NAFC Urges Senate & House Members to Prioritize Needs of Millions of Americans Over Politics in House FY2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, & Related Agencies Appropriations Bill Alexandria, VA, July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) expresses their profound disappointment with the cuts and program […]
The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) would like to express our profound disappointment with the cuts and program eliminations proposed in the House FY2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. The bill disregards health equity, women’s health care, and gender-affirming health care, revealing an indifference to the […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month – a time to learn more about and recognize the importance of taking care of our mental health and well-being. With so much focus on physical health, it’s easy to forget that our minds require love and attention, too. This month also offers an important reminder for everyone to […]
“Community Routes: Access to Mental Health Care” helps uninsured patients access healthcare for anxiety and depression, and is a partnership between Direct Relief, the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) and Teva Pharmaceuticals The expansion of medicine donations for anxiety and depression into seven new states across the United States has the potential […]
Today, the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) released the 2023 Data Report. The Data Report includes insights from 775 free and charitable clinics across the United States to determine the status, demand, and needs of healthcare in communities across the country. In total, there were 5.8 million patient visits at free and […]
Alexandria, VA, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) presented the Seventh and Final Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Award for Health Equity to Nancy Lascheid, Co-Founder of Neighborhood Health Clinic in Naples, Florida. A true loss to her community, Nancy Lascheid passed away on August 22, 2022. She […]
March is National Nutrition Month, a great time to discuss the importance of good nutrition and healthy eating habits. Eating nutritious foods and practicing healthy lifestyles are key to our overall health and well-being. Making smart food choices can be fun and essential for developing a strong body and mind to manage our daily lives […]
Alexandria, VA, Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) welcomes new officers and three new members to their 2023 Board of Directors. Maureen Tomoschuk, President & CEO of Community Volunteers in Medicine in Pennsylvania, has been elected to serve as Chair of the NAFC board. Tomoschuk previously […]
In the fall, the Flu, COVID-19, and RSV viruses were circulating and spreading with threats of a “tripledemic.” Here is what you need to know about these viruses, what is still a concern, and how to best protect yourself. What is RSV? RSV – which stands for Respiratory Syncytial Virus – is a virus that […]
February is American Heart Month, which provides a great opportunity to discuss heart health. The heart is the most important organ, as it operates as the center of circulation for your body. Since it delivers nutrients, oxygen and ultimately powers your body, it’s important to take care of it! Here’s what you should know about […]
