NATIVE HEALTH - Central
4041 North Central Avenue, Building C Phoenix, Arizona 85012 P (602) 279-5262 F (602) 279-5390 Medical Hours:
Monday-Friday,
7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Same Day Medical Appointments:
Monday-Friday
7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
NATIVE HEALTH and NHW Community Health Center accepts AHCCCS (Medicaid) Health Plans including UnitedHealthCare Community Plan (formerly APIPA), Mercy Care, Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care, Health Choice, HealthNet Access, Care 1st of Arizona, Phoenix Health Plan, UA Health Plans, Bridgeway Health Solutions and American Indian Health Program. Medicare, CMDP, and many private insurance plans are accepted. Please email Amanda for additional information or you may call (602) 279-5262. Dental Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-noon 1:00-5:30 p.m. Emergency Dental Appointments:
Monday-Friday
9:00-10:00 a.m. 1:00-3:00 p.m. To make a dental appointment or if you have questions, please call Gina at (602) 279-5262 x 3402 or email Gina. AHCCCS Plans, American Indian Health Program, CMDP and private insurance plans are accepted. Reduced fees are available for adults on AHCCCS. Behavioral Health:
Monday-Friday Now accepting AHCCCS for behavioral health services. Behavioral Health Intakes are accepted on a walk-in basis, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Bring required documents and copies of court orders. NATIVE HEALTH is a provider under the Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care Regional Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA). For more information contact Janice at (602) 279-5262 x 3206 or email her. Counseling Services:- Intensive Outpatient Program
- Domestic Violence Offender Group (male and female offender)
- Women's Empowerment Group
- Anger Management Group
- Teen Anger Management Group
- Individual, family and group counseling
WIC Hours:
Central
Monday-Thursday, 8:00-5:00
Friday 7:30-4:30
ThunderCloud Optical
Mondays 9:00-3:00
Podiatry through Midwestern University
2nd and 4th Monday Mornings
Optometry through Midwestern
University
Mondays
HIV Testing - Free, rapid testing
Monday-Friday
8:00-5:00
Hepatitis C Testing - Free, rapid testing
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
8:00-5:00
AHCCCS/SNAP/TANF Enrollment Assistance
Monday-Friday
8:00-5:00, first come, first served
NHW Community Health Center 2423 W. Dunlap, Suite 140 Phoenix, Arizona 85021 P (602) 279-5351 F (602) 279-5361
Medical Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Same day appointments available. Behavioral Health Services: Monday-Friday Now accepting AHCCCS for behavioral health services. Behavioral Health intakes are by appointment and currently limited to persons wanting to participate in one the group programs. Bring required documents and copies of court orders. For information or to make an appointment contact Dr. Quintana. Counseling Services: - Individual, family and group counseling
- Domestic Violence Offender Group for women
WIC Hours: Monday/Wednesday 8:00-1:00, 2:00-5:00 p.m. Friday 7:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; 2:00-4:30 p.m. Clients who are currently scheduled may keep their appointments. ThunderCloud Optical Fridays, 9:00-3:00 Podiatry provided by Midwestern University 1st and 3rd Wednesday afternoons Optometry provided by Midwestern University Fridays HIV and Hepatitis C Testing - free, rapid testing Thursdays and Fridays 8:00-5:00 AHCCCS/SNAP/TANF Enrollment Assistance Monday-Friday First come, first served MetroCenter Information and Referral Center Off I-17 between Dunlap and Peoria 9617 N. Metro Parkway, Suite 1060 Phoenix, Arizona 85051 P (602) 618-6092 F (602) 296-0396 AHCCCS/SNAP/TANF Enrollment Assistance Available on a first come, first served basis. Call for required documents list. Monday-Friday 11:00-7:00 Saturday 10:00-7:00 Sunday 10:00-6:00 WIC Hours: Central Monday-Thursday, 8:00-5:00 Friday 7:30-4:30 PIMC-16th Street WIC Monday 9:00-6:00 Tuesday-Thursday 8:00-5:00 Friday 7:30-4:30 NHW Community Health Center Monday/Wednesday 8:00-1:00, 2:00-5:00 p.m. Friday 7:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; 2:00-4:30 p.m. Clients who are currently scheduled may keep their appointments.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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September NATIVE HEALTH Photos
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October 1 - Nonprofitology: The Pursuit of Nonprofit Excellence. Arizona Alliance of Nonprofits 2015 Annual Member Meeting. Tucson. For information click here. October 1 - Sunnyslope Youth & Family Partnership. Community Navigator Training Schedule, "Caring for the Caregivers in our Communities". Cowden Center Gym, 9202 N. 2nd Street, Phoenix. 8:00-10:00 a.m. To RSVP contact Shannon at (602) 677-7797. October 1-2 - Native American Fitness Council Functional Exercise Trainer Certification. Scholarships available. Flagstaff. For information click here. October 1-4 - Northern Navajo Nation Fair. Shiprock, New Mexico. For information click here. October 3 - Native American Recognition Days (NARD) Opening Ceremony held at NATIVE HEALTH Children's Pageant, MetroCenter Mall. 10:00 a.m. Free.
