August 12, 2022

In Remembrance of Peggy Fitch

This week the NAFC said goodbye to and celebrated the incredible life of our friend Peggy Fitch after her unexpected passing. Peggy has worked with the NAFC since the first CARE Clinic event held in Houston in 2009. She started as part of the planning team, one of our “captains” and eventually became the lead [...]
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August 12, 2022

Back to School: How You Can Help Children In Need This Fall

Back-to-school season is quickly approaching, and for some places in the U.S is here! It can be exciting and nerve-racking for children, but being prepared as a parent can help calm their nerves. There are also numerous resources to help children who may need assistance, whether it’s with school supplies or healthcare. Here are some […]

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July 19, 2022

Summer Safety: Keeping Healthy Under the Sun

Summer is usually the hottest season of the year and when you’ll probably be hanging outdoors and in the sun a lot. Summer safety is really important for you and your family as too much time under the sun and in the heat can be dangerous for your health. Being aware of the sun’s dangers […]

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June 8, 2022

Direct Relief, the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics and Teva Pharmaceuticals Partner to Advance Access to Behavioral Health Services

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. & PARSIPPANY, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Direct Relief, the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC), and Teva Pharmaceuticals today launched a new program to expand medication access and provide grant funding to free and charitable clinics that care for medically underserved patients suffering from depression and/or anxiety. Teva is providing free and […]

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May 9, 2022

Interested in Starting a Free Clinic? Our VIM Program Can Help

Going back decades and then some, community leaders throughout the years and throughout the United States at some point in their lives recognized the needs of their neighbors who had no access to healthcare, and they decided to take action. In this blog post, we’ll look at the action of one man in particular, Dr. […]

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May 2, 2022

The Importance of Mental Healthcare

May is Mental Health Awareness Month — one of the most important health-related months of the year! Established in 1949, Mental Health Awareness month came about to raise awareness on the importance of mental well-being for ourselves, our families, and everyone in our communities. Alongside our physical health, good mental health represents an equally important […]

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April 19, 2022

Strengthening Community Health: Why You Should Volunteer with Your Local Clinic

Volunteers play a vital role in the sustainment, growth, and health of communities across the country. This is especially true when it comes to health equity and accessibility. Whether they’re a medical volunteer or non-medical, a volunteer nurse or a student, individuals who commit their valuable time and energy to support their communities are the […]

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April 13, 2022

Emergency Disaster Relief: Helping Clinics, Helping Patients

At the NAFC, our work is inextricably tied to that of the free and charitable clinics and pharmacies we support. So, when disaster strikes, we are there and ready to provide these organizations with the guidance and resources they need to get back on their feet quickly and be able to assist and support their […]

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