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With so many temptations around, it is easy to slip into unhealthy habits - [Stop The Stigma](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/stop-the-stigma/) - Who is at risk for HIV: Anyone engaging in sexual activity without condoms Anyone having sexual encounters with multiple partners Men who have sex with men Anyone with STDs/STIs IV Drug users—especially those sharing injection equipment with anyone of unknown HIV status. Who is at risk for HIV Stigma? Anyone who is HIV Positive What - [National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-hiv-aids-and-aging-awareness-day/) - National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAD) is recognized annually on September 18th to bring attention to the growing number of people living long and full lives with HIV. The awareness day also calls attention to the unique health and social needs/challenges of HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and care in older adults. This presents a - [Know Your Status](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/know-your-status/) - As noted in previous blogs, our social media platforms, and of particular note during our Podcast (The HIV Journey-- released in June), “Know Your Status” is key when it comes to HIV. What does this mean? Knowing your status means knowing if you are HIV positive or not. The only way to know your HIV - [National HIV Testing Day Recap](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-hiv-testing-day-recap/) - Each year in the United States, National HIV Testing Day is observed on June 27. Testing is available in various locations and by various methods. This year, Northwest Health Services’ HIV Prevention Team held a free testing event at our Family Medicine Associates location. 22 individuals sought testing that day. This may seem like a - [Northwest Health Chillicothe Medical Opening Soon!](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/northwest-health-chillicothe-medical-opening-soon/) - We are thrilled to announce that Northwest Health Chillicothe will be opening its doors on Monday, June 5th! The medical clinic, located in the heart of Chillicothe, MO, will offer primary care appointments to patients in the local community and surrounding areas across Northwest Missouri. As part of our commitment to providing exceptional healthcare services, - [Northwest to Join the Chillicothe Community](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/chillicothe/) - SAINT JOSEPH, MISSOURI | Northwest Health Services (NHS) is excited to announce an expansion of its services to the Chillicothe community. NHS began providing health care in Northwest Missouri in 1983, opening its first clinics in Mound City. Since then, the organization has expanded across 15 counties with 20 clinics, including medical, dental, behavioral health - [Northwest Health Celebrating 40 Years!](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/northwest-health-celebrating-40-years/) - Northwest Health Services (NHS) is celebrating 40 years as an organization! NHS was established in 1983 when the first clinic opened in Mound City, Missouri. Since then, NHS has expanded services across 15 counties in Northwest Missouri. Throughout its 40 years of operation, Northwest Health Services has continued its commitment towards improving the quality of - [Is PrEP right for you?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/is-prep-right-for-you/) - Before deciding if PrEP is for you or not, take a look at your sex and/or drug use habits. Keep in mind PrEP is for everyone, not just a specific group of people. You might consider PrEP if any of the following apply to you: Have had anal or vaginal sex in the past six - [PrEP vs. PEP](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/19526-2/) - Have you ever heard of the acronym, PrEP or PEP? If you are not familiar with these, please allow us to explain. PrEP stands for, “Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis”. PrEP is a medication that is taken once a day to prevent HIV. PrEP is extremely effective when taken as prescribed. It reduces about 97% of HIV transmission - [KNOW YOUR STATUS-GET SCREENED FOR HIV](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/know-your-status-get-screened-for-hiv/) - In June, Northwest Health Services hosted a free HIV screening event at our Downtown Health Center. This event was well attended—possibly because of the free food—who doesn’t like free food, right? However, there were numerous individuals seeking the free HIV Screenings. Definitely, more folks than we anticipated—which was actually a good thing and an indication - [ABC](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/abc/) - Hello everyone! September is upon us! The summer is winding down (except on the thermometer). Students are heading back to their classrooms. During this time, many families are checking to be certain their children are up to date on health screenings, sports physicals and immunizations. Older teens/young adults are heading off to college or vocational - [Let's Stop the Stigma](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/lets-stop-the-stigma/) - Stigma is defined as, “a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or persons.” HIV has many stigmas attached to it. It is our duty to stop the spread of negative HIV stigma and educate those about it. Just a few of the negative stigmas are, judging individuals about taking the necessary precautions - [Do Your Part](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/do-your-part/) - In previous blogs, we’ve mentioned Ending the HIV Epidemic or the EHE Initiative. This was put into place in 2019. The initiative relies