October 3 - NATIVE HEALTH's Native American Children's Pageant, MetroCenter Mall, Dillards Court, 9617 N. Metro Parkway W, Phoenix. Free. For information call (602) 279-5262 x 3109. Click here to view the website. October 3 - Annual Asthma & Allergy Conference. Banner Cardon Children's Medical Center, Mesa. CME/CEU credits. For information email Dr. Mark Brown or contact Barbara.October 6 - Phoenix Indian Center hosts the Central Intelligence Agency Career Talk. Learn about the diverse and exciting careers available at the CIA from a CIA recruiter. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Phoenix Indian Center, 4520 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. 6th Floor Conference Room. October 7 - Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care. Integrated Care Training Institute. Prescribing Essentials in Geriatric Medicine. Held at Foundation for Senior Living Caregiver House, 1201 E. Thomas. RSVP to Kat at (520) 917-9343. October 7 - Early Childhood Network Meeting. Breakfast and networking. Association for Supportive Child Care, 3910 S. Rural, Suite E, Tempe. For information call Sara at (480) 829-0500 x 1206. October 8 - Level I Trauma Center: 9th Annual EMS Conference. St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Leonard Goldman Auditorium, 350 W. Thomas, Phoenix. Fee. CEU's for EMT/Paramedics. For information call Tami at (602) 406-3157 or email her. October 8 - Cook Native American Ministries Foundation Grant Writing Workshop. Tempe, Arizona. Meals included. For information click here. October 8 - Area Agency on Aging Region III (northern Arizona) Arizona Department of Corrections Kinship Care workshop program. 9-11 a.m. at Family Resource Center in Flagstaff. Call 928-213-5255 for information. October 9 - Community Partnership Meeting. Department of Child Safety, 4635 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix. Free. For agencies and professionals. Networking. For information contact Charlotte at (602) 771-0639. October 10 - O'Odham Veterans Celebration. Lopez-Hernandez American Legion Post #95, 2256 S. 3rd Avenue, Solomon, AZ. Contact Hal at (928) 235-1980. October 10 - Chandler Indian Art Market. AJ Chandler Park, 3 S. Arizona Avenue, Chandler. Free. Call (480) 782-2214. October 10 - Miss Indian Arizona Scholarship Program. Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler. 6:30 p.m. For information call (480) 306-4533 or call the box office at (480) 782-2673. Additional information on the website. October 10 - Native American Connections Parade. 3rd Street & Oak to Steele Indian School Park. Free. Call (602) 254-3247. October 10 - NATIVE HEALTH Open House immediately following the Native American Connections Parade. NATIVE HEALTH, 4041 N. Central Avenue, Building C. Free. Free food, free drinks, free prize wheels, free photo booths, free inflatables, free flu shots with Tribal ID, and much, much more. Call (602) 279-5262 x 3109 or email Sabrina. October 11 - Native PFLAG presents "The Beauty of Coming Out" Story Telling Session. Held at Native American Connections, Urban Living on 2nd Avenue, 650 N. 2nd Avenue, Phoenix. Free. 1:00-4:00 p.m. Call (480) 766-3908. October 12-14 - Pathways into Health 8th National Conference. Seattle. October 14 - San Carlos Community Prevention Fair. 101 Medicine Way, San Carlos, Arizona. San Carlos, Arizona. Presented by Phoenix Children's Hospital and San Carlos Hospital. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. For information contact Tatum. October 14 - Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) Indian Market. PIMC, 4212 N. 16th Street, Phoenix. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Call (602) 263-1576. October 14 - Healing Racism Series: The Prison Pipeline. 6:00-8:30 p.m. Glendale Community College, SU 104, 6000 W. Olive, Glendale. To register click here. October 15 - City of Phoenix Neighborhood College. 2015 Landlord/Tenant Workshops. Saguaro Library, 2808 N. 46th Street, Phx. 6:00-9:00 p.m. RSVP to (602) 534-4444 x 4. October 15 - Area Agency on Aging Region III (Northern Arizona) 24th Annual Elder Issues Conference. For information call (877) 521-3500. October 15 - Area Agency on Aging Region III (Northern Arizona) Arizona Department of Child Safety Kinship Care workshop program. 9-11 a.m. at Family Resource Center in Flagstaff. Call (928) 213-5255 for information. October 15 - Wear Purple Day. Wear purple to show your support for victims and survivors of violence in honor of Domestic Violence Month. October 15 - St. Luke's Health Initiatives Technical Assistance Partnership: Reclaim Your Power- Effectively Manage Your Time and Resources. Free. 8:30-11:30 a.m. RSVP by 10/9. Networking and relationship building and mentorship. Meeting held at Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS, Central, Phoenix. To register or for more information click here. October 15-16 - Inaugural National Conference on Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia in Native American Communities: Impact, Issues and Next Steps, Scottsdale, Arizona. Banner Alzheimer's Institute Native American Program. CME/CEU's. For information click here. October 15-18 - 47th Annual Western Navajo Fair., "Strength to Overcome the Impossible". Tuba City, Arizona. For more information click here. October 16 - Southwest American Indian Rainbow Gathering. 1st Congregational United Church of Christ, 1407 N. 2nd Street, Phoenix. Free. (602) 803-3907. October 17 - Reimagine PHX Guru Workshop Series, Intro to Recycling, Reduction and Reusing- Consuming Responsibly. 4:00-6:00 p.m. To register click here. October 17 - 35th Annual Miss Native American University of Arizona Pageant. 4:00-7:00 p.m. UA Student Union Memorial Center Grand Ballroom, Tucson. October 20 - Native American Service Center Fall Festival, 4520 N. Central Avenue. 3:00-6:00 p.m. Free. (602) 254-3247. October 22-23 - 2015 Annual Membership Conference. Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association. Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, Marana, Arizona. For information call (602) 445-4300. October 22-23 - 8th Annual Suicide Prevention Hope Conference. Black Canyon Conference Center, 9440 N. 25th Avenue, Phoenix. For information click here. October 22 - Guadalupe Prevention Partnership. 11:30 a.m. Pascua Yaqui Tribal Building. For information contact Vanessa. October 23 - Navajo Nation Law CLE Conference. Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Armstrong Hall, ASU, Tempe. For information call Danielle at (480) 965-2922. October 23-25 - 32nd Annual Roy Track Memorial Mesa Pow Wow. Pioneer Park, 525 E. Main Street, Mesa. Free. (602) 799-0260. October 24 - 1st Anniversary Celebration - Island Liaison. Dinner, entertainment and more. Fee. 5:00 p.m. 4119 E. Monte Vista, Phoenix. For information check the website. October 24 - Arizona Summit on Women and Families. Organized by Asian Pacific Community in Action. 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 4520 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. 6th Floor Conference Room. Call (602) 621-1204 or email Lloyd. October 24 - Touchstone Behavioral Health 13th Annual Family Fun and Wellness Fair. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Pendergast Community Center, 10550 W. Mariposa, Phoenix. Free games, prizes, raffles. NATIVE HEALTH will be providing fluoride varnish.
