Tag: Pend Oreille County

Life Expectancy on the 1-90 Corridor

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Did you see this picture in The Spokesman Review today? 

This map helps to highlight the motivation behind a lot of the work we do at Better Health Together. When it comes to health, not all zip codes are created equal. BHT is committed to addressing not just access to health care, but the social determinants of health outcomes as well. Things like access to healthy and affordable food, a safe house to sleep in, clean air, walkable streets, and the emotional support people need to be healthy. Working collaboratively to close the gap on these health disparities is crucial to ensuring health for all in Eastern Washington.

Newport Community Hospital: Free Screening Clinic

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Bridging the care gap for patients in rural communities is a current priority among health care organizations across our region. In Pend Oreille County, Newport Hospital & Health Services is partnering with Shriners Hospital for Children to address the health needs of children through a free clinic for anyone 18 years and under living with orthopedic conditions, spinal cord injuries, cleft lip and palate, or burn injuries. The clinic will be held on Saturday, April 23rd from 10 AM to 2 PM in the Family Health Center. No appointment is required. Once accepted for services, patients will be referred to Spokane Shriners Hospital for further treatment, regardless of ability to pay. If you or someone you know might benefit from services offered by Shriners and this event, please share this information so we can continue to bridge the health disparities gap in our rural communities.

For additional information please contact Dale Cooper (509)325-1536 or Bob McVicker (509)489-1756 or visit Newport Hospital & Health Services and Shriners Hospital for Children.