on four basic strategies, to achieve our goal of ending the HIV epidemic in the United States by 2030. The four strategies are: Diagnose all people with HIV as early as possible. Treat people - [National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/nationalblackhiv-aidsawarenessday/) - National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is Monday, February 7. This is a day set aside annually to raise awareness of the disproportionate impact of HIV on African Americans. This awareness day is also intended to stress the importance of increasing access to HIV education, testing, treatment, and prevention services. On this awareness day, and throughout - [Northwest Health Announces "Official" Name of Chillicothe Facility](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/northwest-health-announces-official-name-of-chillicothe-facility/) - Northwest Health Services is pleased to announce that the new facility in Chillicothe, Missouri, will officially be named “Northwest Health Chillicothe.” The new facility will feature 4 clinic services all under one roof: Chillicothe Medical Clinic Chillicothe Dental Clinic Chillicothe Behavioral Health Chillicothe Pharmacy Services Construction has been going very well, and the - [National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-women-and-girls-hiv-aids-awareness-day/) - Thursday, March 10, 2022 marks the 17th annual observance of National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD). Every year on March 10th and throughout the entire month of March—local, state, federal and national organizations come together to focus on this topic. The purpose of this awareness day is to shed light on the impact - [Be Aware and Prepare! (HIV Awareness)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/be-aware-and-prepare-hiv-awareness/) - BE AWARE AND PREPARE!! Many adults don’t like to even think about HIV. They certainly don’t want to think their children or young adult loved ones could be at risk of contracting HIV. Yet, whether or not we want to think about it--the reality is—our youth are definitely at risk. Young adults have a lot - [Sexual Assault Awareness](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/sexual-assault-awareness/) - April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. By definition, sexual assault means any nonconsensual sexual act proscribed by Federal, Tribal, or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. No one wants to think or talk about Sexual Assault. Yet, the reality is sexual assaults does occur. The statistics are alarming, especially in the - [National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day—May 19, 2022](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-asian-and-pacific-islander-hiv-aids-awareness-day/) - May 19th is National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and it’s such an important day. This day was officially observed back in 2005 and rightfully so. This specific day was founded by Banyan Tree Project and their goal is to encourage Asian and Pacific Islanders to get tested for HIV. Did you know - [Hepatitis Awareness Month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/hepatitis-awareness-month/) - The month of May is designated as Hepatitis Awareness Month in the United States, and May 19th is Hepatitis Testing Day. During May, the CDC and public health organizations work to shed light on the impact of these hidden epidemics by raising awareness of viral hepatitis while encouraging testing and vaccination. Hepatitis Awareness Month activities - [HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/hiv-long-term-survivors-awareness-day/) - June 5th is HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day. This year’s theme is: “Mobilize to Thrive: Prioritizing Quality of Life.” The selection of June 5th for this annual observance coincides with the anniversary of the first official reporting of what became known as the AIDS epidemic on June 5, 1981. It was on that date that - [National HIV Testing Day](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-hiv-testing-day/) - On June 27th each year, National HIV Testing Day (NHTD), is observed. The purpose of this is to emphasize and encourage HIV testing. As you may know, HIV testing is encouraged for all individuals between the ages of 15 and 64 at least once in their lifetime. In certain cases, HIV testing is encouraged even - [HIV Awareness & Treatment](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/hiv-awareness-treatment/) - HIV Awareness & Testing Happy Wednesday to all! In light of ‘National HIV Testing Day’ which was held yesterday, June 27, we thought it would be great to post some follow up information for anyone out there who has or might have HIV. Background of HIV According to the CDC, an estimated 1.1 - [PrEP Awareness Week 2021](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/prep-awareness-week-2021/) - This Week is PrEP Aware Week: Many people are still unaware of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) or have questions about PrEP. PrEP is a highly effective medication to prevent HIV. Often individuals who could benefit from PrEP mistakenly think it not affordable. Many don't know where to access PrEP or even how to begin a conversation - [BIG NEWS for the North End Health Center & Pharmacy!](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/clinicrelocation/) - NORTHWEST HEALTH SERVICES NORTH END HEALTH CENTER & PHARMACY TO CHANGE LOCATION SAINT JOSEPH, MISSOURI | Northwest Health Services is excited to announce its new location for the North End Health Center & Pharmacy. The North End Health Center was established in December of 2003 and later added pharmacy services in June of - [Do COVID-19 Vaccines Protect Against the Delta Variant?