October 25 - Phoenix AIDS Walk Arizona and 5K Run. CityScape Phoenix. NATIVE HEALTH is hosting "NATIVE HEALTH's inHarmony Walkers" at this event. For information click here. October 28 - Adolescent Summit. Maricopa County Department of Public Health. Connecting Hope: Creating Success for Adolescents through Action. Free. Phoenix Airport Marriott. For information or to register click here. October 28 - 3rd Annual Domestic Violence Symposium presented by South Phoenix Healthy Start. Kroc Center, 1375 E. Broadway, Phoenix. For information call (602) 304-1166. October 28 - 17th Annual PIMC Women's Expo. Phoenix Indian Medical Center, 4212 N. 16th Street. Phoenix. Free. 9:00 a.m.-noon. (602) 263-1200 x 1886. October 29 - Arizona Health Equity Conference, "Building Bridges: Connecting Communities in Research, Practice, and Policy" at the Desert Willow Conference Center, Phoenix. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. For information click here. October 29 - 4th Annual Red Ribbon & Domestic Violence Awareness Night Spooktacular. Guadalupe Mercado, 5:30-8:00 p.m. Costume Contest. Hosted by the Guadalupe Prevention Partnership and the Pascua Yaqui Tribe Victim Services Department. October 30-31 - Colon Cancer Alliance's Live Your Best Life National Conference. Presentations from 16 national experts on the latest advances in colon cancer prevention, treatment and survivorship. Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel, 50 E. Adams, Phoenix. Fee. To register check the website or call (202) 628-0123 x 141. November 3 - Grant Writing Workshop. Partnership for Native American Cancer Prevention with Susan G. Komen Southern Arizona Foundation. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Training held at Native American Research & Training Center, Tucson. Cancer grant opportunity to build cancer community capacity while adhering to principles of community based participatory research. For information or to RSVP contact Amanda at (520) 621-3281 or email her. November 4-5 - 11th Annual San Carlos Apache Women's Conference. Apache Gold Casino and Resort, San Carlos, Arizona. Fee. For information call (928) 200-0896 or (928) 475-3237. November 4-6 - 12th Annual National Native American "Fatherhood is Leadership" Conference. Phoenix Marriot Mesa Hotel and Convention Center, Mesa. For information call (480) 833-5007 or check the website. November 5-6 - Arizona Summit on Volunteerism and Service Learning. ASU West Campus, Glendale. For information check the website. November 6 - Promoting Healthy Communities for the Next Generation. Inter Tribal Council of Arizona. Health Promotions Program is collaborating with Arizona Department of Health Services, I.H.S. and UNITY to reduce sexually transmitted infections among Native American youth in Arizona. 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Free. Doubletree Hilton, Tempe. For information click here. November 7 - Maricopa County Department of Public Health - Point of Dispensation (POD) Training. 8:00 a.m.-noon. For information email Jennifer. November 7 - 10th Annual Navajo Rug and Art Auction. Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington, Phoenix. 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Free. (602) 495-0901. November 7 - 21st Annual Josiah N. Moore Memorial Scholarship Benefit Dinner. Old Main at ASU in Tempe. For information contact Lei-Lani. November 7 - 15th Annual Veteran's Day Weekend Traditional Pow Wow. 11:00 a.m. -10 p.m. ASU West, 4710 W. Thunderbird Road, Glendale. Free. (602) 543-5300. November 7-8 - Red Mountain Eagle Pow Wow. Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. November 7-8 - An Educational Symposium for Professionals: Comprehensive Approach to the Care of Gender Non-Conforming Children, Transgender Youth, and Young Adults. Banner University Medical Center, Tucson. For information or to register call Aydin at (818) 850-2029. November 8 - 2015 Veterans Day Tribute & Dinner. 5:00 p.m outdoor ceremony. 6:30 ticketed dinner. For information check their website. November 8 - American Indian Veteran's Sunset Tribute. Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. 5:00 p.m. Free. (602) 252-8840. November 10 - Movie Screening and Reception "We Still Live Here: As Nutayunean" Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law Indian Legal Program, ASU. 5:15 p.m. Armstrong Hall/Great Hall, 1100 S. McAllister Avenue, Tempe. Parking fee. Free admission. (480) 965-2922. November 11 - Veteran's Day Gourd Dance. Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington, Phoenix. 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Free. (602) 495-0901 November 12 - Arizona Statewide Fall Prevention Coalition Meeting. Arizona Department of Health Services, 150 N. 17th Avenue, Suite 540, Phoenix. Free parking. 10:00 a.m. For information email Anna. November 13 - 2015 Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Interactive Map View Training. Demographic mapping tool. Free. For information click here. November 14 - Phoenix Suns Native American Heritage Night. 7:00 p.m. Fee. November 14 - Cherokee Nation Annual Picnic. Sponsored by Valley of the Sun Cherokees and Cherokee Nation CCO and CNCA. Red Mountain Park, 7745 E. Brown, Mesa. New photo ID's available. Visit with Principal Chief Baker. Potluck. 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. For information contact Linda. November 14 - NATIVE HEALTH's Wellness Warriors Bike Rodeo. 9:00 a.m. See article at right. NATIVE HEALTH, 4041 N. Central Avenue, Building C, Phoenix. Free admission. (602) 279-5262.
