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Healthcare At Home and Abroad

Mar 08, 2018
Pittsburgh Blog

"I have many fond memories from the past year, during which I pursued my Master’s Degree in Scotland. Understandably, I still miss hearing the Scottish brogue, eating haggis, and walking on the slick cobblestone streets of Old Town Edinburgh. But as I have progressed further along into my AmeriCorps service year stateside, I have increasingly grown to miss something from the UK that I never thought I would: its healthcare system."

One Size Does Not Fit All

Mar 06, 2018
Chicago Blog

Health Educator Lena Law recalls an influential learning experience and how she realized that an effective health education lesson does not look the same for everyone.

Advocacy by Janelle Kono

Mar 05, 2018
Philadelphia Blog

“These two resilient individuals reminded me that true advocacy comes through learning from those directly affected, and partnering with them to make a difference.”

Host Site Mentor Spotlight: Health Center #4 by Mary Bridge

Mar 03, 2018
Philadelphia Blog

“It’s not a free clinic, its a health center with extremely passionate and accomplished professionals who are going to do everything in their power to try and help you.”

The Barriers Between Low-Income Families and Fresh Produce

Feb 28, 2018
North Florida Blog

"With heart disease, cancer, and stroke as some of the most common causes of death in Duval County, it is important to educate community members on the importance on eating healthy and providing tips on how to achieve a healthier lifestyle."

Communication is Key

Feb 28, 2018
Chicago Blog

Health Educator Devon Martinez shares her learning experience with effective communication through classroom experience and student interaction.

We All We Got, We All We Need by Lucy Witchell

Feb 26, 2018
Philadelphia Blog

But most importantly, Philadelphians don’t give up on those who don’t seem to have a chance; they instead give those people a shot so they can aspire to be something more.

Reducing Barriers to Realize Dreams: MLK Jr. Day of Service

Feb 23, 2018
North Florida Blog

"The service we commit to as National Health Corps Florida members is about reducing the stigma of social issues, increasing access to healthcare, providing education to the community to lead sustainable and healthier lives, and creating people-centered interactions."

Why I applied for NHC Chicago (and you should too!)

Feb 21, 2018
Chicago Blog

Member Avanthi Chatrathi reflects on her decision to apply to NHC Chicago last year, and how her term of service has affected her so far.

The Magic of Service by Sophia Naide

Feb 20, 2018
Philadelphia Blog

“Although I can’t single-handedly fix the brokenness of bloated healthcare costs, nor can I assist my patient with all of the challenges she’s facing, I had the honor of being with her during a vulnerable moment and helping her in a small, yet meaningful way.”

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