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Calling Atlanta’s community health voices: Share your ‘Aha’ moments
This November, Healthbeat is inviting Atlanta’s public health community to step into the spotlight and share the stories that reveal why this work matters, in their own words.
Rebecca Grapevine
September 25, 2025
Hi, Atlanta!
I’m turning the tables this week and asking you to tell me your story.
Healthbeat is planning a live storytelling event featuring the voices of people working on issues related to community health in Atlanta.
Whether as an epidemiologist, nurse, researcher, social worker, volunteer, or other related work, here or abroad, we want to hear your “Aha” moments. That instant when you said to yourself, “This is why I do what I do.” A moment of clarity. A scientific breakthrough. An inspiration for a way forward. There might be hilarious moments, too.
To participate, send your written story, about 500-800 words, to [email protected] by Oct. 15. ⏳
We’ll publish the most powerful stories on Healthbeat and invite a select few of the authors to join us for a live evening of storytelling.
Save the date and reserve your seat:
7 p.m. Nov. 3 at Manuel’s Tavern.
Admission is free, but space is limited. Get your ticket now.
Storytellers chosen for the stage will receive coaching beforehand, so don’t be shy!
To refer a friend, forward this email or direct them to Healthbeat for more info. Thanks to the Georgia Health Initiative for sponsoring the event.
I can’t wait to hear your stories.
ICYMI
Here’s a recap of the latest reporting from Healthbeat:
The Grapevine 🍇
Me with Nick Hess, a volunteer for The Mad Housers, at The Supermarket on Tuesday. (E Keathley for Healthbeat)
I had an inspiring conversation Tuesday night at the Neighborhood Nexus’ Data Beer Club happy hour. Nick Hess, a longtime volunteer for nonprofit The Mad Housers, told me about the group, which builds small huts for unhoused people at homeless encampments around the city. Crucially, Nick said, the units lock, so people feel their belongings are secure. He said these tiny shelters have helped many people get started on a path out of homelessness.
And … a warm welcome to those reading today’s newsletter for the first time after signing up at the Health Connect South conference last week. It was great to meet you!
What I’m hearing from readers:
Very well written article based on facts and reporting. I appreciate this in a time when the news can be biased in one way or the other. Thanks for keeping it real and fact based, I enjoy receiving this newsletter each week!
What Do You Know?
Test your knowledge of public health topics. Today’s question:
A federal committee removed a recommendation allowing parents and pediatricians to give children a combo measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) shot for their first dose. What percentage of U.S. kids typically get that combo? |
Tell Me More
Have you tried to get an updated Covid vaccine? Tell me about it. Were you able to get the shot — and how? What barriers did you run into? Send me your news tips, too. You can reach me at [email protected] or reply to this email.
I can’t wait to hear from you.
In health,
Rebecca
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