 Family Health Care recognized as a national leader in heart health
BALDWIN, Michigan – The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) recently recognized Family Health Care for meeting or exceeding national benchmarks in several quality initiatives. The health center earned the National Quality Leader Award for Heart Health for its work in hypertension control, the use of aspirin or antiplatelet for ischemic vascular disease, statin therapy, and tobacco use screening and cessation intervention. Family Health Care was one of only two community health centers in Michigan and among 26 health centers nationwide to earn the award, placing them in the top two percent of health centers in the United States. “Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women, with more than 700,000 deaths each year,” said Amy Tompkins, quality director for Family Health Care. Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest heart disease costs more than $250 billion a year because of health care services, medications, and lost productivity. “By addressing cardiovascular health with our patients and being proactive with preventative medicine, we can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other major health issues,” Tompkins said. “Preventative medicine is considerably cheaper than managing chronic illness, which, in turn, lowers health care costs across the board.” HRSA also recognized Family Health Care for addressing social risk factors, advancing health information technology, and being a uniform data system early adopter. HRSA is an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that governs federally qualified health centers (FQHCs). Family Health Care is an FQHC that operates outpatient and school-based clinics in Lake, Mecosta, Missaukee, Newaygo, Osceola, and Wexford counties. “These awards from HRSA exemplify our mission of providing quality, integrated, and comprehensive health care services that are affordable and accessible to everyone,” said Tompkins.
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 During January, Residents Can Receive a FREE Radon Home Test Kit
January is Radon Action Month, and District Health Department #10 (DHD#10), together with Northern Michigan Public Health Alliance (NMPHA), is using this month to educate about the dangers of radon gas. Throughout January, DHD#10 is offering free home radon test kits at each DHD#10 office. Radon is a leading source of lung cancer, causing thousands of deaths each year. Small cracks in your home’s foundation can grow over time as it settles, making paths for radon to enter your home from the ground. NMPHA and DHD#10 encourage you to test your home for radon during Radon Action Month. By doing so, you can play a crucial role in creating healthier homes and communities. "Radon is a major health concern that is often ignored because it is invisible and odorless," said Shaun O’Connor, DHD#10 Public Health Educator. "The best time to test your home is winter, when doors and windows are closed, which lets radon rise. Testing for radon is easy, and if higher levels are found, there are ways to reduce exposure. DHD#10 is proud to offer these free radon home kits this month to raise awareness and help our community members stay safe and healthy." Learn more about radon by visiting Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) here: http://www.michigan.gov/radon. For additional information about radon, visit the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) here: https://www.epa.gov/radon. Newaygo County Main Office Location: 1049 Newell White Cloud, MI 49349 Hours: Monday- Friday 8:00am- 4:30pm Main Phone: 231-689-7300 Main Fax: 231-689-7382 WIC Phone: 231-689-7327  FHC provides local pharmacy services to the public in Grant and White Cloud
A recent article in the New York Times spoke to the closing of pharmacies, particularly in smaller towns, creating “pharmacy deserts”. Locally, Baars in Fremont and Rite Aid in Grant (nee Larson's Rexall) have closed and Rite Aid in Fremont shut their doors late in 2023. While Fremont continues to have options locally, the loss in Grant hits a community with a high percentage of older adults who tend to take more medications than younger people. Fortunately, there is still an all service pharmacy in town operated by Family Health Care. And no, you do not need to be a patient of FHC to take advantage of the services they offer. The pharmacy is open to the public. As a Community Health Center, Family Health Care is backed by federal and state programs, allowing them to serve now and into the future. Using a Family Health Care pharmacy provides you with peace of mind, knowing that your prescriptions will not be sold or transferred. Switching your prescriptions is easy as well..Just make a visit to the FHC pharmacy and share your prescriptions and they will handle the rest. Beyond providing prescribed medications, the pharmacy offers special discounts and pricing, curbside pickup, online refills, free delivery within 10 miles and so much more. They accept most major insurances and offer a sliding fee to help ensure those with limited income can receive the medications they need. Their registered Pharmacists can provide medication reviews as well as tips on when and how to take them.In addition, immunizations are available on a walk-in basis. The speculation continues as to what will occupy the now vacant Rite Aid building in downtown Grant, but there should be little concern over the town becoming a pharmacy desert. There’s an oasis available just down the street at Family Health Care. And they aren’t going anywhere. Grant FHC Pharmacy 11 N Maple 231-834.1567 White Cloud FHC Pharmacy 1035 Wilcox 231.689.6677 |
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