November 14 - Keep Phoenix Beautiful Day. Volunteer opportunities. For more information or to register click here. November 17 - TBI 404 Cognitive Interventions after Brain Injury or Neuro-Impairment. Hosted by Pinal ESA-Florence Administration Center, Florence. 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Free but pre-requisite required. For information contact Jeannette at (602) 542-3855 at Arizona Department of Education. November 19 - Economic Justice, Advocacy and Survivor Empowerment. Free four hour training. Training will offer resources and tools for advocates to help survivors. For information click here. November 19 - Great American Smoke Out. Phoenix Indian Medical Center, 4212 N. 16th Street, Phoenix. 9:00 a.m.-noon. Free. (602) 248-4195. November 19 - Arizona American Indian Excellence in Leadership Awards presented by Phoenix Indian Center. Scottsdale Plaza Resort, Scottsdale. Fee. 5:00 p.m. (602) 264-6768. November 21 - Re-imagine PHX Guru Workshop Series, Intro to Upcycling- Turning Trash into Resources. 4:00-6:00 p.m. To register click here. November 21 - Taking Control of Your Diabetes Conference. Renaissance Glendale Hotel, Glendale, Arizona. Fee. For patients. Separate track for CME's and CEU's. For information check the website. November 21 - Valley of the Sun Cherokees Scholarship Workshop. Presented by Cara Cowan Watts. Scholarship workshop, focus on Tribal citizens, how to find and apply for scholarships. Native American Community Service Center, 4520 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. 10:00 a.m.-noon. For information contact Linda. November 22 - Phoenix AISES Golf Tournament. Whirlwind Golf Club. For information check the website. November 28 - 16th Annual American Indian Children's Holiday Toy Drive. Arizona Science Center, Phoenix. 6:00-9:00 p.m. Free admission to the Science Center with a new, unwrapped toy.
Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH.
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The fall is an exciting time at NATIVE HEALTH! Last month the Board of Directors hosted the fundraising event, Laughter is the Best Medicine. The sold out event was an absolute success. The proceeds are for the Emergency Assistance Fund. See the article below for more information. NATIVE HEALTH was also visited by the Health and Human Services Region IX Director, Melissa Stafford Jones. NATIVE HEALTH was nominated by the Arizona Public Health Association for the Commitment to Underserved. We also had a commercial and video shoot!
On September 15, 2015, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced almost $500 million in Affordable Care Act (ACA) funds for expanded services for high need primary health care centers. Among the clinics slated for these ACA funds nationwide are seven urban Indian health care organizations (UIHOs) which include NATIVE HEALTH. The additional ACA funds are designed to increase access to health care services as well as fund renovation or construction of facilities to increase capacity to serve patients. Click here to view the link.
Flu shots have arrived! The shots are free for persons with Tribal ID. There will be a number of extended hour flu shot clinics. Please see the article below for more information.
October is an exciting month in Phoenix as well. Native American organizations and the community work together to present events and activities throughout the month to celebrate Native American Recognition Days (NARD). Please review the newsletter to learn about all of the great things that have been happening at NATIVE HEALTH.
NATIVE HEALTH is proud to present the NATIVE HEALTH Children's Pageant on Saturday, October 3, 10:00 a.m. at MetroCenter Mall. I hope you attend this fun, family event. This will be a cool, free way to spend time with your family and enjoy the babies traditional dress and the older kid's perform. Please see the article below for additional information. NATIVE HEALTH will host its 3rd Annual Open House on Saturday, October 10, immediately following the Native American Connections Parade. There will be free food, free photo booth, bouncy activities, free face painting, free flu shots (with Tribal ID) and much more. Come by and join the fun! NATIVE HEALTH and the local Native American community have many exciting events planned for Native American Recognition Days (NARD) beginning in September. Click here to view the 2015 NARD Events Card.
The Native American community in Phoenix lost a notable elder this month. Mr. Jess Sixkiller, age 78, was a tireless advocate and activist for Native Americans, with a particular focus on urban Indians. Jess spent most of his career working for Native organizations and Tribes. He was a tireless volunteer for many groups in the community, including a supporter of NATIVE HEALTH. Last week he was killed during a home invasion. NATIVE HEALTH expresses its condolences and prayers to the family and all who feel the loss of the caring man.
NATIVE HEALTH continues to provide medical services from 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (Central location). Dental services are also available Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The medical clinics offer same day appointments. Transportation is also available on an appointment basis. Behavioral health services are available on a walk-in basis for intakes for new patients and can also be accessed by appointment.
If you need medical, dental, behavioral health, or WIC assistance please contact us. We look forward to serving you.
Sincerely,
Walter Murillo,
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NHW Community Health Center
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. Getting mammograms regularly can lower the risk of  dying from breast cancer. If you are 50 to 74 years old, be sure to have a screening mammogram every two years. If you are 40 to 49 years old, talk to your doctor about when to start and how often to get a screening mammogram.
What Are the Symptoms?
There are different symptoms of breast cancer, and some people have no symptoms at all. Symptoms can include any change in the size or the shape of the breast, pain in any area of the breast, nipple discharge other than breast milk (including blood), and a new lump in the breast or underarm. If you have any signs that worry you, be sure to see your doctor right away.
How Can I Lower My Risk?
Although breast cancer screening cannot prevent breast cancer, it can help detect breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat. Talk to your doctor about which breast cancer screening tests are right for you, and when you should have them.
Fast Facts About Breast Cancer
- Each year in the United States, more than 200,000 women get breast cancer and more than 40,000 women die from the disease.
- Men also get breast cancer, but it is not very common. Each year in the United States, about 2,000 men get breast cancer and about 400 men die from the disease.
- Most breast cancers are found in women who are 50 years old or older, but breast cancer also affects younger women.
