Elon University / Today in Elon / October 12 Community Health Update
A weekly update from Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley with community health information, important resources, and announcements of any protocol changes.
Dear students, teachers and staff,
Key health information in…
GISD’s PRIDE Center Supports Community Health and Adult Education | Local News
The Greenville ISD PRIDE Center held its first-ever Community Health…
Two companies offer mental health resources in Camden
This is part four of the Camden News series on mental health. This week we will focus on two locally available resources: New Haven Counseling and Tru Story Counseling.While Southern Arkansas does not have the multitude of mental health…
Mental health resources for police officers
Many officers go through their entire careers without ever firing their weapon and if they do, it is a traumatic experience.
BEAUMONT, Texas — Mental health professionals want to remind police officers and their…
How Google is improving access to mental health resources
Connect users to resources on Google Search and YouTube
Before we can connect people to timely information and resources, we need to understand their intent when they turn to search. Earlier this year, we shared our goal to automatically…
EMS Meets Community Health Needs – Saves Money | Projector
North Fork EMS continues to find innovative ways to meet the health needs of our community beyond 911…
Event to Highlight Mental Health Resources – Brainerd Dispatch
When Essentia Health conducted its Community Health Needs Assessment this spring, one area identified was our mental well-being.When people were asked to rate the number of days they had experienced "good" mental health, it was…
Nemours Children’s Health plans to open specialist care center in Malvern
By Lea MikulitchPosted: 11:56 PM EDT October 10, 2022Posted: October 10, 2022Updated: 11:46 a.m. EDT October 11, 2022
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Community Health Fair held in Fishersville
FISHERSVILLE, Va. (WHSV) - Augusta Health Faith Community Nursing Program held its first-ever Community Health Fair on Saturday at Bridge Christain Church in Fishersville. The event aimed to connect the Augusta County community to its…
Shaheen announces $2.2 million for community health projects
October 07, 2022
(Washington, DC) - US Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that the Department of Health and Human Services will provide…
Stony Brook Medicine Releases Key Survey Findings on LGBTQ+ Community Health Needs |
Study finds LI LGBTQ+ population at risk of suicide health disparities, adverse health effects
In recognition of National Coming Out Day on October 11 — which raises awareness for people who identify as…
Finance Officer at Center for Community and Health Development International (CHAD INT’L)
CHAD's knowledge of the local context and terrain has catalyzed partnerships with various reputable international and national non-governmental organizations. CHAD's wealth of experience in program design and implementation has led to…
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator at the Center for Community and Health Development…
CHAD's knowledge of the local context and terrain has catalyzed partnerships with various reputable international and national non-governmental organizations. CHAD's wealth of experience in program design and implementation has led to…
Boulder County expands mental health resources ahead of Marshall Fire anniversary
Boulder County has expanded its mental health resources in light of the upcoming one-year anniversary of the Marshall Fire.
Mental Health Partners and the Jewish Family Service will have tables in Louisville and Superior with counselors on…
Donor Teacher RequestsChoose Spike for SEL and Mental Health Resources
Sarah McMaster's Grade 4 class is unlike most.Instead of desks lined up in the same direction, it has different types of furniture for students to sit on. There are swinging stools, benches, a sofa and even a swing. It has a sensory…
🌱 Community Health Center Under Investigation + Salata Opens New Location
Hello friends! I'm back with your new edition of the Charlotte Daily, fresh off the press. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening locally, including:Atrium Health will be hosting flu shot clinics this…
State lawmakers urge better mental health resources for healthcare workers: Big Island Now
As 50 Kaiser Permanente clinicians who serve more than 260,000 patients across the islands continue an indefinite strike, 15 Hawaii state legislators on Tuesday signed a letter addressing growing challenges facing healthcare providers.…
Barragán votes to strengthen mental health resources for youth and schools – Los Angeles…
Representative Nanette Diaz Barragán (file photo)
Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44) recently voted to pass HR 7780, the Mental Health Matters Act, legislation that would increase resources to meet the growing mental health needs…
Roxbury Community Health Center receives $1 million in funding to support addiction treatment
Goss isolated himself from his family. For decades he faced the vicious cycle of incarceration and homelessness. Scouring Massachusetts Avenue for drugs seemed like the only way to cope.But after years of bouncing in and out of hospitals…
Pamplin Media Group – Forum Discusses Access to East County Mental Health Resources
Residents and elected officials discuss gaps in local mental health resources A group of residents, elected officials and mental health experts met on Friday, September 30 to discuss issues regarding mental health resources in…
Student Assembly Representatives Talk Mental Health Resources, BC Dining — The Heights
October 5, 2022 Updated on October 5, 2022 at 00:24
At their Tuesday evening meeting, Student Assembly (SA) representatives discussed what they categorized as two issues facing Boston College students: mental health and food and…
Federally Licensed Health Center One Community Health Announces Acquisition of De Las Mías Digital…
De Las Mías, a digital platform and mobile app designed by and for Latinas
Oregon-Based Community Health Center Expands Role of Community Health Workers with Acquisition of Healthy Living Digital…
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and Southwestern Health Resources Reach New Contract
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and Southwestern Health Resources settled their dispute just hours before the contract expired, providing relief to approximately 230,000 Blue Cross members in North Texas who were nearly left without their…
Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Texas Health Resources secure new agreement
The agreement means that there will be no interruption of cover for those insured by Blue Cross.
