Case Studies
OverviewSt. Rose Dominican Hospitals partners with Susan G. Komen for the Cure, National Breast Cancer Foundation, and the Avon Foundation to offer R.E.D. Rose (Responsible Early Detection of Breast Cancer). This collaborative program provides free clinical breast exams, mammograms, ultrasounds,…
What is it?Phelps County Regional Medical Center (PCRMC) Medical Group Pediatric Dental Clinic is a specialty clinic with four kid-friendly operatories. In addition, the PCRMC Ambulatory Surgery Unit is used weekly to complete cases in which the operating room is required for full-mouth restoration…
What is it?The school-based health center provides convenient access to preventive and primary health services for students who might otherwise have limited or no access to health care.Who is it for?Elementary, middle and high school students in five schools in Southwest Louisiana.Why do they do it…
What is it?Women can learn how to feel and look better than ever at St. Peter Hospital’s annual women’s wellness extravaganza – For Women Only. The event, now in its 12th year, has become so popular that it is held at the Helena Civic Center and offers a wide spectrum of free health screenings,…
What is it?The hospital’s Community Relations department partnered with Rebuilding Together, a national nonprofit organization with a network of affiliates, to help preserve and revitalize houses in the Northwest section of the District of Columbia. For eight years, it has participated in providing…
What is it?A free community event, Heart of the Matter focuses on the prevention of heart disease. The event begins with a free, early morning fasting blood draw; the results are available at the evening event. Those attending have the opportunity to review their results with a cardiologist, family…
What is it?The mission of St. Joseph’s/Candler is: “Rooted in God’s love, we treat illness and promote wellness for all people.” Recognizing that unemployment, illiteracy, and many other social determinants were directly affecting the health status of many community members, St. Joseph’s/Candler…
OverviewProjects undertaken by the Center for Healthy Communities are aimed at improving access to health care, promoting healthy lifestyles, and promoting a healthier community for residents of Polk County and surrounding areas. The Center links Iowa Health - Des Moines (IHDM) and its resources to…
What is it?Each February to coincide with National Heart Month, Mesa View Regional Hospital and the city of Mesquite/Mesquite Recreation Center co-sponsor the Mesquite Heart Walk, a 3.2 mile trek through town. The Heart Walk finishes in front of the hospital, where each participant receives a…
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Mercy's Joslin Diabetes Center (JDC) provides comprehensive diabetes education and insulin management services for people of all ages. Team members include an endocrinologist, nurse diabetes educators, dietitian diabetes educators, a podiatrist, an exercise specialist, and a mental…