Addressing Barriers to Diabetes Management for Residents of Public HousingPublic housing residents have worse health than the general population including chronic diseases such as diabetes. Knowledge of which specific populations within public housing residents have chronic conditions is essential for health centers to implement efficient health promotion programs. In additions, adults living in communities with […]
Acting on Climate Change for a Healthier Future: The Role of Health CentersThe health community recognizes the climate crisis as an existential threat to humanity and human health, requiring immediate and effective action across all sectors. Health centers are the first point of contact intended to provide comprehensive and coordinated health services and contribute to […]
Academic Partnerships to Foster Multidirectional Learning and Reinforce our Health Center WorkforcePartnerships focusing on improving the health of individuals and communities through alliances among academic associations and health centers are essential to develop workforce innovation projects, serve as a conduit for public health workforce activities, and enhance population health education for medical, nursing, and public health students. […]
Addressing Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults Living in Public HousingThis webinar from the National Center for Health in Public Housing (NCHPH) and the National Center for Equitable Care for Elders (NCECE) reviewed the continued impact of social isolation and loneliness on the health and well-being of an aging population, particularly for those living in public housing. Addressing […]
The Impact of EHR Use on Health Center Staffing and ProductivityWith the evolution of technology and the growth of Health Center Programs in the United States, the use of Electronic Health Record (EHR) technology to improve the provision of patient care in a Health Center setting has grown tremendously in recent years. However, At least […]