The agreement means there will be no interruption in coverage for people insured by Blue Cross who…
Under-Served Health Resources (USHR) Officially Launches First Community Campaign
Des Moines, IA, September 30, 2022 – (PR.com) – After two years of careful planning, Des Moines-based Underserved Health Resources (USHR) is officially launching its first local campaign to positively impact disparities health related to…
Reid Health Plans New Connersville Campus – Inside Indiana Business
Reid Health acquired the former Fayette Regional Health Facility in Connersville in 2019. (photo provided)
Richmond-based Reid Health is expanding its presence in Fayette County. The health system on Friday announced plans…
Van Hollen, Cardin and Mfume announce $130,000 for mental health resources at Coppin State…
September 30, 2022
U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin and Congressman Kweisi Mfume (all D-Md.) today announced federal funding of $130,190 to the Department of Health's Project School Emergency…
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher votes for legislation to increase mental health resources
Yesterday Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted for the Mental Health Matters ActHR 7780, to strengthen school-based behavioral health care, ensure access to mental health and addictions benefits for youth and adults, and help…
Stansbury Votes to Strengthen School Behavioral Health Resources for New Mexico with Mental Health…
U.S. Representative Melanie Stansbury
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WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) voted to pass the Mental Health Issues Act through the U.S. House of Representatives to address the current behavioral health…
Thumb Community Health Partnership offers a program for women
The Thumb Community Health Partnership runs a free Women 2 Women program for women with chronic conditions.The TCHP was established in 2019 to address physical and behavioral health issues in the Thumb, Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac and Tuscola…
The annual Sadie Strong Community Health and Wellness Expo will be held on Saturday
The event is free to the community and will include COVID booster shots, health screenings, flu shots, HIV testing, and health and wellness promotion resources.
BUFFALO, NY – A local non-profit organization has…
Elon University / Today in Elon / September 28 Community Health Update
A weekly update from Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley with community health information, important resources, and announcements of any protocol changes.
Dear students, teachers and staff,
Key health information in…
Meg Thee Stallion launches website for mental health resources
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Megan Thee Stallion launched a website over the weekend filled with mental health…
Collaborators Report on Successes and Challenges in Addressing Community Health Inequalities
Effective collaboration between sectors of society, such as public health, housing, transport and social services, to address health inequalities requires time, resources and expertise, as well as a shared vision between the…
Launch of mental health resources for youth and schools
Wednesday, September 28, 2022, 10:32 a.m.Press Release: New Zealand Government
The Honorable Kelvin DavisAssociate Minister for Education (Maori Education)Honorable Jan TinettiAssociate…
Health development partners mobilized to end the Ebola outbreak in Uganda – Uganda
The leadership of the Ugandan Ministry of Health, the World Health Organization (WHO) and other health partners visited the Ebola affected areas of Mubende district on September 24 to assess the health situation,…
Master of Public Health student advocates for community health as a public health ambassador
Jacqueline Clabeaux led an inclusive social media campaign on the value of exercise in public health for Association of Schools and Public Health Programs (ASPPH).
Jacqueline Clabeaux , MPH 2023Jacqueline Clabeaux, a…
Bayer Announces Additional Investment in Direct Relief Community Health Awards Program
WHIPPANY, NJ--(BUSINESS WIRE)--World Contraception Day is observed around the world to draw attention to the importance of family planning and access to birth control. To commemorate this year's celebration, Bayer is pleased to…
Your money, your health: planning your future
Global economies and health systems are still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people face new financial, mental and physical challenges. Investopedia, Verywell Health, and Parents are hosting a free conference for our…
Church On the Rock Hosts Its First Community Health Fair
TEXARKANA, Texas — Spiritual health went hand in hand with physical health Saturday at the first Church On the Rock Community Health Fair.
