Promoting Health Equity in Native Hawaiian Communities

May is designated as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, a period dedicated to acknowledging the contributions and experiences of AANHPI communities. In this spirit of recognition, the CDC’s Project Firstline collaborates with partners such as the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) to provide healthcare workers with tailored infection control information and resources that cater to their specific community needs and preferences. This year, we had the honor of conversing with one of APIAHF’s Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) advocates, Dr. Reid Elderts, Psy.D. Dr. Elderts is a Native Hawaiian, a licensed clinical psychologist, and a member of I Ola Lāhui. He shared his valuable experiences in building…