Korean Health Coalition
The Korean Health Coalition identifies and addresses critical healthcare needs facing the Korean American community in the Greater New York area. By bringing together organizations and individuals with diverse expertise, the Coalition is able to take on challenges that would be difficult for any single member to address alone — achieving outcomes that are greater than the sum of their parts.
Korean Health Literacy Initiative
The Korean Health Literacy Initiative is a project of the Coalition designed to make critical healthcare information accessible and understandable for Korean American community members. Through bilingual videos, infographics, and educational materials, the initiative addresses topics of pressing concern.
Month 1 Focus (November 2025):
Lung Cancer Awareness
Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer death in the United States for both men and women. Smoking is the most common cause of lung cancer in the United States. Cigarette smoking causes 80% to 90% of lung cancer deaths, according to experts.
Learn more at the American Association for Cancer Research.
Month 2 Focus (March 2026):
Access to Health Care & Insurance
This month's focus aims to (1) increase awareness by helping community members understand available health coverage options, including Medicaid, Medicare, and marketplace plans, (2) promote equity by ensuring that underserved populations, including immigrants, seniors, and low-income families, know their rights and resources, and (3) encourage enrollment by supporting individuals and families in applying for insurance and accessing preventive or essential health services.
Access to Health Care & Insurance covers:
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Medicaid and Medicare—What's the Difference and Who Qualifies?
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Can people with disabilities receive special benefits from health insurance?
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Dental care costs are too high! Is there a way to get affordable dental care or dental insurance?
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What if I don’t qualify for insurance?
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What is Managed Long Term Care? (MLTC)?
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Learn more and find resources at KoreanHelp.org. 더 알고 싶나요? KoreanHelp.org에서 꿀팁과 유용한 정보를 모두 확인해보세요!
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