Fifty-five vendors from the Texarkana area gathered in the church foyer to spread information…
1st Hispanic Festival Features Community Health Resources
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) – Hundreds of Hattiesburg residents and healthcare professionals gathered Saturday for a community health event celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month.The first, "Hispanic Festival" at Hub City's East Side…
MSU students plead for more mental health resources | Local News
MANKATO — Students at Minnesota State University are calling for more…
UAMS and AFMC Partner to Provide Community Health Worker in Pike County
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September 23, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE — DeEtte McCauley was recently hired through a partnership between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and…
MSU students advocate for more mental health resources
Sept. 23 - MANKATO - Minnesota State University students are calling for more mental health resources on campus, especially after the toll the pandemic has taken on their mental health over the past two years.Student Government President…
New mental health resources discussed at SGA | New
At the Student Government Association General Meeting on Tuesday evening, Dr. Thomas Segar, IUP Vice…
Gates Foundation pledges $1.27 billion in funding for health and development
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, alongside governments, philanthropic organizations, the private sector, NGOs, and global and community leaders, this week announced commitments totaling $1.27 billion to improve and save…
BCBS Texas, Southwestern Health Resources ending in-network services October 3
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Farmers Branch Southwest Health Resources will have no network contracts with each other after October 3 without a new agreement, WFAA reported September 20.
The Dallas Morning News reported that…
Elon University / Today in Elon / September 21 Community Health Update
A weekly update from Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley with community health information, important resources, and announcements of any protocol changes.
Dear students, teachers and staff,
Key information in this…
New Collaborative Approach to Medical Officer of Health Plans
Breadcrumb Links New Local News Dr. Mario Kangeswaren, Chatham-Kent's new medical officer of health, took part in a virtual press briefing on Wednesday. (Zoom) Content of the article Convinced that…
UNITED WAY RECEIVES COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPACT GRANT FROM MICHIGAN HEALTH ENDOWNEMENT FUND
$67,420 award will support United Way's work to create and grow a network of partners who prioritize and elevate the voice of the community in solving local challenges and creating impact in Southwest Michigan .
United Way of Southwest…
Contract Dispute: Southwest Health Resources May Be Excluded from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas…
Southwestern Health Resources and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas have found themselves in another contract dispute. If the two cannot resolve the conflict by October 4, SWHR doctors may be out of the network for most BCBSTX plans.
It's…
Community Health Fair is coming to Port Huron – The Voice
Lake Huron Medical Center will host its third annual Community Health Fair free to the public on September 24.
The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the main campus of the LHMC, located at 2601 Electric Ave. in Port Huron.…
3 ways colleges can encourage students to use available mental health resources
Giving students the proper tools to effectively manage stressors is crucial to mitigating potential emergency situations.
Any campus safety strategy today must consider the mental health of students. Students on college and university…
Pamplin Media Group – Coming Soon: More Community Health Workers
The funding will help community organizations turn paid volunteers into full-time paid employees. Washington County is spending $2 million in federal funds to remove barriers to health care. The money will be split among a dozen…
The Ottawa North Community Health System is merging with Trinity Health on October 1
GRAND HAVEN — Ottawa North Community Health System will be part of Trinity Health Michigan on October 1 when the two healthcare systems close their planned merger.
