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FL H9081
Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/11/2011
Primary Sponsor
Daphne Campbell
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AI Summary
- Honors the Haitian American Nurses Association of Florida, Inc., founded in 1984 by registered nurses Alice Casimir and Jacqueline Dasque to provide health care services to migrant workers in the Homestead area
- Recognizes the organization's role in uniting Haitian nurses, sharing professional ideas, and addressing health and welfare issues in Florida's Haitian community
- Acknowledges the association's efforts to increase enrollment of Haitian students in nursing schools through scholarships, mentoring, and community networking
- Commends the organization for providing culturally sensitive health screenings and education on high blood pressure, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, obesity, heart disease, and other health concerns through community partnerships
- Praises the association's collaborations with organizations including Miami Dade College, Miami-Dade County Health Department, Florida Heart Research Institute, and American Cancer Society
Legislative Description
Haitian American Nurses Association of Florida
Last Action
Placed on Ceremonial Resolutions Calendar - Publication only
4/14/2011
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