Every August, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) sponsors National Health Center Week (NHCW) to celebrate and increase awareness of America’s 1,400 Community Health Centers (CHCs). National Health Center Week is an opportunity to highlight the commitment and passion of…
World Breast Feeding Week
Summer events are among us! Please join for this annual event where we celebrate breastfeeding mamas. This annual event is hosted by the Grant County Breastfeeding Coalition and will be held at McCosh Park on Friday, August 2nd from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. There will be prize drawings and refreshments…
Quincy Back to School Fair
In honor of National Health Center Week Quincy Community Health Center is hosting its annual Back to School Fair. The BTS Fair will be held on Thursday, August 8th from 2:00pm - 6:00pm at the Port of Quincy, 101 F Street SW, Quincy. Bring the family and enjoy our celebration for National Health…
2024 Spittoon Award Recipient
2024 Spittoon Award Recipient
The Staff of Quincy Community Health Center
World TB Day – March 24, 2024
GRANT COUNTY HEALTH DISTRICT PRESS RELEASE:
QUINCY, WA – As the world commemorates World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, Grant County…
Combat Holiday Stress
Unwrap Relaxation: Combat Holiday Stress!
Feeling overwhelmed this holiday season? Don't let stress steal your joy! Here are some merry and bright tips to keep the holiday cheer alive:
1. Breathe & Believe
Take a pause…
Concussions
What is a concussion?
A “concussion” is the medical word for a mild traumatic brain injury. Concussions can happen after hitting your head or by a hit to the body that causes a rapid movement of the head and brain.
Don’t be fooled – Even though we call them “mild”…
Dangers of Vaping: The Facts.
Vaping: The Facts
The bottom line: Vaping is NOT safe, especially for youth.
What is a vape?
Vaping devices (also known as “vapes” and “vape pens”) are electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes. These are battery-powered devices that heat…
2023 National Health Center Week
NATIONAL HEALTH CENTER WEEK – LEGISLATIVE VISIT
THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023
Moses Lake, WA, August 10, 2023, MLCHC kicked off this National Health Center Week (NHCW) with social media reminders of what our CHCs do for the Grant County community and how important Community Health…
Risks of Sun Exposure
Risks of Sun Exposure
Can you really get cancer from the sun?
YES! Ultraviolet (also known as UV) rays from the sun damage the DNA in our skin cells, which can lead to skin cancer.
What kind of…
Ephrata Community Dental Clinic is getting a new location!
EPHRATA COMMUNITY DENTAL CLINIC RELOCATION
MONDAY, MAY 8, 2023
Ephrata, WA, May 8, 2023, Ephrata Community Dental Clinic’s 5-month renovation kicks off next month. The Dental Clinic previously announced the purchase of the Ahrend Law building at 457 1st Avenue NW, Ephrata to expand…
How Vaccines Work
Do you know why we sometimes give you shots when you come in for your yearly check-up? If not, then keep reading to learn!
To understand how vaccines work, you’ll need a brief understanding of the immune system first:
- Our bodies have many ways…