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/do-covid-19-vaccines-protect-against-the-delta-variant/) - New COVID-19 infections in the US are the result of the Delta variant. This new mutation can avoid immune responses easier than previous strains. New studies have been released showing how effective vaccines are against the Delta variant. How does each vaccine do against the Delta variant? The data isn’t definitive, and more research needs - [Protections from Surprise Medical Bills](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/protections-from-surprise-medical-bills/) - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a rule that will restrict out-of-pocket costs from surprise billing practices. Surprise billing happens when people get care outside of their health network. Occasionally, patients are unaware of in and out-of-network charges. For this reason, a provider can charge the patient the remainder of what - [Rapid Decrease in Breast and Cervical Cancer Screenings](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/rapid-decrease-in-breast-and-cervical-cancer-screenings/) - Cancer screening tests received by women through the Center for Disease and Control (CDC) have decreased. At this time the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program declined by 87% for breast cancer. Cervical cancer screenings decreased by 84%. The study that found the reduction highlighted the impact on women of racial and ethnic - [Proposed Changes to the Affordable Care Act](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/proposed-changes-to-the-affordable-care-act/) - Proposed Changes in Access to Health Coverage The new administration in Washington has made a few changes to health coverage for Americans. With this in mind, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed a series of provisions that uphold the White Houses’ commitment to building on the Affordable Care Act (ACA). For instance, - [Will I Need a COVID Booster Shot?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/will-i-need-a-covid-booster-shot/) - Will I Need A COVID Booster Shot? The delta variant first identified in India now makes up about 20 percent of all new cases in the United States. Surprisingly, that’s up to ten percent from last week. At this point, experts are discussing when coronavirus booster shots are needed. Due to the delta variant’s fast - [Child Tax Credit Checks Arrive in July](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/child-tax-credit-checks-arrive-in-july/) - Child Tax Credit Checks Arrive in July The Child Tax Credit is a tax benefit to help families who are raising children. The federal government is sending monthly checks out starting in July. The tax credits are a part of the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package, and eligible families can receive as much as $3,600 - [The Delta Variant is Here](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/the-delta-variant-is-here/) - COVID-19 Delta Variant: What to Know Yes, COVID-19 is still happening. Of course, we know that COVID is so 2020, but unfortunately, there is a variant that is thought to be over 40 percent more transmissible than previous COVID-19 variants. The following information can help us learn more about the variants and how they impact - [Obamacare Survives Again](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/affordable-care-act-upheld/) - Obamacare Survives Third Supreme Court Challenge The United States Supreme Court rejected efforts by individuals and states working to strike down the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as, Obamacare. The ACA continues to be the law of the land because of the 7-2 opinion by the Supreme Court. Missourians can Take a Breath Millions - [Missouri SNAP Food Stamp Program Update](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/missouri-food-stamp-program-update/) - Starting later this summer, Missouri will take gradual steps and ease Missouri back to its regular SNAP/Food Stamp program operation. The Department of Social Services is sending letters starting in July to SNAP recipients notifying them of the changes. Looking Back In March of 2020, Missourians were able to receive the Pandemic Supplemental Nutrition Assistance - [COVID Vaccines Reduce Risk of Infection](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/covid-vaccines-reduce-risk-of-infection/) - Reduced Risk of Infection by 91 Percent A new CDC study finds the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer and Moderna) reduce the risk of infection by 91 percent for fully vaccinated people. This is great news! This simply adds to the evidence that these vaccines are working in our communities. CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, MD, - [PRIDE Awareness Month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/pride-awareness-month/) - June is PRIDE Awareness Month. PRIDE is an acronym for Personal Rights In Defense (and) Education. Here are a few suggestions to consider to improve your PRIDE awareness: Be an Ally—Show support to friends, family, co-workers and neighbors who are part of the LGBTQ community. One way to be supportive is by allowing those whom you suspect are LGBTQ - [Ending the HIV Epidemic](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/ending-the-hiv-epidemic/) - In 2019, the US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) launched and began implementation of a new initiative—Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America (EHE)—which aims to reduce new HIV infections in the United States by 75% by 2025—Just 4 years from now! And to reduce new HIV infections in the United States - [Mental Health Month - May 2021](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/mental-health-month-may-2021/) - May is Mental Health month. As stated by the World Health Organization, “There is no health without mental health.” In the course of a lifetime, not all people will experience a mental illness, but everyone will struggle or have a challenge with their mental well-being (i.e., their mental health) just like we all have challenges with - [The History of Health Centers In America](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/the-history-of-health-centers-in-america/) - You might have clicked on this blog because you have no idea what a “Health Center” is, or you do know what a Health Center is and you’re curious about how they started? Either way, this article should be of some help! Did you know that Health Centers were created by Civil Rights Activists in - [Suicide Prevention Month 2020](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/suicide-prevention-month-2020/) - September is Suicide Prevention month. On average, one person dies by suicide every 10.9 minutes according to the American Association of Suicidology’s 2018 data. Suicide is sometimes a difficult topic to discuss, but you can do your part to reduce the number of suicides by knowing the signs and what to do in situations. - [What is the coronavirus?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/what-is-the-coronavirus/) - An outbreak of a new strain of the virus, originating in China is spreading and making its way into other countries including the United States. Hundreds of cases have resulted in 26 deaths. Here’s what we know so far. Type of Disease: The outbreak known as coronavirus is not a new disease. Common coronaviruses cause - [Kidney Disease Awareness Month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/kidney-disease-awareness-month/) - March is National Kidney Disease Month. According to the National Kidney Foundation, kidneys filter 200 liters of blood a day, help regulate blood pressure and direct red blood cell production. But they are also prone to disease; 1 in 3 Americans is at risk for kidney disease due to diabetes, high blood pressure or a - [6 Ways to Take Care of Your Teeth During COVID-19](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/6-ways-to-take-care-of-your-teeth-during-covid-19/) - COVID-19 has the world changing day by day. These changes effect dental clinics across our nation greatly. According to the CDC, the virus is spread easily by droplets. This means someone could cough in the grocery store at 9 am and the virus sit there for someone to walk through and breathe in at 10 - [3 Tips to Treat Mental Health during COVID-19](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/3-tips-to-treat-mental-health-during-covid-19/) - The Coronavirus has been affecting our world for almost 5 months now! For some of us, it has been a nice break from our busy lives, and for others it can start to feel like a toll on our mental health. We asked two of our counselors at NHS (Cali Welch and Danielle Nielson) for - [What Are Trans Fats?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/what-are-trans-fats/) - Recently, the WHO (World Health Organization) made a statement urging all countries to get rid of trans fats in the food supply, even banning them by law if necessary.1 What Are Trans Fats? Most of the trans fat we eat comes from artificial trans fats.2 Artificial trans fats are made through a process called hydrogenation - [What's Happening To Veterans Healthcare?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/whats-happening-to-veterans-healthcare/) - Chances are you probably know a veteran. Many of us have ties to a veteran, whether it is family members or friends. Memorial Day helps us to remember our veterans and highlight how we can help. In healthcare we hear about the lack of health services dedicated to our veterans. Northwest Health Services has a - [D.E.A.R. 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And every year, thousands of people die by suicide? This has to - [10 Ways To Fight The Winter Blues](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/10-ways-to-fight-the-winter-blues/) - The heart of Winter is here, the days are short, the sun hides and you find yourself feeling a little down or not motivated. This is what we call the winter blues. “Winter blues is a general term, not a medical diagnosis. It’s fairly common, and it’s more mild than serious. It usually clears up - [COVID-19 Update (March 19, 2020)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/covid-19-update-march-19-2020/) - Currently, there are no positive cases of COVID-19 through Northwest Health Services clinics. There was some misinformation going around online, and we are clarifying that there are no positive cases through Northwest Health Services clinics. We have minimal testing available if you have symptoms CALL BEFORE visiting any Northwest Health Services clinics. The most up-to-date - [Northwest Health Services COVID-19 Statement](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/northwest-health-services-covid-19-statement/) - To our patients and the communities we serve, We are working diligently to ensure that we’re doing everything possible to keep our patients and our employees safe during this time of uncertainty. We have partnered with local, state and national agencies for guidance while navigating these evolving circumstances. We wanted to send a personal note - [Practice Coronavirus Safety Measures](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/stay-home-stay-safe-coronavirus-safety/) - Remain vigilant: Continue to practice safety measures to reduce COVID-19 exposure The coronavirus outbreak has swept the globe since it was first reported in Wuhan, China, in late 2019. Since then, healthcare officials have been working to respond to the virus. Northwest Missouri has had a surprisingly low number of confirmed cases. 