Celebrating Comprehensive Healthcare Services and Driving Health Equity in Chicago
Chicago, IL – Near North Health (NNH), a long-standing provider of community-based primary health care in Chicago, joins the nation in marking National Health Center Week, taking place from August 6th to August 12th, 2023.
The National Association of Community Health Centers holds this annual event to increase awareness of the nation’s 1,400 Community Health Centers, which provide quality, comprehensive healthcare services to more than 30 million patients across 14,500 communities.
Health centers such as NNH play a vital role in driving health equity, breaking down barriers to care, and generating cost savings within the healthcare system. By focusing on underserved communities, they improve the health and well-being of vulnerable populations, addressing social determinants of health, and promoting equitable access to comprehensive care.
“Community Health Centers are pivotal in transforming lives and fostering health equity. Near North Health embodies these key benefits with unwavering dedication in providing patient care in Chicago,” said Dr. Tristé Lieteau Smith, CEO of Near North Health. “As innovators, healers, and problem solvers, we reach out to underserved communities, addressing social determinants of health and promoting well-being for all.”
Key Areas of Care at Near North Health
NNH is dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare services to individuals and families in Chicago. The comprehensive offerings at NNH deliver a wide range of specialized services that cater to the unique health needs of their patients. The key lines of care include:
- Pediatrics: Complete primary care for children aged 0 to 17, including physicals, family counseling, care for chronic illnesses and handicaps, and immunizations.
- Nutrition: Providing essential services such as the WIC program (Women, Infants, and Children), medical nutrition therapy, education, counseling, and cooking programs to promote healthy eating habits.
- Seniors: Specialized healthcare services tailored to the unique needs of older adults, ensuring they receive the attention and care they deserve.
- Women’s Health: Offering prenatal care, family planning, STD diagnosis and treatment, comprehensive evaluation and diagnosis of gynecologic conditions, hormone replacement therapy, and the evaluation and management of abnormal pap smears.
- Dentistry: Providing crucial dental services, including x-rays, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and sealants, to maintain optimal oral health.
- Ophthalmology: Evaluation and treatment of eye diseases, especially those resulting from diabetes, hypertension, glaucoma, cataracts, and vascular disease.
National Health Center Week presents an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the dedication and passion of Community Health Center staff, board members, and supporters who make quality healthcare accessible to millions of patients nationwide. It also emphasizes the vital role that Community Health Centers play in achieving health equity and fostering stronger, healthier communities.
To learn more about Near North Health please visit their website at www.nearnorthhealth.org.
Near North Health is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and one of the oldest providers of community-based primary health care in Chicago. We provide medical services, social services, and nutrition education to uninsured and underinsured individuals and families. Our philosophy reflects a commitment to providing access to innovative healthcare no matter where one comes from, what they look like or how long it’s been since they last saw a doctor. Additional information about our mission and services is available at www.nearnorthhealth.org.
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