Case Studies
What is it?In 2010, Sanford Health partnered with WebMD to create "fit," a national initiative that uses a combination of the latest scientific and behavioral research to educate, motivate, and inspire children of all ages to live a balanced, healthy lifestyle. The initiative focuses on four key…
OverviewWellness at Weinberg is a monthly, one-hour “talk story” health series at the Weinberg transitional housing facility in Waimanalo. The Castle Medical Center (CMC) Wellness Center works with the transitional housing staff to identify topics of concern (for example, eating healthfully and…
What is it?The mobile health outreach van is equipped with two state-of-the-art treatment and exam rooms and an educational resource center. It provides a confidential space for visitors to be screened for health risk factors (for example, blood pressure, cholesterol, or blood sugar) and/or…
What is it?Ready-Set-Go is an annual back-to-school event organized by Beatrice Community Hospital and The Salvation Army with support from the hospital foundation and community organizations, businesses, and individuals. The event provides low-income children in grades kindergarten through 12 with…
What is it?The Curtis D. Robinson Men's Health Institute (CDRMHI) focuses on patient education, early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and continued support for men at risk of, or who screen positive for, prostate cancer. The program provides free services to the uninsured/underinsured while…
What is it?Modeled after the Harlem Children's Zone, the Central Little Rock Promise Neighborhood (CLRPN) promises to take steps to ensure that children from targeted low-income neighborhoods in Little Rock have happy, healthy, and productive childhoods. Working with other partners, Arkansas…
What is it?For more than 20 years, Antelope Memorial Hospital (AMH) has had student nurses come from a number of colleges of nursing as part of their clinical training. The student nurses shadow AMH nursing personnel and receive hands-on experience. AMH also provides clinical training for medical…
What is it?In August 2012, staff from the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium and Southcentral Foundation joined community partners, corporate sponsors, and volunteers to host the first annual Camp ARCTIC, a free camp for Alaskan youth with juvenile idiopathic arthritis that combined education,…
What is it?The Men's Health Forum is an annual community health promotion event that provides health screenings, health education, and resources to participants in both English and Spanish. Who is it for?Medically underserved men (those who are uninsured, underinsured, or do not have a regular…
What is it?Diabeticos Saludables is a multifaceted, culturally appropriate education and case management program for individuals with type 2 diabetes. Participants are given the knowledge and tools they need to manage their condition. Who is it for?Originally serving only Latino immigrants, the…