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To watch this interview, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hqtg7XbA9XI Flu is awful right now. It’s rampant and for the lucky ones, they have the survival habits of Rick Grimes. This years’ flu - [Where should I take my child for a check-up?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/where-should-i-take-my-child-for-a-check-up/) - Whether you’re just experiencing the joy of having your first baby or have been at this parenting thing for a while, it’s always very important to get your children into a primary care provider on a regular basis as they grow and mature into a young adult. When should I schedule my child for their - [Autism Awareness Month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/autism-awareness-month/) - Hi everyone. My name is Rachel and I’m a Family Nurse Practitioner at NHS at the Family Medicine Associates location. I have been asked to write my first blog ever. The month of April celebrates and recognizes many health topics and concerns; one being the recognition/awareness of Autism (now called Autism Spectrum Disorder due to - [The Health Effects of Alcohol](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/health-effects-alcohol/) - Alcohol Awareness Month In honor of Alcohol Awareness month, we have gathered some important information and facts about Alcohol usage. Now, going out for a drink might not be harmful to your body, but if you drink excessively then you might consider reading this entire blog. Facts About Alcohol Here are some important - [WHEN SHOULD MY CHILD START SEEING THE DENTIST?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/child-start-seeing-dentist/) - Happy Wednesday everyone! As you may or may not know, February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and Northwest Health Services believes in bringing this awareness to our community in any way we can. WHY? Well because it matters a ton, probably more than most people would think. Whether you’re a new parent, experienced parent - [Mental Health Services Expanding Across Northwest Missouri](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/mental-health-services-expanding-across-northwest-missouri/) - MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES EXPANDING IN NORTHWEST Behavioral Health is one of the leading battles for Northwest Missouri including St. Joseph and the surrounding area. Northwest Health Services is committed to serving our community by providing behavioral health services across the state. This is why we're looking for more people to join our team! WHAT - [What's with the Flu?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/whats-with-the-flu/) - What’s with the Flu? Oh flu season, your presence continues to scare everyone from new moms, teachers, business owners and in our experience at Northwest Health, our Accounts Payable team (Shout out to Camille!) . In my experience the flu was a term normally used to excuse myself from a test I was ill (pun - [What's Going On With ObamaCare?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/whats-going-obamacare-2/) - What’s Going on with Obamacare? Housekeeping Are you up in the air about Obamacare (the Affordable Care Act) or don’t know what’s going on? We’ve got you covered! There’s a lot of talk and news coverage going on in the public right now about the ACA and how it’s going away. Most - [Family Health Carnival - 2017](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/family-health-carnival-2017/) - Happy Friday! Our Family Health Carnival was a HUGE success! We hosted over 800 guests at our Family Medicine Associates clinic in St. Joseph. Free health screenings such as dental, blood pressure and blood sugar were offered to individuals at the event to promote the importance of preventative healthcare. Our goal is to encourage - [National Health Center Week - Women's Health Awareness](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-health-center-week-womens-health-awareness/) - Women’s Health Awareness Week Being healthy is important for women of all ages. As women, we often put our health on hold to tend to others, but being healthy ourselves benefits us and those we love. There are some simple steps you can do to stay well. First, choose a primary care provider, and - [Can I Get Insurance in Missouri?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/can-get-insurance-missouri-2/) - UPDATED August 7, 2017: The Affordable Care Act, also known as the ACA, has stirred up some confusion and panic among individuals in the state of Missouri over the last several months. With the new administration getting ready to vote on a replacement plan soon and Blue Cross Blue Shield dropping out at the end - [National Health Center Month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-health-center-month/) - National Health Center Week (Month) Happy Tuesday! It’s August, which means National Health Center Week is just around the corner! To celebrate this year, Northwest Health Services is claiming the ENTIRE month of August as National Health Center Month! All month long we will be hosting employee appreciation lunches, community breakfasts, a family - [Take Some Time](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/take-some-time/) - Take Some Time Today for Mike Stroud, FNP We’d like to take a moment to reach out to friends, patients, peers and our community to take some time for one of Northwest Health’s and St. Joseph’s most beloved caregivers. We’d appreciate your thoughts and prayers for Mike as he battles Esophageal cancer. For the past - [July Fourth Safety Tips](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/july-fourth-safety-tips/) - July 4th Safety Tips Can you believe it? July Fourth is just around the corner! It’s a great day to spend outside grilling some food, spending time with family and most importantly shooting off really cool fireworks. BUT, before you go and do something crazy, consider these safety tips! Ten Safety Tips According - [Can I Get Insurance In Missouri?