In this conversation, Dr. Huntley and Kandis Draw discuss the vital role of community health workers, particularly in the context of hospice and palliative care. Kandis shares her journey into public health, the challenges faced in engaging communities, and the importance of advocacy and policy in improving health outcomes. They explore the distinctions between hospice and palliative care, the current landscape of community health work, and the future of the profession. Kandis emphasizes the need for funding, community engagement, and the importance of being a people person in this field.

Resources

▶️ Visit the PHEC Podcast Show Notes:

https://PHECPodcast.com/

▶️ Grab Your FREE PHEC Podcast eBook:

https://mypublichealthcareer.com/

▶️ DrCHHuntley, Public Health & Epidemiology Consulting:

https://www.drchhuntley.com/consulting

▶️ Resources for Public Health Entrepreneurs

https://publichealthentrepreneurs.com/