May was declared as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month over 35 years ago by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). This month is not just a time for education and awareness for families, it is also the...
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National Minority Health Month
April is National Minority Health Month (NMHM), a time to raise awareness about disparities within our health care system that continuously affect racial and ethical minority communities. The origin of National Minority Health Month started in 1915 as National Negro...
Medicaid Is A Lifeline for Millions
April is Medicaid Awareness Month and there has never been a more critical time to highlight the care Medicaid provides to children and families. Across the nation and all month-long activists and advocates are highlighting the essential program for more...
Get Screened, It Can Save Your Life
The second leading cause of cancer deaths in America is Colorectal Cancer. March is National Colorectal Cancer Month and we want you to know the important facts about this cancer. The great news is colorectal cancer is preventable and early...
American Heart Month
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...
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...
Reduce your Chance of COVID-19
As we move into the winter months we are met with the spread of influenza as well as COVID-19. Health officials in the United States are advising getting a flu shot this year may not only combat the spread of...
Dental Care is Vital this Month and Every Month
It is National Dental Hygiene Month! Good oral health is strong teeth, healthy gums, and fresh breath. Brushing your teeth and regular check-ups and cleanings with your dentist and dental hygienist are very important. An essential part of our daily...
Are You Having a Hard Time Coping with Quarantine?
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has been stressful for countless people. It is normal to experience a range of emotions including fear, anxiety, grief and more. It’s vital to remember if your symptoms or emotions last more than two weeks you...
Never Forgotten, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
The lives of one in four women and families are forever altered by the death of their child during pregnancy, at birth and in infancy. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), over a million pregnancies end in miscarriages...
Talking About Sex Can Help to Stay Sexually Healthy
September is Sexual Health Awareness Month which is dedicated to promoting knowledge about sexually transmitted diseases, safe sex, and sexual assault. In an effort to eliminate the stigmatism surrounding discussing sexual health topics open and honest dialogue, spreading awareness, and...
Henry J. Austin Health Center Plays Key Role in Trenton COVID-19 Testing and Response
The federally qualified health center provides access to receiving a COVID-19 test prescription to residents in Trenton without a primary care physician or who do not have insurance. TRENTON, NJ – Henry J. Austin Health Center’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr....
RxLocal App Available for Pharmacy Patients
Refill medications, text a pharmacist and more! Henry J. Austin Health Center Pharmacy Department now offers a free app for any current pharmacy patient. The Rx Local app allows patients to text our pharmacists about anything relating to their prescriptions, watch...
5 things you need to know about Hep C
Over 2 million Americans have Hepatitis C. Are you one of them? May is Hepatitis Awareness Month. Debra Oliver, APN, and coordinator for Project ACCESS, talks about Hepatitis C with AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer JoAnn Whetsell. Q1: What is hepatitis? Hepatitis...