City & Local

Health Equity

3 articles

Diverse group of people waiting in a crowded, underfunded community health clinic, highlighting the barriers to accessing public health services.
Services

Barriers to Accessing Local Public Health Services

From 2015 to 2018, essential local public health services received flat funding of $35.

Marco Alvarez·June 30, 2026
Pharmacist administering flu shots in a rural community pharmacy, emphasizing increased accessibility to public health services.
Community

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.

Sophie Nguyen·June 17, 2026
Diverse community members engage in local wellness activities like yoga and health screenings in a vibrant urban park, symbolizing accessible grassroots health initiatives.
Community

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.

Derek Molina·March 31, 2026