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U of A Awarded $10 Million to Launch Statewide Mental Health Crisis Hub

Wednesday, May 21 by Greg

The University of Arkansas has been awarded $10 million from the Department of Human Services to launch a statewide mental health Crisis Hub and Crisis Continuum. Dr. Johanna Thomas, director of the U of A’s School of Social Work, will lead the initiative to build... Read More.

Arkansas Governor Vetoes Bills on Medical Records and Behavioral Health Programs

Friday, April 25 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders recently vetoed two bills, each carrying emergency clauses that would have rendered them effective immediately upon her signature. The first, House Bill 1961, aimed to allow medical providers to temporarily withhold a patient's medical records for up to 30 days... Read More.

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Watson Chapel Schools Collaborate with Health Department After Whooping Cough Case

Tuesday, April 22 by Luke Matheson

The Watson Chapel School District has asked the Arkansas Department of Health to help assess health and safety protocols at the school after a student was diagnosed with whooping cough. Dr. Keith McGee, Superintendent of Watson Chapel Schools, released the following statement regarding the situation. Dear... Read More.

Join the Conversation to Improve South Arkansas Community Health

Wednesday, April 9 by Greg

Every three years, residents of South Arkansas are encouraged to join the conversation about how to strengthen community health. Currently, Jefferson Regional is working on a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). This year’s CHNA survey results will help us develop a three-year plan that: •... Read More.

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Mainline Health Systems, Inc. (MHSI) Receives Grant Funding from Blue & You Foundation to Promote Infant Safety and Wellbeing

Monday, March 24 by Luke Matheson

Mainline Health Systems, Inc. is thrilled to announce that it has received grant funding from the Blue & You Foundation to support the purchase of sleep sacks for infants, promoting a safe sleep environment and reducing the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The... Read More.

Rison School Health Center to open soon

Tuesday, January 28 by Ray King

The Rison School District has announced that the new School Health Center operated by Mainline Health will be opening soon. According to the Cleveland County Herald, the elementary and high schools are currently accepting consent forms from parents who want the clinic to treat their... Read More.

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Arkansas Attorney General Provides $600,000 Grant to Support Women’s Mental Health Fellowship

Wednesday, November 20 by Luke Matheson

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences has received a $600,000 grant from Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin to support a women’s mental health fellowship in an effort to address the impact of the opioid epidemic on women and to help reduce the state’s... Read More.

Mainline Health Systems Inc. Receives $55,000 Arkansas Cancer Coalition Grant

Monday, October 14 by Luke Matheson

Mainline Health is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $55,000 grant from the Arkansas Cancer Coalition for “Operation Prevent & Detect.” This generous grant will be instrumental in advancing the quality and efficiency of our department’s efforts to reach more patients... Read More.

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Mental Health Wellness program scheduled for Oct. 12 in Pine Bluff

Tuesday, October 8 by Luke Matheson

The D’Andre Seals Suicide Prevention Outreach Project in collaboration with the Southeast Arkansas Behavioral Healthcare System will host a Resources for Mental Health Wellness program on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 1-3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church located at 717 West 32nd Avenue in... Read More.

Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County releases statement following data breach

Thursday, October 3 by Luke Matheson

A data breach at Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County has led to unauthorized access to addresses, dates of birth, diagnoses, treatment information, medical record numbers, provider names, and/or dates of treatment. A statement has been released by Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County following the breach. That... Read More.

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Senator Boozman, AIM calling for improvements in maternal health care

Friday, September 20 by Ray King

U.S. Sen. John Boozman and Arkansans for Improving Maternal Health (AIM) are calling for immediate action to address the critical gaps in maternal health care across Arkansas, as highlighted by the latest March of Dimes report. Arkansas currently ranks sixth in the nation for... Read More.

Dr. Tabitha Norris with Grace Veterinary Service discussed puppy health

Wednesday, August 28 by Alex Bivens

Dr. Tabitha Norris with Grace Veterinary Services was a guest on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show Wednesday to talk about their clinic, which is open in the former Sandy Acres location U.S. 270 in White Hall. Norris said they have operated clinics in Monticello and... Read More.

Stories tagged with: health

U of A Awarded $10 Million to Launch Statewide Mental Health Crisis Hub

Arkansas Governor Vetoes Bills on Medical Records and Behavioral Health Programs

Watson Chapel Schools Collaborate with Health Department After Whooping Cough Case

Join the Conversation to Improve South Arkansas Community Health

Mainline Health Systems, Inc. (MHSI) Receives Grant Funding from Blue & You Foundation to Promote Infant Safety and Wellbeing

Rison School Health Center to open soon

Arkansas Attorney General Provides $600,000 Grant to Support Women’s Mental Health Fellowship

Mainline Health Systems Inc. Receives $55,000 Arkansas Cancer Coalition Grant

Mental Health Wellness program scheduled for Oct. 12 in Pine Bluff

Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County releases statement following data breach

Senator Boozman, AIM calling for improvements in maternal health care

Dr. Tabitha Norris with Grace Veterinary Service discussed puppy health

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