Last year, St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers received a generous donation for new optometry equipment through a fundraiser hosted by Providence St. Jude Memorial Foundation. The fundraiser, called “Neighbors Helping Neighbors: A Concert on the Hill,” was held in May 2024 to support Providence St. Jude Medical Center’s Community Health Investment programs. Through the help...
St. Jude Neighborhood Health is thrilled to announce that St. Joseph Neighborhood Health – Women’s Health is now open! Our new Women’s Health Clinic is located on the 3rd floor of the new Helen Caloggero Women’s and Family Center and will provide OB/GYN services for our community! The Helen Caloggero Women’s and Family Center was constructed...
This weekend, St. Jude Neighborhood Health community health workers attended the 2nd Annual Homeless Intervention Services of Orange County’s (HIS-OC) Car Show Fundraiser. HIS-OC supports people to overcome homelessness & achieve independence. SJNH attended this event in support the cause and provided information on healthcare resources for the community. Learn more about HIS-OC and their...
Happy National Health Center Week! Every August, we celebrate and increase awareness of America’s 1,400 Community Health Centers (CHCs) during National Health Center Week (NHCW). This week is opportunity to highlight the commitment and passion of Community Health Center teams, board members, and supporters who make it possible to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare services to...
Preventive healthcare is all about taking steps to prevent illness and promote overall health before health problems arise. Instead of waiting for symptoms to appear and seeking treatment after the fact, preventive care focuses on proactive measures to maintain and enhance your health. Regular Check-ups: One of the most essential components of preventive healthcare is...
Since 1950, heart disease has been the leading cause of death. The term “heart disease” refers to various conditions that affect the heart. While not all risk factors of heart disease are manageable, these are some things you can do to lower your risk of heart disease. Eat Healthy Making changes to your diet can...
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed by Congress on July 26, 1990. The purpose of this act is to prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities. Nearly one in four adults in the United States are affected by a disability, which means this act affects about 25% of the adult population. What started as...
