What’s Dr. Holsey Up To?
In addition to overseeing the fulfilling work of HALO for Families, our founder also leads a vibrant life in the areas of Civic Engagement, Community Engagement, and Social Engagement; some experiences do overlap with HALO for Families functions.
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Civic
Barriers and Strategies to Improve Colorectal Cancer Screening: Insights from a National Survey of African American Clinicians
Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey is excited to share that a new publication that she contributed to is in the Journal of the National Medical Association; Barriers and Strategies to Improve Colorectal Cancer Screening: Insights from a National Survey of African American Clinicians. She's proud to have collaborated with Drs. Deogaonkar, Clare, Mosley-Nunnery, and Borum. JNMA-D-23-00547R1 [...]
Charter Member of Clay County (Florida) Alumnae Chapter
On April 26, 2024, history was made! Thirty-six distinguished women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. chartered a new chapter in Clay County, FL! We will now provide needed services to our community. Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey is a charter member of Clay County (Florida) Alumnae Chapter. Thank you, RD Amaris Johnson, for approving our application and empowering [...]
Let’s Talk About It, Rheumatic Diseases in the African American Community, A Fireside Chat
Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey moderated an engaging and informative discussion entitled "Let's Talk About It, Rheumatic Diseases in the African American Community, A Fireside Chat." ! We heard from two patients, Greta and Kishinna, who are effectively managing their lupus and RA conditions, respectively; and Dr. Hackshaw, rheumatology specialist and prolific researcher, shared important information [...]
Community
Greeks Take on Literacy for Read Across America Week – Free Press of Jacksonville
In recognition of National Literacy Week, (March 2–6), the First Coast National Panhellenic Council (FCNPHC) launched the literacy initiative titled “D9 Reads Across North Florida,” their version of Read Across America Week. The nationwide initiative designed to inspire a love of reading, particularly among children. Under the theme “Diverse & Inclusive Books,” FCNPHC members focused [...]
D9 reads across North Florida for Read Across America Week | Clay Today
National Literacy Week took place March 2–6 and aligns with Read Across America Week, a nationwide initiative designed to inspire a love of reading, particularly among children. In recognition of this important week, the First Coast National Panhellenic Council (FCNPHC) launched a new literacy initiative entitled “D9 Reads Across North Florida," our version of Read [...]
A Community Responds: Clay County Gathers for Screening of ‘The Librarians’ – Free Press of Jacksonville
More than 125 residents, community leaders, and civic advocates gathered recently in Orange Park, Florida for a community screening of The Librarians, a documentary examining the national debate over book bans and access to information in schools and libraries. The event included an Expo Hall featuring local authors Dre Griggs and Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey, followed by the [...]
Social Media
Author Spotlight
Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey was honored to be featured in her newly chartered chapter's (Clay County (FL) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.) inaugural Arts and Letters Cultural Conversations newsletter. {{ vc_btn: title=CLICK+HERE%3A+View+Inaugural+Arts+and+Letters+Cultural+Conversation+Newsletter&css=&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.linkedin.com%252Ffeed%252Fupdate%252Furn%253Ali%253Aactivity%253A7251538328494223360%252F%7Ctarget%3A_blank }}
Walking with Wisdom: Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey on Pediatric Asthma, Public Health, and Community Impact
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A Personal Head Start Story: Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey
Head Start provided a foundation for me to reach higher heights and deeper depths. I am Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey and before I attended any other educational institutions, I was a Head Start kid. I hail from Los Angeles, California; however, I resided in the Atlanta area for 15 years after I completed college. I [...]









