Beyond the toothache: How Clark County is responding to an oral health crisis
County leaders are bridging gaps in oral health by improving access, affordability, and workforce shortages through outreach, education, and partnerships.
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Dental therapy offers Michigan an innovative path to expand essential oral health care
Michigan introduces licensed dental therapists to address provider shortages, empowering students to deliver vital community care.
United Way of Clark, Champaign, and Madison Counties raises more than $1.2 million
“When community members invest in our mission, they help neighbors of all ages and backgrounds overcome barriers to stability and success. Eighty-five cents of every dollar goes directly toward meeting local needs, which allows us to deliver maximum support where it matters most.”
Golfing with purpose: The Mercy Health Foundation Golf Classic returns
“The Golf Classic has always been about community and this year, we’re taking that mission a step further by serving as a launch point for the health system’s campaign to help men own their health before it’s too late."
Mercy Health Springfield to host free skin cancer screening event
“It’s that time of year when we’re all excited to get outside and enjoy the sunshine, but it’s important to do so safely. Skin cancer remains the most common cancer in the United States, but early detection can make all the difference."
4 ways Springfield City School District helps families prepare for preschool and kindergarten
“It’s also teaching a parent how to be that first teacher. Our simple instructions allow them to work on this over the summer, so they’re much better prepared when they start school in the fall. By having some of those basic skills learned before preschool, they just do that much better.”
Park advocacy continues with $400,000 grant
The Conscious Connect CDC announced recently they were awarded a grant from the Prevention Institute to begin Phase 2 of their work addressing park inequity.
The whole family can get walk-in care for seasonal ailments at Mercy Health clinic
Walk-in care is similar to urgent care in that you don’t need an appointment, but your appointment is treated just like a primary care provider's office visit. You get the same accessibility of urgent care at a more affordable cost.
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People, Parks, Power: Organizations committed to advancing food production in Southside greenspaces
Local organizations are working to help grow food, distribute produce and provide education about growing.
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School-Based Health Center to be built on Springfield High School campus
Springfield City School District and Rocking Horse Community Health Center to expand healthcare to students and families through new School-Based Health Center.
Dental therapy offers Michigan an innovative path to expand essential oral health care
Michigan introduces licensed dental therapists to address provider shortages, empowering students to deliver vital community care.
United Way of Clark, Champaign, and Madison Counties raises more than $1.2 million
“When community members invest in our mission, they help neighbors of all ages and backgrounds overcome barriers to stability and success. Eighty-five cents of every dollar goes directly toward meeting local needs, which allows us to deliver maximum support where it matters most.”
Golfing with purpose: The Mercy Health Foundation Golf Classic returns
“The Golf Classic has always been about community and this year, we’re taking that mission a step further by serving as a launch point for the health system’s campaign to help men own their health before it’s too late."
Mercy Health Springfield to host free skin cancer screening event
“It’s that time of year when we’re all excited to get outside and enjoy the sunshine, but it’s important to do so safely. Skin cancer remains the most common cancer in the United States, but early detection can make all the difference."
4 ways Springfield City School District helps families prepare for preschool and kindergarten
“It’s also teaching a parent how to be that first teacher. Our simple instructions allow them to work on this over the summer, so they’re much better prepared when they start school in the fall. By having some of those basic skills learned before preschool, they just do that much better.”
Park advocacy continues with $400,000 grant
The Conscious Connect CDC announced recently they were awarded a grant from the Prevention Institute to begin Phase 2 of their work addressing park inequity.
The whole family can get walk-in care for seasonal ailments at Mercy Health clinic
Walk-in care is similar to urgent care in that you don’t need an appointment, but your appointment is treated just like a primary care provider's office visit. You get the same accessibility of urgent care at a more affordable cost.
Partner Partner Content People, Parks, Power: Organizations committed to advancing food production in Southside greenspaces
Local organizations are working to help grow food, distribute produce and provide education about growing.
Partner Partner Content School-Based Health Center to be built on Springfield High School campus
Springfield City School District and Rocking Horse Community Health Center to expand healthcare to students and families through new School-Based Health Center.
