June 27 is National HIV Testing Day, first observed on June 27, 1995, National HIV Testing Day (NHTD) is a day to encourage people to get tested for HIV, know their status, and get linked to care and treatment. The 2021 theme — “My Test, My Way,” — emphasizes that there…
May is designated as Hepatitis Awareness Month in the United States, providing 31 days to raise awareness of viral hepatitis in the United States. We’re here to help clear up myths about Hepatitis C. Learn the facts: You cannot get Hepatitis C from your own syringe. Hepatitis C does not form from…
May is designated as Hepatitis Awareness Month in the United States, providing 31 days to raise awareness of viral hepatitis in the United States. At HOPES, our vision is to create a heathier community and we know that part of our role as a leader in public health is to provide preventive…
During National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month, celebrated each May, the nation turns its attention to teen pregnancy prevention and the great strides that have been made over the last 20 years. While there have been advances in reducing teen pregnancy, progress is still needed to close racial/ethnic and geographic disparities…
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is a yearly observance highlighting the importance of protecting children two years and younger from vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs). This year, in particular, it’s critical to ensure that families stay on track for children’s routine checkups and recommended vaccinations — even during COVID-19. A CDC report released in May 2020 found a troubling drop…
To our HOPES Supporters and Community, I know many of you, like me, have been following the Derek Chauvin murder trial and like many of you, felt a sense of anguish and sadness awaiting the verdict to come in. We were relieved to see that Derek Chauvin was held accountable…
April is Financial Literacy Month, a time to help Americans raise their education on finances so as to avoid making costly mistakes. While it might seem like a strange topic to “celebrate,” the more education you have about finances, the more equipped you’ll be to make smart decisions and even grow…
April is Financial Literacy Month, a time to help Americans raise their education on finances so as to avoid making costly mistakes. While it might seem like a strange topic to “celebrate,” the more education you have about finances, the more equipped you’ll be to make smart decisions and even grow…
March is National Nutrition Month. Eating healthfully doesn’t have to be complicated! Choose nutritious foods for your kids that have vitamins, minerals, fiber and other nutrients. Do pediatric patients access nutrition services? YES! We saw 186 patients under the age of 18 in 2020. We see a great deal of children…
March is National Nutrition Month. Our Registered Dietician, Kate, shared her perspective on the health and wellness benefits for our patients having Nutrition onsite in the HOPES Clinic. Why is it beneficial for HOPES patients to access nutrition services onsite? “As a Registered Dietitian working at HOPES I feel I…
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