Community Health
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Pharmacies' evolving public health role: Who's watching?
In a rural county where the nearest public health clinic is an hour's drive, 85% of residents now receive their annual flu shot at their local pharmacy—a service unavailable just five years ago.
Illinois Awards $25M in Pharmacy Grants to 434 Businesses
Across Illinois, 434 independent pharmacies, spanning nearly every county, just received an identical $56,892 grant from the state.
What is a rural healthcare services and access guide?
Over 130 rural hospitals have closed since 2010, leaving millions without nearby emergency care, according to the American Hospital Association .
UPMC Children's expands rehabilitation services, enhancing patient care
Starting June 1, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh will integrate rehabilitation therapies in Washington and McMurray, bringing nationally ranked pediatric specialty care directly into local comm
Community health engagement: The challenge of measuring lasting change
In 2026, Linda Lara-Jacobo will receive a prestigious AAAS award for her work reducing health disparities.
Local clinic offers free health screening services to community
Approximately half of all patients seeking care at Remote Area Medical (RAM) clinics lack insurance, underscoring a critical gap in healthcare access.
Mobile clinics expand 2026 free health screening services access
At a recent community health fair in Northeast Houston, nearly 78% of participants reported that the lack of insurance or cost was their greatest barrier to seeing a medical provider, according to res
Beyond the Gym: How Local Wellness Programs Are Reshaping Community Health
Local wellness programs are increasingly reshaping community health by bringing accessible initiatives directly into neighborhoods. These grassroots efforts foster collective well-being beyond traditional healthcare settings.
UC San Diego Mobile Clinics Bring Free Healthcare Directly to Neighborhoods
UC San Diego Health has launched a new mobile clinics initiative, deploying medically equipped vans to provide free healthcare services directly to underserved communities.