York College Faculty Receive Grant to Evaluate Effectiveness of Connections for a Healthy Pregnancy Program
A powerful new partnership between York College and Family First Health is helping improve maternal health outcomes in York’s growing Haitian community.
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Nonprofit opens pharmacy at York County Clinic
A new pharmacy has opened in York.
Family First Pharmacy opened earlier this month on the first floor at Family First Health’s center at 116 George St. in York.
The pharmacy is open to all individuals regardless of insurance status or income.
Family First Pharmacy offers prescriptions on a sliding scale for uninsured and underinsured patients.
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Family First Pharmacy brings care, convenience to downtown York City
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YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Family First Health says they know the last two years have been hard – but they are beginning to see the lingering psychological effects of the pandemic.
The American Academy of Pediatrics declared a national emergency in child and adolescent mental health last fall. FFH representatives said the pandemic also impacted children’s physical health.
The CDC reports childhood obesity in the U.S. is a serious public health issue and studies are showing twice as many children experienced an increase in BMI during that time.
A few other issues seen include:
These are just some of the topics Health Coach Sharla Scotten is hoping to address with students at Hannah Penn K-8 in York County.
“We are excited for the launch of the health coach role at Hannah Penn’s School-Based Health Center,†said Erica Johnson, the School-Based Health Center Manager for Family First Health. “The role will help to improve the social, emotional, and physical wellness of the students, their families, and ultimately, the community.â€