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/can-get-insurance-missouri/) - The Affordable Care Act, also known as the ACA, has stirred up some confusion and panic among individuals in the state of Missouri over the last several months. With the new administration getting ready to vote on a replacement plan soon and Blue Cross Blue Shield dropping out at the end of the year, it’s - [Why is Primary Care Important?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/why-is-primary-care-important/) - Growth in the primary healthcare sector (your general doctors out there) is expected to increase by 18 percent by 2023 and policy makers and other observers are concerned. According to finding from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) our population is aging and with investment in health insurance programs nationwide we are expected to. . . have - [Vet2Vet Event - THIS SATURDAY!](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/vet2vet-event-saturday/) - Vet2Vet Event - Saturday, May 20th 10 am - 2 pm, Civic Arena The vet2vet event will be held THIS Saturday at the Civic Arena in St. Joseph, Missouri from 10 am - 2 pm. Northwest Health Services will be providing FREE blood sugar and blood pressure screenings for all who attend. Please, if - [Baby Safety Tips](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/baby-safety-tips/) - Healthcare Advice For New Parents Mother’s day is a special time of year for many, but can be a stressful time for fresh mom’s who have a newborn in the household. Having a newborn comes with a lot of change and can cause a mother or father to worry or stress about several things. - [Washing Your Hands Prevents Sickness](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/washing-hands-prevents-sickness/) - Can Washing Your Hands Keep You From Getting Sick? Washing your hands throughout the day just might save your life. According to the CDC, washing your hands prevents diseases and respiratory infections from spreading from one individual to another. Washing your hands can also improve the health of your town’s population too. Think about - [IMPORTANT: Mumps Case Confirmed In St. Joseph, Missouri](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/important-mumps-case-confirmed-st-joseph-missouri/) - *Due to the recent confirmed case of Mumps in St. Joseph, we have updated this blog with important health information on how to prevent from getting this disease. Mumps Outbreak In Missouri Living in Missouri doesn’t come with many health threats, however studies show that there has been a recent mumps outbreak - [Veteran's Choice Program Continues](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/veterans-choice-program-continues/) - Veteran’s Choice Program Will Continue On Wednesday, lawmakers passed an extension of the Veteran’s Choice Program. This move will help aid thousands of veterans with the health care they need. According to Military Times, the measure passed the chamber by a voice vote. Earlier in the week, it cleared the Senate without opposition. The White - [Mumps Outbreak In Missouri](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/mumps-outbreak-missouri/) - Mumps Outbreak In Missouri Living in Missouri doesn’t come with many health threats, however studies show that there has been a recent mumps outbreak occurring in February and March this year. According to the CDC, there have been more than 1,077 people reported to have mumps the last couple of months with Missouri being - [Tornado Safety Tips](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tornado-safety-tips/) - How Should You Prepare for a Tornado? Already! Can you believe it? In fact, tornado season hit the midwest a little early this year after last week’s storms which passed through on Monday evening producing multiple tornadoes, hard rain, hail and damage to the center of the country were said and done with. This - [Lack of Dentists In Missouri?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/lack-dentists-missouri/) - Lack of Dentists In Missouri? The state of Missouri has a lot to offer, but, when it comes to your health and even more specifically your teeth, there are not a lot of options for a healthy smile. Leaving us to think that it might not live up to it’s name “The Show-Me State.” - [What's Going on with Obamacare?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/whats-going-obamacare/) - What’s Going on with Obamacare? Housekeeping Are you up in the air about Obamacare (the Affordable Care Act) or don’t know what’s going on? We’ve got you covered! There’s a lot of talk and news coverage going on in the public right now about the ACA and how it’s going away. Most - [Colon Cancer Awareness Month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/colon-cancer-awareness-month/) - It’s March already! Can you believe it? This month is Colon Cancer Awareness month. Something that almost everyone forgets about until it’s brought up again. When we think about cancer our minds automatically refer to breast cancer or pancreatic cancer, which can both be very deadly. However, did you know that colon cancer is - [February Is Cardiac Month!](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/february-cardiac-month/) - Long ago when I was just a little boy I learned quickly that the obituaries were filled with reports of young 50 year old men who died. Most of them were dying of heart disease. A few years later quite by accident a night nurse was frustrated by these new heart monitors that would seemingly - [What Age Should You Start Brushing Your Baby's Teeth?