CDC YOUth Advisory Council
Health Careers High School
Our Mission
The CDC Youth Advisory Club at Health Career High School aims to collaborate as a team to enhance our community by advocating for and educating others on science-based social issues. Through partnerships within the club, we aim to make a positive impact on global public health.
Why Now?
The shifting political landscape poses significant challenges to human health and well-being. Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to unite and advocate for what truly matters. If you’re passionate about making a difference through pertinent writing and advocacy measures, join the Health Career High School Youth Advisory Council Club. Together, we’ll write effectively, ethically, and persuasively whilst also fostering creativity, collaboration, and fun.
Our Goals
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Our club provides evidence-based information about abortion access, reproductive rights, and how policies affect public health. We cover topics like the safety and medical process of abortion, state-level restrictions, health disparities in reproductive care, and the connection between bodily autonomy and well-being. By offering fact-checked resources and highlighting the lived realities of impacted communities, we aim to educate peers on how abortion restrictions threaten public health especially for youth, BIPOC, low-income individuals, and those in rural areas.
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We curate resources that explore the intersection of LGBTQIA+ rights and public health. Our materials include overviews on gender-affirming care, mental health challenges in LGBTQIA+ youth, discrimination in healthcare systems, and current legislation affecting queer communities. Through personal stories, data from trusted health organizations, and policy analysis, we aim to foster understanding and advocate for inclusive healthcare that respects and supports all identities. Equity in healthcare starts with access, safety, and dignity for everyone regardless of gender or sexuality.
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Our vaccination content tackles both the science and the social side of immunization. We share reliable information about how vaccines work, common vaccine schedules (e.g., HPV, flu, COVID-19), and the dangers of medical misinformation. We also explore why vaccine hesitancy exists and how it affects community immunity and vulnerable populations. Using CDC-backed data and engaging infographics, we aim to combat misinformation and encourage informed, science-based decisions among our peers.
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We provide digestible resources explaining what USAID does, why U.S. foreign aid matters, and how budget cuts affect healthcare systems worldwide. Our content highlights how USAID supports maternal health, HIV treatment, malaria prevention, emergency responses, and vaccine access in low- and middle-income countries. We break down funding bills, explore the global ripple effects of U.S. policy decisions, and show why youth voices are essential in supporting global solidarity and sustainable development.