Colon Cancer Screening: Health Center Perspectives and Screening Recommendations October 2024 View Publication Medically disadvantaged communities, notably residents of public housing and the HUD-assisted are less likely than the general U.S. population to perform their colorectal cancer screening within recommended guidelines and more likely to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer. In this infographic, NCHPH will […]
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According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Resident Characteristics Report, 23% of public housing households report to have at least one person with a disability. NCHPH collaborates with federal, state and community organizations to convene and implement training and technical assistance activities that enable health centers improve access to care for people […]
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Emergency Preparedness for Residents of Public Housing April 2024 View Publication (English | Spanish) Did you know that residents of public housing are disproportionately affected by emergencies? Data indicates that they often face more adverse effects during crises. To address this issue, NCHPH has developed an informative infographic emphasizing the importance of emergency preparedness for […]
The obesity epidemic continues to dominate headlines. Obesity is a leading cause of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and stroke, and while many of these conditions occur in adults, they often begin in childhood. This September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. By knowing the facts and taking steps to help your children live […]