The Affordable Care Act and Beyond: Opportunities for Achieving Health Equity
Join members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, Congressional Black Caucus, Congressional Hispanic Caucus, and policymakers, policy experts, community members, and researchers to examine the roots causes of and solutions to health disparities.
When: Saturday, September 17, 2011
Time: 8 AM to 5 PM
Where: Oakland Asian Cultural Center,
388 9th Street, Suite 290, Oakland, CA, United States, 94607
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Reception to meet Dr. Asrat Mengiste, AMREF Reconstructive surgeon.
In 1957, three adventurous surgeons,among them the renowned American surgeon Dr. Tom Rees, started out with a single-engine plane and the inspired goal of bringing medical care to remote communities in Africa. They called themselves The Flying doctors of East Africa. Over the past five decades,the “Flying Doctors” have grown into AMREF,the largest Africa-based health development organization.
Join us at this informal reception, where Dr. Asrat Mengiste, Head Surgeon of the AMREF Flying Doctors,visiting from Nairobi, will talk about today’s Flying Doctor’s program, the clinical outreach, and his work in the area of cleft lip and palate surgeries.Enjoy insights and stories about the “doctors wi ... 
You do not need a special reason to give blood. You just need your own reason. Some of us give blood because we were asked by a friend. Some know that a family member or a friend might need blood some day. Some believe it is the right thing we do.
Whatever your reason, the need is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. And you will good knowing you have helped change a life. You will receive a mini physical to check your Pulse Blood pressure, Body temperature, Hemoglobin, Come prepared.
Have a light meal and plenty to drink. Bring your donor card, driver’s license or two other forms of identification. Bring the names of medications you are taking.
For more information on the upcoming event, please contact Suman Jain at s ... 
31th Asian American Expo the Largest Asian Trade Show
″Celebrating the Lunar New Year festivities, building dialogue between the booming Asian and U.S. markets, offering joy, fun and happiness to all!″
The Asian American Expo features more than 800 booths in four large exhibition halls showcasing services in financial, insurance, medical, health, foods, telecommunications, banking and much much more. Furthermore the expo boasts three separate food courts and spectacular non-stop performances on six separate stages throughout both show days.
Want to know what is in the Expo? Check this out.
When: January 14-15, 2012
Time: 10:00am – 7:00pm
Where: Pomona Fairplex, Halls # 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8
1101 W. McKinley Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768
Admission: Adults: $9.00, Seniors: $7.00 (Ages 65 and up), Ch ... 
Come celebrate the Lunar New Year with us.
The Asian American Expo features more than 800 booths in four large exhibition halls showcasing services in financial, insurance, medical, health, foods, telecommunications, banking and much much more. Furthermore the expo boasts three separate food courts and spectacular non-stop performances on six separate stages throughout both show days.
When: January 14-15, 2012
Time: 10:00am – 7:00pm
Where: Pomona Fairplex, Halls # 4, 5, 6, & 7
1101 W. McKinley Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768
Admissions: Adults: $9.00, Seniors: $7.00 (Ages 65 and up), Children: $7.00 (Ages 4 – 12)
For more info click here.
Dr. Marie Jhin, author of Asian Beauty Secrets: Ancient and Modern Tips from Japan, Korea and China discusses the history of beauty in the Far East and shares centuries-old customs and timely tips and treatments for health and beauty. Join us afterwards for refreshments and book signing – and take home a gift bag!
The Korea Society invites its members to this special free membership appreciation event. Click here to let us know you’re coming. You are welcome to bring a guest.
When: Thursday, January 19, 2012
Time: 6:30 PM
Where: The Korea Society
950 Third Avenue @ 57th Street, 8th Floor
REGISTRATION
Contact: Claudia Pak
Phone: (212) 759-7525 ext. 321.
For more info click here.
The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) National Latino Family Expo is the largest national, culturally relevant consumer fair designed to educate and inform the Latino community and others of products and services. This event provides an opportunity for corporations, agencies, organizations, and businesses to showcase products, services, and programs that positively impact the American Latino community. Unique corporate giveaways, innovative modern displays, educational activities, and live entertainment inform and inspire attendees of all ages. Attendance is free of charge and the expo is open to the general public.
Over 200 exhibitors participate and themed pavilions explore key issues within the community as well as celebrate the Latino culture.
When: July 7 – 9, 2012
Time: 10:30 ... 
