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Family First Health to Participate in National Health Center Week

Central PA (August 9, 2013) – Family First Health will participate in National Health Center Week 2013 (NHCW) to showcase the multitude of ways in which America’s Health Centers are actively changing, improving and innovating the health of their communities from August 11 – 17. This year’s theme is, “Celebrating America’s Health Centers: Transforming Healthcare in our Local Communities.”

As part of the weeklong events, Family First Health is giving tours to local legislators, and offering a free showing of “The Waiting Room,” a character-driven documentary film that goes behind the doors of an American public hospital struggling to care for a community of largely uninsured patients. Family First Health will also host an information table when the York Revolution take on the Camden Riversharks on Wednesday, August 14.

“Health Centers deliver high quality, cost effective, accessible care, keeping communities healthy and productive,” said Jenny Englerth, CEO of Family First Health. “The cost of care at a health center is affordable, but the quality is as good as any one finds in private practices—and studies prove it.”

According to the National Association of Community Health Centers, Health centers serve as the medical and health care home for 22.3 million people nationally—a number that is quickly growing. Currently, there are more than 9,000 locations across the country.

“Health centers employ nearly 10,000 physicians and more than 6,300 nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and certified nurse midwives, along with social workers, case managers, and community health workers,” said Englerth. “This is all part of a multi-faceted clinical team designed to treat the whole patient, organizing care and managing chronic disease, at the same time decreasing unnecessary, preventable and wasteful use of health resources.”

Family First Health has five locations throughout Central Pennsylvania (York, Gettysburg, Lewisberry and Hanover). The public can learn more about Community Health Center Week at www.healthcenterweek.org for more information on Family First Health, visit online at https://familyfirst19.wpengine.com/ and Like them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FamilyFirstHealth.

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About Family First Health

Founded in 1970, York Health Corporation, now Family First Health, is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to providing a broad range of primary health, dental care and social services at its sites on South George Street in York, Hannah Penn Middle School, Lewisberry, Hanover and Gettysburg. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, Family First Health offers a reduced fee program for the uninsured and accepts most other health insurances. For more information regarding the programs and services offered through Family First Health, please visit the Web site at www.familyfirsthealth.org. Se habla español.

June 6, 2013—The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) is advising all current and former patients of a York County dentist they might be at risk for infection after an investigation discovered the dental facility did not follow appropriate infection control procedures. DOH is recommending Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV testing for current or former patients who had dental procedures performed by Dr. Jacqueline A. Marcin, located at 1820 E. Market St. in York. Concerned patients of Dr. Marcin should contact their primary care provider for access to these tests.

Family First Health offers free walk-in HIV testing for patients and non-patients alike. Hepatitis B and C tests are offered to current Family First Health patients only.

A special, toll-free hotline has been set up by the Department of Health for this investigation. Dr. Marcin’s patients can call 1-855-265-4613 for more information or can visit the DOH website.

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Family First Health Screens FRESH Documentary

WHO:

Family First Health

WHAT:

Family First Health will be presenting a free screening of the documentary, FRESH.

FRESH celebrates the farmers, thinkers and business people across America who are re-inventing our food system. Each has witnessed the rapid transformation of our agriculture into an industrial model, and confronted the consequences: food contamination, environmental pollution, depletion of natural resources, and morbid obesity. Forging healthier, sustainable alternatives, they offer a practical vision for a future of our food and our planet.

FRESH is meant to be used as a platform for change, a tool for community action.

WHERE:

York Little Theater

27 S. Belmont Street

York, PA 17403

WHEN:

Tuesday, April 30

6:00-6:30 pm – Reception

6:30 pm – Film Screening

INTERVIEWS:

Jenny Englerth, CEO, Family First Health

 

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About Family First Health

Founded in 1970, York Health Corporation, now Family First Health, is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to providing a broad range of primary health, dental care and social services at its sites on South George Street in York, Hannah Penn Middle School, Lewisberry, Hanover and Gettysburg. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, Family First Health offers a reduced fee program for the uninsured and accepts most other health insurances. For more information regarding the programs and services offered through Family First Health, please visit the Web site at www.familyfirsthealth.org. Se habla español.

 

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Family First Health Providers Telling Patients “Eat Your Greens!”

Community health center shares health tips on making fruits and vegetables part of the conversation with your doctor and dentist.

Central PA (March 16, 2013) –Family First Health, a community health center in York and Adams Counties, is encouraging patients to make fruits and veggies part of the discussion with their doctor and dentist. Through a series of events called “Eat Your Greens,” Family First Health is prescribing a healthier lifestyle to patients and non-patients alike.

Studies have shown that cost efficiencies in health care coverage can be attained by proactive health habits, like a well-balanced diet and high intake of fruits and vegetables. A major study by National Institutes of Health showed a 58 percent reduction in new cases of diabetes over five years with just a very modest lifestyle and diet intervention with a 5 percent weight loss.

“Having people take better care of themselves is one of the best ways of reducing the costs of health care coverage,” says Jenny Englerth, CEO of Family First Health. “We want our patients to know that they can be an active partner in their health by talking with their doctor or dentist about their diet.”