- About 11% of all new cases of breast cancer in the United States are found in women younger than 45 years of age.
- Black women have the highest breast cancer death rates of all racial and ethnic groups, and are 40% more likely to die of breast cancer than white women.
Uninsured women in need of a mammogram can receive a free mammogram with a requisition to SimonMed from a NATIVE HEALTH or NHW Community Health Center Medical Provider.
NHW Community Health Center also has an ample supply of flu shots. Flu shots are free with Tribal ID or CIB. All others are $20.00
For information or to make an appointment contact Justina.
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NATIVE HEALTH Information and Referral Center - MetroCenter Mall
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| The NATIVE HEALTH Information and Referral Center is located next to the Children's Play Area, lower level (near Sears). NATIVE HEALTH provides AHCCCS enrollment. Call for enrollment assistance hours.
To reach the Information and Referral Center please call (602) 618-6092.
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Where was Wellbearto last month? Check out the photos below and see what he's been up to. You can also follow our Facebook page to see what he's doing every day.
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Wellbearto saw this beautiful hat and had to try it on. Hooks and Needles, a knitting group made beautiful hats, scarves, booties and more for NATIVE HEALTH patients and clients. Wellbearto couldn't part with his hat! He loves it and wears it all the time! Thank you to Hooks and Needles for their generous donation.
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Wellbearto watched a commercial being made about Health Start. It was really exciting. He is looking forward to seeing the finished product.
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Wellbearto met James and Ernie at Laughter is the Best Medicine. He had a great time and laughed a lot!
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Wellbearto went to New York City and was amazed by all of the people, the traffic and things to do.
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After Wellbearto got settled he went to the New York Library. He read a lot of books about bears!
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Wellbearto decided it was time for exercise. He walked to Rockefeller Center and was amazed at all of the flags and people.
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Wellbearto had never seen a food cart before. It was really delicious but not healthy. He had some yummy falafel!
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Wellbearto went shopping! He was looked at different t-shirts and couldn't decide what he liked so he didn't buy anything!
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Wellbearto walked some more. He saw the Chrysler Building and thought it was the Empire State Building but someone corrected him. He still thought it looked big! He loved New York City and can't wait to go back and visit.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Laughter is the Best Medicine - Thank You
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NATIVE HEALTH's 2nd Annual 'Laughter is the Best Medicine' fundraising event succeeded in raising money to assist the agency's Emergency Assistance Program. Because of the events success; Native American patients and families that travel to the Phoenix Metro area to access emergency healthcare will have resources to defray unexpected expenses.
The following Event Sponsors played a notable role in the success of the sold-out event. Their support enabled success that will greatly benefit families as they experience injury or illness emergencies. Thank you 2015 'Laughter is the Best Medicine' Sponsors.
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NATIVE HEALTH Children's Pageant
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The 2015 Annual Native American Children's Pageant is Saturday, October 3, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. at MetroCenter Mall, lower level Dillard's Court. There are three age categories, birth-3 years of age, 4-6 years of age, and 7-10 years of age.
Please come and bring your family and enjoy!
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NATIVE HEALTH's Open House - Saturday, October 10
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NATIVE HEALTH Wellness Warriors
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NATIVE HEALTH Thanks Children's Museum of Phoenix
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank the Children's Museum of Phoenix for their very generous donation of 500 passes for NATIVE HEALTH patients and clients. These tickets will be distributed by the NATIVE HEALTH  Medical and Dental providers and will allow families to visit the amazing and creative Children's Museum of Phoenix.
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Upcoming October NATIVE HEALTH Classes
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NATIVE HEALTH is hosting the following FREE events in October:
Raise a Reader- NHW Community Health Center. Monday, October 5.
9:30 a.m. Class sponsored by Southwest Human Development.
NATIVE HEALTH's Open House - Saturday, October 10. 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
NATIVE HEALTH Central.
Raise a Reader - Thursday, October 15 - 9:30 a.m. NATIVE HEALTH Central. Class sponsored by Southwest Human Development.
Childbirth Classes- Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Lakisa from A Mother's Worth Birth Services.
NATIVE HEALTH Central.
Prenatal/Pediatric Meet and Greet - Wednesday, October 28, 10:00 a.m.-noon. NATIVE HEALTH Central. All are welcome.
Dare to Cook - Wednesday, October 28. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. All are welcome to learn about healthy cooking on a budget. NATIVE HEALTH Central.
All classes are open to the public and all are welcome to attend. For information on any of these events please email Daili.
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Prenatal and Pediatric Meet and Greet
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Wellness Warriors - NATIVE HEALTH's new Children's Obesity Prevention Program
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The NATIVE HEALTH Wellness Warriors Program is currently looking for Native American children (ages 7-12) and their families, who are interested in learning and promoting healthy living. Our next event is coming up very soon! The Bike Rodeo is just around the corner, so make sure you've got your bikes ready.
NATIVE HEALTH will be hosting the Wellness Warriors Bike Rodeo on Saturday, November 14, 2015 from 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Again, the first 100 registered Wellness Warriors Participants will be eligible to receive a free helmet. If you haven't yet registered, now is the time! October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Bullying is a serious issue, often keeping children from attending school and keeping their mind from what is important; a good education.
School is well under way; you've made sure you are eating breakfast every morning, now it's time to make sure you have the best possible experience at school. To continue the school year right, here are a fe w tips to prevent/confront bullying:
Tell an adult! Talking to your parents or a trusted teacher can be helpful in preventing further bullying. Stop the cycle!
Stand up for others! If you see someone being bullied, stick by your classmate.
Ignore the bully! Walk away from the situation, don't respond or get upset.
If you, or someone you know, would like additional information contact Dr. Katie Carpenter at (602) 279-5262 x 3454, contact her via email or click to view the Wellness Warriors flyer.
