Community health

What started as a simple event to host in the new school year has grown into a bigger show of community…

Whether it's planting a small vegetable garden on a patio or tending to a large vegetable garden, gardening has positive health effects that can improve the well-being of all Virginians. Through research-based horticultural education,…

Waukesha County declares fentanyl a community health crisis Logan Rachwal died of fentanyl poisoning last year on Valentine's Day. He is one of nearly two dozen Wisconsin residents featured in a new poster campaign - putting a face to…

African Americans are 50% less likely to access or receive palliative care than white patients due to racism, a lack of cultural understanding among physicians, and a history of distrust of the!-->!-->!-->!-->…

As gay men working in medicine, seeing the monkeypox virus spread through our community has been devastating. On July 23, the World Health Organization declared monkeypox a global health emergency. But in New York, we've…

Breastfeeding is important for babies, mothers, other birth parents and families. Many families start breastfeeding but are often unable to achieve their goals due to a lack of support. The Polk-Norman-Mahnomen…

As gay men working in medicine, seeing the monkeypox virus spread through our community has been…

The company suffered a difficult second quarter with widespread year-over-year declines.A "challenging operating dynamic" between lower than expected volume and high contract labor costs resulted in a difficult second quarter for Community…

Finding a family doctor or walk-in clinic without incredible wait times can be difficult for those living in Niagara Falls. Community health care centers and mobile apps help bridge the gap between patients and the care they need.“Our goal…

Texas Health Resources announced today that it is now accepting grant proposals for 2023-2024 to improve the health of communities in Texas. Get the latest information on…

job description Health Educator - BALSAM Community Health Program The description Purpose of the position BALM or Barnamij L-Ta'leem Sehat al-Mujtama (برنامج لتعليم صحة المجتمع - بَلسمْ) is a community-based, household-focused,…

UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WLUC) – Several health organizations have worked together to gather public opinion about health needs in the Upper Peninsula. Six Upper Peninsula Health Departments and 36 community partners announce the release of…

From the BGSU OFFICE OF MARKETING AND BRAND STRATEGY Bowling Green State University recently hired a community health educator as part of its ongoing investment in the health and well-being of students, faculty, and staff and its…

The Gary Community Partnership will be hosting its 2nd Annual Back2Health Run, Jog, 3K Walk and Community Health and Back to School Fair on Saturday, July 30 at the ArtHouse: A Social Kitchen, 411 E. 5th Ave in Gary.…

The McAllen Public Library will be hosting a Community Health Fair on Saturday, July 30, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Main Library at 4001 23rd Nolana Street and Avenue. Image for illustrative purposes- Advertising -Texas!--/noptimize-->!--noptimize-->…

Global market research examines the performance of EHR Community Health Systems 2022. It contains an in-depth analysis of the state of community health systems EHR and the competitive landscape globally. Global Community…

Estimated reading time: 3-4 minutesIt's the middle of summer, and most of…

This five-year study will determine the effectiveness of CHW-based palliative care programs in improving palliative care outcomes for African American patients with advanced illnesses. This five-year study will…

The growth rate of the Nigerian population is quite alarming and is becoming a problem as the Nigerian economy struggles to respond to the rapid population growth. In context, this uncontrolled increase is already stretching the…

Study Shows Patients With Personalized Pharmacist-Led Medication Management Programs at Federally Licensed Health Centers Effectively Manage Complex Chronic Conditions and Reduce Risk of Death by 20% FRANKLIN LAKES,…

Attachments Building strong, trusting relationships between community health workers and the communities they serve before public health emergencies can help ensure continuity of care-seeking behaviors during times…

On July 15, the Biden administration announced the formal extension of the Federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) through October 13, 2022. During PHE, state Medicaid agencies are required to maintain health care coverage. health…

International Community Health Services supports COVID-19 safety with…Minecraft! By Stacy Nguyenjournalist, designer and community member International Community Health Services (ICHS) is a nonprofit community health center that…

July 15, 2022 On a beautiful summer day under the shelter of Mount Tabor Park, community health workers in Multnomah County greet each other with hugs and happy "good mornings". For many, this is the first time they have met in person…

As the number of hospital visits increases in China, the country's basic medical institutions are seeing relatively fewer patients in comparison despite the government's efforts to promote such…

