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Community Health Fair Saturday has something for everyone

Thursday, August 1 by Rick Walker

The Old St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Pine Bluff will be holding a Community Health Fair this Saturday. Yolanda Monk was a guest on Sunrise Deltaplex to talk about it. She said they are amazing vendors and sponsors that make it possible. With school... Read More.

Arkansas Girls State is being shut down due to health concerns

Thursday, May 30 by Rick Walker

One of the top events held in the state for high school girls is being shut down early due to unspecified health concerns. The participants scheduled trip to the State Capitol today has been cancelled and parents were told to pick their girls up... Read More.

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Walmart closing all 51 Health Clinics, including three here in Arkansas

Wednesday, May 1 by Rick Walker

Citing rising operating costs, Walmart has announced that they are closing all of their health centers and virtual care services. They launched the services in 2019. The reason for the closures is "reimbursement problems and escalating operating costs. A spokesperson for the company said... Read More.

Baptist Health opens new family clinic in Sheridan

Monday, March 18 by Rick Walker

The new Baptist Health Family Clinic is now open in Sheridan. The clinic, a service of Baptist Health Medical Center-Hot Springs County is open Monday through Friday from 8-5 and closed during lunch. It is staffed by two APRNs, Misty Douthit and Deonna Whatley.... Read More.

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UAMS Establishes Institute for Community Health Innovation

Wednesday, February 28 by Alex Bivens

FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) announced today the establishment of its eighth institute, the UAMS Institute for Community Health Innovation, effective March 1. The institute will work with communities across Arkansas to conduct community-based research and deploy community-driven programs to... Read More.

Arkansas gets serious failing grade in new survey of dental health

Thursday, February 1 by Rick Walker

A new study of dental health among all 50 states has put Arkansas in the absolute bottom. The study, by Wallethub, says various factors went into the study, including water fluoridation and access to dental professionals. The study used 25 key indicators to develop... Read More.

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Health Fair coming to White Hall on Saturday

Tuesday, January 30 by Rick Walker

The Happier, Healthier Arkansas Health Fair will roll into the White Hall Community Center this Saturday. Lauren Robertson joined Rick Walker on Sunrise Deltaplex to talk about the free event. Holistic medicine is a growing trend in the world and Rick asked her about... Read More.

New Arkansas Organization Will Support Healthy Families by Listening to Parents, Advocating for Better Maternal Health Care

Wednesday, January 17 by Alex Bivens

Arkansans for Improving Maternal Health promotes healthy moms, which leads to healthier families and stronger communities LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Jan. 17, 2024) — A new maternal health non-profit organization has launched a digital platform for Arkansas parents to share their personal experiences before, during and after... Read More.

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New state laws affect jobs and economy, health care, law enforcement and corrections

Friday, December 29 by Ray King

A handful of laws passed by lawmakers in 2023 will go into effect on Monday. These new laws include changes to health care, education, labor and taxes. These laws were passed in the regular legislative session and a special session in September. New laws concerning... Read More.

USDA announces $844K Delta Health Services Grant award to Jefferson Hospital Association in Pine Bluff

Monday, December 11 by Greg

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Arkansas State Director Jill Floyd announced today that USDA is awarding a $844,812 Delta Health Care Services Grant to the Jefferson Hospital Association. The investment is part of President Biden’s commitment to those who have been historically underserved,... Read More.

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Arkansas Health and Wellness/Ambetter’s Health Fair is Saturday at The White Hall Community Center

Wednesday, November 1 by Alex Bivens

Arkansas Health and Wellness/Ambetter will be conducting a health fair this Saturday at the White Hall Community Center from noon until 3 p.m. and on Wednesday, Sharee Ellis Young, supervisor for community outreach and marketing appeared on the Oldies 1013 morning show to talk... Read More.

UAMS receives grant to help students considering health care career

Wednesday, October 25 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received a five-year, $3.25 million federal grant to support the creation of a program that will help students from 20 underserved counties in the Arkansas Delta and southern part of the state pursue... Read More.

Stories tagged with: health

Community Health Fair Saturday has something for everyone

Arkansas Girls State is being shut down due to health concerns

Walmart closing all 51 Health Clinics, including three here in Arkansas

Baptist Health opens new family clinic in Sheridan

UAMS Establishes Institute for Community Health Innovation

Arkansas gets serious failing grade in new survey of dental health

Health Fair coming to White Hall on Saturday

New Arkansas Organization Will Support Healthy Families by Listening to Parents, Advocating for Better Maternal Health Care

New state laws affect jobs and economy, health care, law enforcement and corrections

USDA announces $844K Delta Health Services Grant award to Jefferson Hospital Association in Pine Bluff

Arkansas Health and Wellness/Ambetter’s Health Fair is Saturday at The White Hall Community Center

UAMS receives grant to help students considering health care career

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