This program is supported by funding from the Office of the Attorney General.
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NATIVE HEALTH Flu Shot Clinics
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Flu vaccine has arrived! It's not too soon to think about the flu vaccine. You may make an appointment or walk in for a shot in October. Flu shots are provided at no charge for Native Americans with Tribal ID. All others are $20.00.
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) now recommends that all individuals over the age of six months receive a flu shot as soon as they are able.
 Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It spreads from person to person and may lead to death. NATIVE HEALTH medical providers recommend getting a shot as soon as possible. The best way to prevent the flu is getting a flu vaccination each year. For more information please call (602) 279-5262 or email Amanda.
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Support NATIVE HEALTH through Workplace Giving
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Fall kicks off workplace giving. The Native American Community Health Center, Inc. (dba NATIVE HEALTH) is an approved charity through Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), Valley of the Sun United Way (VSUW), Arizona State Employees Charitable Campaign (SECC), and Maricopa Employees Charitable Campaign (MECC). NATIVE HEALTH appreciates your consideration in workplace giving.
Federal Employees
NATIVE HEALTH is an approved Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) agency for Federal Employees and the agency number is 50234.
Valley of the Sun United Way
You may donate to Native American Community Health Center, Inc. (dba "NATIVE HEALTH") through your workplace. NATIVE HEALTH's agency number is 393579.
Arizona State Employees Charitable Campaign (SECC)
NATIVE HEALTH is an approved agency for SECC, which enables State of Arizona employees to contribute to Native American Community Health Center, Inc. (NATIVE HEALTH). NATIVE HEALTH's agency code is #ST1119.
Maricopa County Employees Combined Charitable Campaign  NATIVE HEALTH is an approved agency for Maricopa County Employees Combined Charitable Campaign. Donations may be designated to the program of your choice such as the Living Well Traditionally Youth Diabetes Prevention Camp ($50.00 sends one child to Camp) or activities such as dental services for uninsured children. NATIVE HEALTH and the Board of Directors thank you for considering NATIVE HEALTH in your workplace giving. For additional information or questions please contact Lisa.
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Mercy Care Plan Donates Children's Books
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NATIVE HEALTH received hundreds of new and gently used children's books from Mercy Care Plan, an AHCCCS Medicaid health plan. NATIVE HEALTH's  medical and pediatric patients will receive the books. Many children do not have access to books. So, the children and their families appreciate this gift.
Thank you again Mercy Care Plan for a generous donation that encourages literacy.
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NATIVE HEALTH Opens New WIC Clinic in Guadalupe
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 NATIVE HEALTH will be in Guadalupe on October 7, and 21, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and closed for lunch 11:30-12:30. Please call (602) 263-1558 to schedule an appointment or email Serene. |
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Your Medical Health from a Different Point of View - Integrated Behavioral Health
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This month's topic:
Think Pink! October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
By Bridgette Terrazas, M.S.W., LCSW, NATIVE HEALTH Behavioral Health Consultant and Crystal McArthur, Integrated MSW Intern
In many of our homes, mothers and grandmothers keep the households
running. They cook, clean, do laundry, run errands, take kids to school, and so forth. As their children transition into adulthood, they continue to look out for their children by offering guidance, support, help with grandchildren, and anything else you might ask of them. Moms and grandmas have multiple roles and it is constantly changing. However, we need to consider the overall health of the important women in our lives so they may continue to live happy and healthy.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2012, breast cancer is:
- The most common cancer in women, no matter your race or ethnicity,
- The most common cause of death from cancer among Hispanic women, and
- The second most common cause of death from cancer among white, black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native women.
Women tend to worry about everyone else and they often forget about themselves. Ladies, remember you are unable to do the things you need for yourselves and the people you love if you are physically or mentally ill. With that said, it is important to make time for you. Contact your Primary Care Provider (PCP) to schedule your annual exam and physical. Talk to your PCP about any concerns you may have in regards to your diet, exercise, and/or mental health. You should also contact your dentist to get your teeth cleaned at least twice a year.
If you would like to learn more information, pick up the phone and make an appointment with your PCP and during your medical visit, ask to see the Behavioral Health Consultant the next time you are at NATIVE HEALTH. They will come into the exam room to speak with you. Anytime you feel there is a mental health crisis, you can call the Crisis Line 24/7 at (602) 222-9444.
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Native Talk Arizona - NATIVE HEALTH's Weekly Radio Show
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Native Talk Arizona (NTA) airs Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. Native Talk Arizona on www.radiophoenix.org is supported
by NATIVE HEALTH and produced and hosted by agency staff. The show airs on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. MST.
A regular feature includes "Spotlight on the Nations" which highlights the history, culture and music of a tribal
community in the US and Canada. It is always preceded by a quiz question related to the Spotlight segment. Tune in each week and see if you can guess the answer. Short music interludes are supported by CD's of American Indian artists donated to Radio Phoenix from Canyon Records.
October guests include: Kelly Lee, discussing Washington Internships for Native Students Programs (WINS) internship experience; Antontrey Begaye, discussing helpful tips and programs for students interested in health fields; and Darold Joseph, NAU, discussing Digital Stories Disability Project.
The Live 365 or TuneIn Radio apps can be downloaded so you can listen to the show on your smartphone and search for RadioPhoenix and set it as a favorite. Most new shows are uploaded to SoundCloud the week after their initial airing for on-demand listening and sharing. If you would like to be a guest on Native Talk Arizona or know of a rising musician, community organizer, politician, or everyday person of interest doing good things in the community, please contact the show producer.
