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Community Health Centers of Arkansas (CHCA) is a non-profit organization established in 1985 to expand access to affordable quality care in Arkansas, and to create a unified voice for Community Health Centers (CHCs) and the patients they serve.
The best way to prevent colorectal cancer is getting screened on time. CHCA’s Kevin Holmes took action early, and it may have saved his life. If you’re 45+ or have a family history, talk to your doctor today. Your future self will thank you.
#45isthenew50 #colorectalcancerawareness
The Arkansas Stakeholder Summit to Advance Colorectal Cancer Screening is this Thursday! CHCA's Dr. Marico Bryant Howe will be presenting. Please register here: forms.gle/ob57E9tjKK2J... #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
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We’re excited to share HCA is a part of several NACHC (National Association of Community Health Centers) Member Engagement Groups! These appointments reflect professional excellence and a shared commitment to strengthening access to care in communities nationwide. Congrats, team! #ValueCHCs
It was a beautiful day for a ribbon cutting! River Valley Primary Care Services celebrated the opening of the Paris Wellness Center at Paris High School on Monday. We’re excited to see this new resource serve Paris and the River Valley.
#ValueCHCs
As the sugar plum fairy dances, so do these flavors! Check out this easy cranberry vinaigrette that brings color, freshness and heart-healthy ingredients that will delight your tastebuds.
A mammogram can find what you can’t feel. Protect your health. Schedule a screening today. #NationalMammographyDay
Our friends at Pinnacle Signs & Graphics stopped by to install signs with our new logo! We’re loving the new look. ✨
Tell us what you think!
✨ Fresh look. Same commitment to Arkansas communities. ✨
Since its founding 40 years ago, Community Health Centers of Arkansas has been a cornerstone of care in our state. We’re excited to share our new look!
Use of accurate data to inform decision-making is critical for our community health centers. During the CHCA Conference, Andrew Hamilton from Alliance Chicago will share analytical techniques and ideal processes for data delivery.
📅 Register today at chc-ar.org.
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We had a great morning welcoming Joe Dunn, Chief Policy Officer at the National Association of Community Health Centers. It was a joy to connect around our shared mission to strengthen community health. Thanks for stopping by, Joe!
#NHCW #ValueCHCs
Dr. Marico Bryant Howe represented CHCA at the Arkansas HIMSS Symposium panel on advancing healthcare IT. She, along with panelists from UAMS, CARTI, and ADH offered great insights and led thoughtful conversation.
COO Mia Stark recently spoke at an Expanding Access to Contraception meeting, sharing insights on maternal healthcare and the importance of offering a full range of contraceptive options and it's partnership with @upstreamusa.bsky.social. #ValueCHCs
The UAMS Institute for Community Health Innovation has just finished training its newest group of Community Health Workers. The next training and apprenticeship program starts August 5. Email rmedrano@uams.edu and rmsolisgarcia@uams.edu for details!
🎉 River Valley Primary Care Services celebrated the grand opening of its new Mountainburg Family Clinic this week! The upgraded space means expanded services, bigger rooms, and more lab space. hashtag#ValueCHCs
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CHCA at the 2025 Soirée Women's Leadership Symposium!
Dr. Lanita S. White, Dr. Marico Howe, and Mia Stark joined leaders from across the state for a day of insight, empowerment, and connection.
#SWLS2025
School nurses are champions for student health and safety. Today, we celebrate their vital role in keeping our kids healthy, supported, and ready to learn. We’re especially grateful for the dedicated nurses in our school-based clinics who care for students every day. #SchoolNurseDay
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CHCA participated in the MOM (Month of May) block party on May 1. Let's continue to celebrate National Women's Health Month! Remember to take time to check in on yourself, moms! Prioritize your physical, mental, and emotional health. #mentalhealthawareness #womenshealth
In a recent training, our partners at Ascend Technologies shared practical tips to help spot phishing attempts:
✅ Check sender addresses carefully
✅ Avoid suspicious links
✅ Verify unexpected attachments
✅ Watch for urgent or strange requests
#Cybersecurity #EmailSecurity
Email is still the #1 way cybercriminals target healthcare organizations, and it only takes one click to compromise sensitive data. #cybersecurity
Arkansas Drug Takeback April 26
Arkansas Drug Take Back Day is today, April 26. It is an easy, safe way to get rid of expired or unused prescriptions. Let’s keep these unused drugs out of the wrong hands.
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⏳ REAL ID Deadline Alert ⌛️
Starting on May 7, you’ll need a REAL ID (or other acceptable ID, like a passport) to board domestic flights and enter certain federal buildings.
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This week, CHCA was proud to host the inaugural strategic planning day for Arkansas Voices for Sexual Health (formerly known as YASH – Young Ambassadors for Sexual Health). The group gathered to set priorities, build momentum, and map out their next chapter of impact across the state.
🌍 Happy Earth Day! 💚
Today, our team stepped outside to pull weeds and prune plants. Clean, green spaces aren’t just good for the planet—they’re good for people, too! We know a healthy environment is part of a healthy life.
#EarthDay
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Newly approved Act 483 establishes the Primary Care Payment Improvement Working Group to strengthen Arkansas’s primary care system. Check out a few reasons primary care is the foundation of healthier communities.
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You don’t have to wait until you’re sick to talk about the care you want. April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day—a moment to plan and share your wishes for care through the end of life. Let's normalize these conversations.
#NHDD
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Philander Smith University students Briana and Ganiya share why HIV education matters. From the need for better sexual health education in schools to advice for their peers, their voices highlight the importance of awareness and access.
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