Stable housing is healthcare. Without it, managing health is nearly impossible. How Housing Affects Health: Unstable housing = chronic stress = illness Homelessness = exposure
Fall means flu season. Vaccines protect you and your community. Why Vaccinate: Personal protection from serious illness Community immunity protects vulnerable populations Reduces healthcare system
Service provision treats symptoms. Policy change addresses root causes. Our Advocacy Priorities: Medicaid expansion in Florida CHW certification and reimbursement Affordable housing investment School-based health
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Early detection saves lives. Who Needs Screening: Women 40+: Annual mammograms Women 20-39: Clinical breast exams every 3 years
Community health organizations often talk about being “community-driven.” Five Health is working to actually be it. This post describes how we center community voice in
More than 37 million Americans have diabetes. In Miami-Dade County, diabetes rates are higher than the national average, especially in Black and Latinx communities. Diabetes
Community health organizations face persistent funding challenges: short grant cycles, restricted funding, and reliance on philanthropy that can disappear. Five Health is piloting innovative funding
Healthcare doesn’t always require an in-person visit. Telehealth—virtual doctor appointments via video or phone—makes care more convenient and accessible. Five Health is expanding telehealth options
Healthcare doesn’t always require an in-person visit. Telehealth—virtual doctor appointments via video or phone—makes care more convenient and accessible. Five Health is expanding telehealth options
Hurricane season runs through November. Being prepared protects your health and safety. Before the Storm Medications: Refill prescriptions now so you have at least a