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NATIVE HEALTH Partners with Community Legal Services to provide Medical-Legal Partnership
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NATIVE HEALTH partners with Community Legal Services for a Medical/Legal Partnership. Individuals must be registered patients/clients of NATIVE HEALTH. The next service date will be October 15. For information or to make an appointment please call (602) 279-5262 x 3114 or email Diane. |
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Gearing Up to Tackle Systemic Oppression
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NATIVE HEALTH's Community Garden
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 NATIVE HEALTH is hosting a Fall Garden Clean Up Day. Please join NATIVE HEALTH and community members on Saturday, October 24, from 8:00-10:30 a.m. to work on the NATIVE HEALTH Community Garden. There will be coffee and snacks to get everyone energized to work on the garden and beautify it for fall gardening.
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6 More Places to Find College Scholarships for Native Students - click here.
October 15 Applications Available - CH 2016 Amherst College and Lawrence University. 6 day summer program for Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian high school sophomores and juniors to prepare for the college application process. For information click here.
October 17, November 21 or December 19 - Saturday Scrubs. UA College of Medicine Hands on Opportunity for High School students interested in pursuing a career in medicine. Free. Each session is limited to 50 and from 10:00 a.m.-noon. To register click here. For questions call (602) 827-2005.
October 18 Deadline - Flinn Scholars Program. Recruiting high school seniors with intellectual and emotional depth. Students should participate and demonstrate leadership in a variety of extracurricular activities, rank in top 5%, and attain at least a 3.5 GPA (unweighted). For information contact Anne via email.
November 1 Deadline - Pre-Medical Admissions Pathway Applications Deadline. University of Arizona College of Medicine. 12 month, full-time, intensive medical school preparation program for students who have experienced greater than average challenges in preparing to become competitive medical school applicants. For information and eligibility contact Patrick at (520) 626-6214 or email him.
November 12 Deadline - Robert Wood Johnson Fellowship Health Policy Fellows. Washington D.C. Outstanding opportunity for exceptional midcareer health professionals in behavioral and social scientists with an interest in health and health care policy. Fellows participate in the policy process at the federal level and use that leadership experience to improve health, health care, and health policy. For information click here.
March 1, 2016 Deadline - Phillips Fund for Native American Research, American Philosophical Society, Philadelphia. Grants for younger scholars who have received a doctorate. Applications are also accepted from graduate students for research on master's thesis or doctoral dissertations. For information call (215) 440-3429.
Considering a Graduate Program in Public Health - Join the UA Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health for an Informational Session. Information sessions held in Tucson and online throughout the semester. Information sessions include exciting information on MPH, MS, Ph.D., DrPH, and certificate programs, as well as taking classes as a non-degree seeking student. Dual degree programs, including MD/MPH, JD/MPH, MBA/MPH, PharmD/MPH, MPH/MA Latin American Studies, and MPH/MS Mexican American Studies. For information click here.
Hope for Life Day Toolkit - Designed to assist health professionals and grassroots organizers working in AI/AN communities bring more awareness to suicide prevention. For information click here.
Child Data Profiles - Brandeis University developed an online resource, diversitydatakids.org. This resources has hundreds of measures of child well-being and policy analysis, including maps, rankings, etc. on AI/AN youth. For information click here.
Talk. They Hear You. Underage Drinking Prevention Campaign DVD Series - Provides parents of children 9-15 with tools and information they need to start talking with their children about the dangers of alcohol. Native American link.
New Director of Indian Education, Nadine Groenig, at Arizona Department of Education. To view the ADE press release click here.
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community's Early Childhood Education Center's Child Care Certificate Program - now accepting applications to assist with child care tuition costs for children 6 months-12 years of age for members of any Federally Recognized Tribe. Eligibility requirements are: 1) Child lives in Mesa, Tempe, Phoenix, or Scottsdale. 2) Parents have a small co-payment (protective custody has no co-pay). 3. Parents must be working or in school full-time, or attending a job training program. 4) Child must be enrolled in a federally recognized tribe. 5) Income requirements (below 85% state median income for family size). For more information contact Tallerita at (480) 362-2263 or at Tallerita.Rogers@srpmic-ed.org or Jessica at (480) 362-2222.
Valley of the Sun Cherokees - Monthly meetings and is a community dedicated to history, culture, heritage, tradition, fellowship and service. Meetings held second Saturday of the month at NATIVE HEALTH. For information about the group and meetings contact Linda.
Whisper N Thunder - Online Native American e-zine. For information and to view, check the website.
Living a Balanced Life with Diabetes - New toolkit for American Indians/Alaska Natives with Diabetes. The toolkit, helps health professionals address emotional issues. Call (888) 693-6337 to order a kit.
WERNATIVE - Health text messaging service for American Indian and Alaska Native teens and young adults. Text NATIVE to 24587 for weekly health tips, contests, and life advice. Sponsored by the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board.
Clothing from Heaven - Free clothing for Tribal members. Clothing is distributed by plane by a nonprofit organization. For information check the website.
AZ Tribal Health Listserv - UA, Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health. To sign up for the listserv click here.
Native American Senior Association(NASA) for individuals over 60. Friendship, activities, exercise, arts and crafts, lunch, social activities, transportation, presentations, Talking Circle, bingo, and more. Monday-Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Call Katie at (602) 253-9073 for more information about the new location at 1430 East Indian School in Phoenix. To view their Newsletter click here. PFLAG-Native Support Group (LGBTQ Support Group) - For more information contact Sheila at (602) 803-3907 or check the website.
College Depot (City of Phoenix) provides free programs. College Depot is located at Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 North Central Avenue, Phoenix. Now providing walk-in assistance to students on Wednesday, Fridays and Saturdays. For more information call (602) 261-8847.
Gila River Urban Members Association - For information on meeting times and locations click here.
Sesame Street Workshop, Little Children, Big Challenges: Incarceration. For information click here.
