GROW PR Network September 2024 Newsletter

Community Highlights: The Alliance’s Multisectoral Retreat On September 4th, the Alliance’s Multisectoral Retreat brought together diverse stakeholders to foster collaboration and drive forward innovative contributions. The day was a blending of insightful presentations featuring the accomplishments of the Community Engagement Core, GROW PR Network, and creative activities that cemented the commitment to working together for…

Dr. Caleb Esteban Presents Key Findings on LGBTQI+ Health Disparities in Puerto Rico

Dr. Caleb Esteban, Ph.D., a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Associate Professor at Ponce Health Sciences University, recently presented preliminary findings on mental health disparities and social determinants affecting LGBTQI+ individuals in Puerto Rico. This presentation took place during a panel discussion on Health Issues Related to Sexual and Gender Diversity, organized by Waves Ahead in…

New Education and Research Program at the UPRCCC!

The University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer Center (UPRCCC) is proud to announce its second NIH-sponsored cancer training program, the Research Education Program on Microbes, Infections, and Cancer (REPMIC), funded by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) with a grant of $1,853,572. This program is designed to train young Puerto Rican researchers in topics…