It is American Heart Month – a time in which our nation spotlights heart disease! The leading cause of death in the United States is heart disease. When referring to disease there several types of heart conditions. 600,000 Americans lose...
Becoming 95% Protected With Second Dose of Vaccine
As Mercedes Campbell, LPN administered the second dose of the Moderna vaccine to Barrett Young, chief executive officer of The Mission, Dr. Rachael Evans, chief medical officer at Henry J. Austin Health Center, explained that the second dose of this...
Emerging COVID-19 Strains
Since its startling strike in early March of 2020 we are learning more and more about the COVID-19 virus as we continue to practice preventative measures and care for one another. However, we are not just learning about combating the...
Free COVID-19 Rapid Testing
Test results provided in 15 minutes and no appointment needed! If you think you need to get tested, please go to the closest location near you: Trenton Central Highschool 400 Chambers St, Trenton, NJ 08609 Every Thursday and Friday until...
Wear Two Masks: It’s Twice the Protection
As the pandemic continues to bring unforeseeable fates, we are constantly trying to find effective ways to stay safe and healthy while protecting ourselves from the coronavirus as best we can. It is now being said that two masks will...
At Risk & Homeless Teenagers
Everyday thousands of young people experience homelessness. Across the nation, over 35,000 youth were counted on a single night as homeless. Many of which sleep unsheltered and without the safety, stability, or support of their families or homes. These numbers...
CLOSED: 2/1/21 – 2/2/21
Due to the snowstorm, all of our sites are closed for on-site services Monday and Tuesday, February 1-2, 2021. Appointments will be converted to telemedicine as appropriate or rescheduled for a future date on-site. All COVID-19 testing and vaccinations will...
MV Club 55 Gives to Henry J. Austin Health Center
We received a special donation of gift bags for our patients that include blankets, hats, hygiene products and more from the social service organization, MV 55 Club. MV 55 Club was started in 2005 and has been actively involved in...
STD Testing Available through Telemedicine & At-Home Testing
Many are still trying to adapt to new norms and navigating appointments during this pandemic. Regular check-ups and yearly screenings have been effected as a result. The National Coalition of STD Directors have found that 83% of STD programs have...
A Doctor’s Insights on Getting Vaccinated
Dr. Rachael Evans, Chief Medical Officer at Henry J. Austin Health Center, shared thoughts about the pandemic with Barrett Young, Chief Executive Officer of The Mission, as Theresa Ross Kennebrew, LPN administered the Moderna vaccine to him. Barrett was among...
COVID-19 Vaccine Explained
As we reflect back on the history and evolution of vaccinations there is one inevitability, both then and now… Vaccinations must be safe. That’s the only way vaccines will continue to be successful in the United States. Vaccines have a...
Safe Ways to Spend Your Holidays Season During Coronavirus
Many people are beginning to plan for fall and winter holiday celebrations and holiday season looks a lot different this year. When planning to host a holiday celebration you should assess current COVID-19 levels in your community as well as...