MARYLAND, July 15 - For Immediate…

By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection Community health centers are asking state and federal lawmakers for additional protections against drugmakers for drastically excluding them from a…

Reports available for Chestnut Hill, Phoenixville, Pottstown, Reading and St. Christopher's hospitalsTower Health has produced its latest set of Community Health Needs Assessments for its hospital service areas in Berks, Chester, Montgomery…

Newswise - South Side residents have added cancer and heart disease to violence prevention on their list of health priorities, according to results from the 2021-22 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) of the University of Chicago…

Community health workers carry a cooler box during a door-to-door polio vaccination campaign in Mbezi Mwisho, Dar es Salaam on May 21.ERICKY BONIPHACE/AFP/Getty ImagesRosemary Wanjiru is a community health volunteer in Kenya. Hanna…

HELENA - Lewis and Clark Public Health has just released the 2022 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). It is a collaborative effort among many local agencies to create a plan to improve community health. of Lewis and Clark County.The…

Courtesy Photo Pictured, from left, are: Brandon Kargol of U.S. Representative Jack Bergman's office; Ben Bolser, Chair of the Board of Directors of Thunder Bay Community…

The Maryland Community Health Resources Commission (CHRC) has voted to approve a total of 17 grants totaling $7.2 million to support innovative, replicable, and sustainable projects across the state that will serve…

The United Way of Lamar County will hold its first FREE Community Health Fair on tuesday july 12 to Civic Center of Love from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to over 30 vendors, speakers, live demonstrations and free screenings, there…

The Shenandoah LGBTQ Center has launched a new program aimed at improving health outcomes for the local LGBTQ+ population. The center has hired Emma Neville, MSPH, to lead its new…

Community health centers are asking state and federal lawmakers for additional protections against drugmakers for drastically excluding them from a federal drug rebate program.The 340B Drug Pricing Program…

SPRINGFIELD (WGEM) – The Illinois Public Health Association and Illinois Primary Health Care Association have helped train 650 people to become health workers in their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. These pandemic health…

CEDAR TOWN — Community members who currently benefit from the FourPoints Health Clinic in Cedar City will see an expansion of available services once the new facility is!-->!-->…

ILLINOIS (KFVS) – Formed by the Illinois Public Health Association (IPHA) and the Illinois Primary Health Care Association (IPHCA), a group of community health workers will continue to offer resources in Illinois with new support from the…

Enlarge image June 30, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE — Mikayla Britt, of Cave City, was recently hired through a partnership between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences…

Enlarge image June 30, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE — Trevor Crymes, of Mountain View, was recently hired through a partnership between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences…

Enlarge image June 30, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE — Michele Duncan was recently hired through a partnership between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Wagner's…

Pictured, left to right: Don Manley, President of the JC Breakfast Optimist Club; Susan Jagerson, Director and Grants Coordinator of Live Well Geary County; Kalli Brownlee, Director of WIC and Farmer's Market.By Dr. Ferrell MillerSusan…

CHRISTUS Health seeks to make a difference beyond hospital walls by using technology to understand the social determinants of health and the lived experiences of patients and staff.As Vice President of Community Benefits System, Health…

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Enlarge image June 28, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE — Whitney Beard, of Calico Rock, was recently hired through a partnership between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences…

Teller County Public Health and Environment (TCPHE) is excited to announce the promotion of their 2022 Community Health Assessment (CHA). In Colorado, all local public health agencies (LPHA) are required to conduct a community health…

This is part of a series of Q&A interviews with directors of Detroit nonprofits related to our Resilient Neighborhoods series. Crystal Staffney is the Deputy Director of Joy Southfield Community Development Corporation and will assume…

Thrive Alabama will host its second annual Stomp Out HIV Community Festival on Saturday, June 25 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Big Spring Park East in Huntsville. This free event features music, entertainment, food trucks, and…

Enlarge image June 24, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE — Trena Spears was recently hired through a partnership between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Palace…

Enlarge image June 24, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE - Four community health workers were recently hired as part of a partnership between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences…

BRANFORD, CT —The East Shore District Health Department, which covers Branford, East Haven and North Branford, is hiring a part-time community health worker and a full-time public health nurse. Here's what you need to know:Public Health…

TOPEKA — As a deafblind interpreter in Spain, Ton Miras Neira saw the need for more health workers focused on empowering and understanding underrepresented communities. So when Neira came to the United…