Leaders announced today that they have signed a final agreement to merge…
Oakland County invests in mental health resources for students
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Oakland County is committing tens of millions of dollars to address mental health issues and learning loss caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
So far, officials have…
Cincinnati-area hospital systems now view housing as a community health need
CINCINNATI — For the first time, regional hospital systems are identifying housing as a community health need. Nearly two out of three homes are rentals in the city of Cincinnati. With soaring rents and regular evictions, researchers see…
Annual Cape Cod Community Health Center Golf Tournament Raises $83,000
BOURNE, MA – The Community Health Center hosted its 22nd annual golf tournament at Pocasset Golf Club on Monday, September 12. More than 120 golfers participated in the event, raising funds to support the community health center's mission…
SPOT: works to educate its community about mental health resources
Robyn Edie / StuffSuicide Prevention Outreach Tuatapere distributed fridge magnets so the community could easily find mental health resources.With a population of just over 500, Tuatapere, around 80km from Invercargill, is "incredibly…
Farnham Family Services Receives Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Award for Community Health –…
(Left to right) From Farnham Family Services: Mary Jo Proietta-Halpern, Director of Clinical Services; Willard Tolles, Peer Advocate; Chris Baszto, sr. Service Manager; Larry Fisher, Recovery Services Manager; Eric Bresee, Executive…
Meridian Church Hosts Community Health Fair and Blood Drive
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - El Bethel Missionary Baptist Church held a community health fair and blood drive this Saturday.The health fair and blood drive was held to honor a member of the church and to remind the public to always make their…
Community Health Care Receives National Community Health Quality Recognition | Local News
DAVENPORT - Community Health Care has received several Community Health…
“No Symptom is Too Small”: Mental Health Resources for Students Adjusting to…
BEMIDJI — Going to college can be a stressful experience for anyone, as students are faced with a new environment, new people, and a surprisingly long list of new expectations and responsibilities.While this can be exciting, it…
Community Health Care Receives National Community Health Quality Recognition
September 17 - DAVENPORT - Community Health Care has received several community health quality recognition badges from the Health Resources and Services Administration.The awards recognize winners of the health center program who have made…
New Medi-Cal benefit will resolve longstanding reimbursement inconsistencies for community health…
The addition of community health workers (CHWs) and outreach services as Medi-Cal Advantage is just part of California's larger efforts to make these services more accessible across the state, according to Carlina…
UAMS College of Public Health to Present Virtual Community Health Impact Conference, September 28-29
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Pebbles Fagan, Ph.D., MPH, co-director of the Center for Research, Health and Social Justice, is among the organizers of the upcoming Community Health Impact Conference. The…
‘It’s still so fresh’: Community health center chief speaks in Buffalo at White…
Dr. LaVonne Ansari hasn't painted a rosy picture of Buffalo's turnaround since the May 14 racially motivated mass shooting at Jefferson's Tops.Speaking at the United We Stand summit at the White House shortly before…
SA Passes Sexual Health Resource Grant Act After Public Comment, Introduces New Bill
Class president Mia Tilman '24 holds an information sheet that accompanies all medications dispensed by the student health center.
On Tuesday, September 13, the College of William & Mary Student Assembly passed three…
The organization seeks to strengthen mental health resources for veterans
A local organization called Kulak Marine Alliance of Alabama is leading the way in preventing veterans from committing suicide. In Alabama, the suicide rate for veterans is higher than the national average. The…
Miller School to study the impact of digital mental health resources in Florida high school students…
Reading time: 3 minutes The STEMSEL collaborative initiative includes mental health education for school leaders, accessing and exploring digital resources to support students' social and emotional learning.
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Arkansas Community Health Centers Choose HealthTalk AI for Patient Engagement
We needed a partner who really understands the challenges faced by health centers. - Dr. Kellee Farris, CHCA Steering Committee Chair and CEO of Lee County Cooperative Clinic…
Community health worker pay gap: Women and people of color earn less than their male and white…
A new study by PJ Maddox and Tammie Jones also found that salaries for community health workers are higher in states with certification programs.
The ability of community health workers (CHWs) to address the social determinants of health…
UK to help Liberia with health development
The Government of the United Kingdom (UK) reiterated its support for progress and democratic governance in Liberia in a statement issued today.
Mr. Neil Bradley, Ambassador to Liberia, said his country would continue to play a role in…
What mental health resources are available in Missouri schools?
Here's how a Missouri school district is making mental health support more accessible to its students.
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. – From years of COVID-19 isolation to recent mass school shootings, many school officials say…
Medical students remain a reliable fixture at downtown Albany community health event
A long-running community health event to support medically underserved populations in Albany returned this past weekend. And in keeping with tradition, medical students at Albany Medical College were very recognizable.
More than 60…
Brittany Engstrom is a Community Health Worker in the Department of Health.,
DOVER ― Bridges to Wellness, an Access Tuscarawas program, announced the placement of a new Community Health Worker within the Tuscarawas County Health Department.Brittany Engstrom, a licensed physician assistant with the Tuscarawas County…
RAO Community Health to Host ‘Care Village’ with Cabarrus County Partners
CABARRUS COUNTY, NC (WBTV) – With the slogan “It takes a village to have an impact,” RAO Community Health, in partnership with Cabarrus Health Alliance and the Boys & Girls Club of Cabarrus County, is hosting a “Care Village to help…
Community Health and Wellness Center Receives Awards
TORRINGTON — The Community Health and Wellness Center recently received two awards from the Health Resources and Services Administration, an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that oversees more than 1,300 health…