Tag Archives | Community Health Center

“Thank God! I am a survivor!”

By on April 5, 2011 in Access to Health Care, Breast Health

Irene Lopez, mother of Rosa Alcazar (Spanish Interpreter at our Southeast Health & Dental Center), found a lump in her breast 2 years ago, and today, she shares her story! “In my world, I think most people think the word cancer means death,” Irene said when talking about her experience. After discovering the lump, her [...]

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Tomorrow equals ONE YEAR for the Affordable Care Act

By on March 22, 2011 in Access to Health Care, Breast Health, Health Promotions, Homelessness, Poverty, Social Work and Family

One year ago tomorrow, President Obama signed into law the Affordable Care Act. Community Health Centers now serve 23 million patients and provide care for one-fourth of all primary care visits for low-income citizens in our country.  The Affordable Care Act has been one more step towards health centers throughout the nation caring for 40 [...]

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10 Tips to Stay Healthy On A Budget

By on January 4, 2011 in Health Promotions

You can enjoy a healthy lifestyle with a manageable amount of expense. Here are some ways to take care of your health without breaking the bank, thanks to HealthNet’s Health Promotions staff: Grow your own fruits and vegetables in your yard, patio containers, or a community garden space. Use store brand instead of name brand [...]

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Community Health Centers – More than just doctors and nurses

By on December 23, 2010 in Health Centers

The holidays always call for the same mix – great food, great company, and great family all in one place celebrating. HealthNet provides great company and great family (and sometimes great food) to all of our patients that we serve.  Specifically during the holidays, many of our Health Centers provide an atmosphere to celebrate. The [...]

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A Health Center’s Benefit

By on October 6, 2010 in Health Centers

Community health centers (CHC) are present to provide primary care and a health care home for those who are uninsured or underinsured.  These health centers provide a return on investment from the Affordable Care Act of 2010. According to the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC), by 2015, the amount of patients that receive [...]

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