congratulations to Dr. Robert Smith, NHMA's 2025 Membership Impact Survey Raffle Runner-Up
Dr. Robert Smith won a $100 gift card after completing the Voices of NHMA: 2025 Membership Impact Survey and entering the post-survey raffle. Dr. Smith believes NHMA is "always building and collaborating with the whole health care team," and is "leading the way in providing the care the Latino community deserves!"
- Grand Prize Winner: Esteban E.
- $250 gift card
- Runner-Up: Robert S.
- $100 gift card
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Third Prize: Manuel C.
- 10% off Membership
Thank you to everyone for participating and for entering in the raffle!
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Thanks for reading! We truly appreciate your donations this holiday season, and we hope you and your family enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving! Be sure to keep up with all NHMA happenings by following our social media accounts below.
- Felipe Rivadeneira, Digital Strategy and Multimedia Communications Manager
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