The public can visit FamilyFirstHealth.org/greens for more information on the benefits of eating a healthy diet and some myth-busting facts on healthy eating and budget. Follow Family First Health on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FamilyFirstHealth.

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About Family First Health

Founded in 1970, York Health Corporation, now Family First Health, is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to providing a broad range of primary health, dental care and social services at its sites on South George Street in York, Hannah Penn Middle School, Lewisberry, Hanover and Gettysburg. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, Family First Health offers a reduced fee program for the uninsured and accepts most other health insurances. For more information regarding the programs and services offered through Family First Health, please visit the Web site at www.familyfirsthealth.org. Se habla español.

Family First Health has implemented a LEVEL ONE CLOSING due to inclement weather. A Level One Closing means that we are closed to patients, but open to staff. If you have an appointment today, please call after opening hours to reschedule.

Thank you!

Family First Health works hard to make sure our friends and neighbors are healthy and able to share in the warmth of the season. With a gift of good health during this holiday season, a child in our community could receive:

$200 – a well-child check-up $100 – a panoramic x-ray of their mouth $75 – a comprehensive oral exam $50 – a dental cleaning Please mail contributions to: Family First Health ATTN: Courtney Lewis, Director of Development 116 S. George St. 3rd floor York, PA 17401 To make a secure, online donation, please submit here:

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Any contribution, in any amount that is most comfortable for you, makes an impact on the 20,000 community members of York and Adams counties that we provide medical, dental, and social services to throughout the year.

Why is access to medical care important? Well, ask Antron, a third grader who had dental insurance coverage but could not get an appointment to see a dentist. No matter how hard his mom tried, she could not get Antron a dental appointment to take care of his worsening tooth pain. Every office that she called which accepted their insurance plan told her they were not taking new patients.

Because Antron did not have access to dental care, he was often in the school nurse’s office for terrible tooth pain from these untreated dental problems. He was unable to focus in his classes. His dental problems restricted his diet until he could only eat foods that were not too hot or cold. Antron could not function — he was in too much pain.

One of our Family First Health Dentists saw Antron for a dental screening we held at his school. There, the dentist saw right away why Antron was in so much pain — four of his teeth needed to be pulled, four had cavities and there were also several abscesses. Without prompt dental care, Antron could be on the path to developing severe medical complications from these untreated dental problems.

Thanks to the Family First Health dental outreach program, we swiftly transitioned Antron into dental care at our school-based health center, where, with his mother’s permission, he began to receive treatment during school hours. This convenient scheduling removed another barrier to his ability to get care.

Today, because Antron finally has access to the dental care he needs, he is a healthy, happy third grader free from tooth pain. Antron’s little brother is starting dental care with us before he develops any serious dental problems.

Swift access to medical care helps people get the care they need when they need it, and preventative services stop problems before they start. We’re proud to have provided these services.

Please help children like Antron today. With your donation, we can continue to provide high-quality medical, dental and social services to those who need it most. 

$200 – a well-child check-up $100 – a panoramic x-ray of their mouth $75 – a comprehensive oral exam $50 – a dental cleaning Please mail contributions to: Family First Health ATTN: Courtney Lewis, Director of Development 116 S. George St. 3rd floor York, PA 17401 To make a secure, online donation, please submit here:

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Family First Health of York, PA  is proud to announce the selection of Ms. Anessa Inman as the recipient of the Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers (PACHC) 2012 Outstanding Primary Care Clinician Award in recognition of her significant contribution in the delivery of primary care to vulnerable populations, thereby improving quality, access and outcomes of care.

Family First Health is also proud to announce the selection of Mr. Rolando Nieves as the recipient of the 2012 Customer Service Award in recognition of his dedication to customer service excellence, genuine hospitality and highly effective business interactions with health center patients as well as with his colleagues.

The Awards for Primary Care Excellence (APEX Awards) were distributed by PACHC at an honorary luncheon as part of its Annual Statewide Conference and Clinical Summit, held in Lancaster, PA.

“It really is an honor to have Ms. Inman and Mr. Nieves recognized for their outstanding work,” said Jenny Englerth, CEO of Family First Health. “They are so committed to what they do and who they serve, always making sure the patients are their number one priority and receiving unmatched quality care. Family First Health is proud to employ such outstanding health professionals.”

The Pennsylvania Awards Primary Care Excellence, established in 2009, represents the pinnacle of service, quality, innovation and achievement in primary health care, and are designed to recognize the outstanding efforts of dedicated individuals and teams who work in and for Pennsylvania’s community of Community Health Centers .

Other winners of APEX Awards were also recognized in the categories of Lifetime Achievement, Patient Choice, Community Ambassador, and Outstanding (Rural) Primary Care Physician. A full list of the winners is available by contacting the Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers at (717) 761-6443, ext. 205.

Family First Health is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) that is accessible, community-minded, and dedicated to addressing the health care needs of uninsured individuals and underserved communities, regardless of the ability to pay.

For more information or to schedule an interview with Family First Health, CEO, Jenny Englerth, please call 717-801-4810.