Division of Child Support Services (DES DCSS) - Helps Arizona families to establish a legal father for their child, establish a child support order, enforce and collect court ordered support, disburse collected support, provides case management and more. DCSS can help child support customers with modifications to orders when there is a substantial change to their financial circumstances. Case managers can connect customers to resources that can help with factors including housing, health, education, employment and more. For information call (602) 252-4045, (800) 882-4151 or check the website. Good and Cheap - collection of recipes for people with limited incomes geared towards those on a SNAP budget of less than $4.00/day. To view a PDF of the free cookbook click here. Affordable Housing Locator - For housing locations all over the United States. Click here for more information. VetTix - Free tickets for veterans by registering your DD214. All Vets pay is postage to send tickets to your home. Venues throughout the valley. For information click here. Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) Smoking Cessation Group - STOP Program Schedule. STOP is the Tobacco Cessation Group Program at PIMC. Interested in quitting smoking or chewing? The PIMC Pharmacy has clinic hours every Wednesday and Thursday. Walk-ins are welcome. PIMC Health Education is also available to discuss barriers to quitting, staying quit, and discussing triggers. There is also a new clinic at the Yavapai Apache Medical Center in Camp Verde, Arizona. There are appointments the first Tuesday of the month as well as walk-in slots available for patients wanting to quit tobacco. For information call (602) 248-4195 or the pharmacy at (602) 263-1200 x 1305. Click here to view the flyer. Navajo Nation/Quality First Child Care Scholarships - For permanent residents of the Navajo Nation in Arizona but are temporarily living in other parts of the state while they attend college. Scholarships must be used for children from birth to age 5 to attend child care and preschool programs that participate in Quality First, a program of First Things First. Household income and other eligible requirements apply, availability is limited. For information call (866) 973-0012.Online Training for School Staff to Identify Youth at Risk - For Arizona schools. Unique, interactive online training to prepare school personnel to better support students who are struggling with emotional distress and who may be at risk for suicide. Course fees have been paid by Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS). For individuals who work with middle and high school students. Provided by ADHS, Division of Behavioral Health. Certificate of Completion for 1.0 hour. Both courses have been approved for one CNE. For information call Lori at (212) 675-9234 or check the website. Free Training Resources from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - VA providing accredited training resources at no cost to all Veteran Care Providers. For information click here.
New Toolkit: Rural Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Toolkit. This new toolkit provides an overview of the importance of health promotion and disease prevention in rural communities. Find resources to help your community develop a health promotion program, building on the best practices of others. For information click here. - is a scholarship program funded by a grant from the Indian Health Service. It is available to AI/AN students who are enrolled in the College of Nursing at Arizona State University (ASU). The scholarship pays for tuition and fees, required books, and a living stipend. ASUN also provides other services and activities throughout the school year, aimed at providing support and assistance to students to help them be successful and earn their nursing degree. For more information, please visit their website.
New e-newsletter: Honoring Health: Resources for American Indians and Alaska Natives. For information click here. Hunger Hotline - WhyHunger collects and distributes information about programs that address the immediate and long-term needs of struggling families and individuals. The national WhyHunger Hotline (1.800.5HUNGRY or 1.800.548.6479), refers people in need of emergency food assistance to food pantries, government programs, and model grassroots organizations that work to improve access to healthy, nutritious food, and build self-reliance. To view their website and locate food resources click here. Low cost internet in Arizona - For information click here. Community Resource & Referral Center for Homeless Vets - Phoenix. For information on services and resources click here. New Guiding Principles for Diabetes Care - 10 guiding principles highlights areas of agreement for diabetes care that could be clinically useful in diabetes management and care. Presented by the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP), Guiding Principles for the Care of People With or at Risk for Diabetes. For information click here. The Arc of Health Literacy - Journal of American Medical Association viewpoint discusses the roles of clinicians, institutions, and systems in increasing health literacy at the individual patient and population level. Click here to view the article. Arizona Department of Health Services, Health Disparities Center - Obesity and Diabetes - American Indians/Alaska Natives Fact Sheet. Click here to view the document. Short Bouts of Activity May Offset Lack of Sustained Exercise in Kids - National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. For information click here. UW, Wind River Reservation Project to Grow Health with Gardens - Assess the impacts of home food gardens on health disparities commonly experienced by NA populations. Click here for more information. Native Health News Alliance - Online newsletter for health news in Indian Country. Click here for the link. CDC Vital Signs Report Shows that Your Heart May Be Older than You - new Vital Signs Report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights a worrying trend about heart health in America. One in two men and two in five women have a heart age that is five or more years older than their actual age. Click here to view the report and learn what you can do to help your patients, family, friends, and communities lower their heart age, and lower their risk of heart attack and stroke. Northern Arizona Council of Governments - Area Agency on Aging Region III -The AAA covers Flagstaff, Apache, Navajo, Coconino and Yavapai Counties (off reservation, the Navajo Nation and Hopi Tribe have their own aging offices) with programs and services that include Legal Advocacy, Medicare Benefits Counseling, Care Coordination, Family Caregiver Support Program, Senior Centers, Meals on Wheels and more. Latest events can be found at www.nacog.org/aging under Events. Call toll free 1-877-521-3500 for further information on all programs and services plus referrals to resources within four counties.
Roadway to Safer Tribal Communities Toolkit - CDC in partnership with I.H.S. developed the Roadway to Safer Tribal Communities Toolkit to provide materials including fact sheets, posters and video to help prevent crash-related injuries and deaths. To access the kit click here.
Suicide and Depression Awareness for Students - This guide is designed for concerned friends or family members who might be worried that someone they love will commit suicide. It is meant for students, so they might spot the warning signs of suicide in others- or in themselves- and find the proper resources. Click here to view the guide.
Marketing Matters - A White Paper on Strategies to Reduce Unhealthy Food and Beverage Marketing to Young Children. Produced by LA County Department of Public Health. Guide is a compilation of all various strategies to address unhealthy food and beverage marketing at a local level. For information click here. Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH.
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