Intermountain School Clinics works in conjunction with the Salt Lake City School District to help meet the health needs of residents living in underserved areas. Although the school year is over and most students are out for summer vacation…

Enlarge image June 17, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE — Marcus Glass, of Marshall, was recently hired through a partnership between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)…

Enlarge image June 17, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE — Alexandria Renault, of Mena, was recently hired through a partnership between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences…

St. Clair County Medical Officer of Health Dr. Annette Mercatante and VIP Research and Evaluation Chair Dr. Martin Hill spoke about the county's 2021 Community Health Needs Assessment during the monthly Facebook live stream from the Health…

News Photo by Steve Schulwitz Governor Gretchen Whitmer, center, participates in a roundtable with community health services administrators from Thunder Bay in Hillman on…

On Wednesday, June 15, the Shreveport Chamber of Commerce honored David Raines Community Health Centers (DRCHC) as the recipient of the 2022 Business of the Year at the Minority Business Opportunity Awards dinner. This!-->!-->…

Sandall says CHWs will be embedded in the communities they serve and represent the diversity of those neighborhoods. Many members of the first class of CHWs have previously served as pandemic health workers who were…

SARASOTA, Fla. – The Center for Disease Control has ranked Florida among the top three states with the highest number of HIV diagnoses.The stigma, shame and taboo of an HIV diagnosis persist decades later, even with medical advances.…

Nakuru — At least 200 community health committee members in Nakuru County have been trained to improve their service delivery capacity. The Ministry of Health, World Vision Kenya and the Global Fund, in partnership with the administration…

SIOUX FALLS, SD (Dakota News Now) – The latest Sioux Falls community health report and plans for improvement have been released.Sioux Falls Health Department, Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center, Avera Heart Hospital,…

Faith Community Health was honored by the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics for its work…

By ops@our-hometown.com | on June 09, 2022 Humboldt Health Foundation HUMBOLDT - Nonprofit organizations and community groups can receive up to $15,000 for projects and programs…

The digital curriculum provides nurse educators with 16 weeks of content that aligns seamlessly with community health course curriculum standards, eliminating the need for textbooks. WATERBURY, Conn., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --…

Community Health Plan of Washington (CHPW)), Washington's managed care plan providing Apple Health (Medicaid), Medicare, and individual and family health plans, has appointed Debra Duplessis as regional director, regional systems…

June is globally recognized as Men's Health Month, with Monday June 13 starting Men's Health Week. Throughout the week and month, Oakland Community Health Network promotes awareness of men's mental health through its social media…

“Our main question since the fall has been: what is the connection between communities of color and the medical system? And, of course, there is a lot to be said,” Capotescu said. "There is a sense that trust in the medical system, in…

by Holly Fletcher The Office of Health Equity at Vanderbilt University Medical Center is highlighting community partnerships across the region to strengthen wellness as part of National Community Health Improvement Week, led by the…

ROCHESTER, Minnesota – Residents of Olmsted County are encouraged to complete the Community Health Needs…

A free community health fair will be hosted by the Self-Sufficiency Project on Thursday, June 16 from noon to 3 p.m. Representatives from local health organizations will offer current resources for the health and well-being of…

Athens Mayor Steve Patterson, left, presents a proclamation for Community Health Worker Day to Kelly Lowry, Sasha Johnson and Misty Glassburn. On Wednesday, May 25, the City…

CANADA, June 1 - Leah Hollins, Board Chair, Island Health - “Westshore…

Local health and social service agencies conduct a community health needs assessment to understand the…

CHWs are quickly recognized as essential to improving population healthwhere health services are redirecting their focus as they strive to implement the strategies set out in the Public Health 3.0 model. Community health workers (CHWs)…

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – A Community Health Fair will be held to provide information and access to resources to the citizens of Lubbock.Covenant Health will host its first Health for a Better Lubbock: Community Health Fair on Saturday, June…

Job Overview This is a superb opportunity for a development professional to be part of a team of national and international staff supporting the development, reporting and evaluation of SEED's community health program. SEED Madagascar…

Published: 05/30/2022 10:55:15 ORANGE – The Franklin County Community Health Center plans to use a $50,000 state grant to renovate the upper portion of one of its two orange buildings to create more…