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/age-start-brushing-babys-teeth/) - February is National Children’s Dental Month and a common question asked by moms and dads is what age should you start brushing a baby’s teeth? First off, the emergence of baby teeth can seem frightening and exciting all at the same time. Parents start to notice the drooling...and soon baby teeth begin to appear. Teething - [Winter Power Outage Safety Tips](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/winter-power-outage-safety-tips/) - We can’t control the weather Mother Nature sends our way, but what we can do is be prepared for it. An expansive ice storm is expected to hit the Midwest this weekend and there is a potential for power outages. Since we rely heavily on electricity in our day-to-day living, it is important to take - [Does My Dentist Accept Adult Medicaid?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/does-my-dentist-accept-adult-medicaid/) - December 4, 2016 | If you’re one of those people who never go to the dentist to get your teeth cleaned because you can’t afford it and medicaid hasn’t covered it, then you my friend have some good news coming your way! This past year for 2016, Missouri was issued a grant from the federal level - [What Is Post-Holiday Depression?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/post-holiday-depression/) - January 4, 2017 | The holiday’s have come to an end and you either have all the motivation in the world, or no motivation at all. If you find yourself with no motivation at all this new year, well, you might be dealing with post-holiday depression or as some call it, “post-holiday blues.” According to webmd.com, - [Healthy Tips For Thanksgiving](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/healthy-tips-for-thanksgiving/) - So, Wal-Mart is crazy and everyone is scrambling to get groceries for the biggest meal of the year. All those carbs creeping into your cart and not to mention the desserts to be made for a midnight snack, this could only mean one thing. Thanksgiving. With Thanksgiving being tomorrow, it is important to consider some - [Healthcare for Veterans](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/healthcare-for-veterans/) - November 11, 2016 | Northwest Health is excited to announce the implementation of the Veteran’s Choice Program. The program improves access to care for Veterans across the United States. The goal of the program according to VA Secretary Robert A. McDonald “is to do all we can to remove the barriers that separate Veterans from - [Where can I find Veteran Resources?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/where-can-i-find-veteran-resources/) - November 4, 2016 | Northwest Health Services is hosting a Veterans Health Fair on Thursday, November 10 from 1-3 pm. The fair will be held at the Family Medicine Associates location at 2303 Village Drive in Saint Joseph, Missouri. The fair is designed to connect Veterans with people and resources throughout the community to - [The Affordable Care Act - Is It Going Downhill?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/the-affordable-care-act-is-it-going-downhill/) - November 2, 2016 | You’ve been reading it in the news, hearing it in the headlines and watching those around you argue about it. “How much are the premiums going up?” “Is the ACA (Affordable Care Act) going away?” The ACA is doing exactly what it has been predicted to do. With over - [What Is Instagram Doing To Improve Mental Health?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/what-is-instagram-doing-to-improve-mental-health/) - October 28, 2016 | We all love social media. Whether it be Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and more, however, one of these platforms is rising above the rest to improve mental health. The platform known as “Instagram,” where users post pictures and videos up to one minute in length, is adding some new features for - [Halloween Safety Tips](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/halloween-safety-tips/) - October 26, 2016 | The weather is getting colder and the candy industry is in full gear because...HALLOWEEN is almost here! Halloween is just around the corner and your friends here at Northwest Health would like to leave you with some safety tips for the evening. Let’s start off with some tips for those going - [THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT WILL REMAIN CHEAPER](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/the-affordable-care-act-will-remain-cheaper/) - September 16, 2016 | Ever since the ACA (Affordable Care Act) has been in place, health insurance premiums have risen and millions of Americans insurance have grown at slower rates. However, according to hhs.gov, a new HHS analysis finds that HealthCare.gov consumers would continue to have affordable coverage options, even if all Marketplace final health - [FLU VACCINATIONS > NASAL SPRAY](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/flu-vaccinations-nasal-spray/) - September 14, 2016 | Fall is approaching. The leaves will begin changing and the hoodie weather will begin. It is very important that every year we continue to take care of our body and receive the appropriate vaccinations, specifically for the flu. With flu season just around the corner, we want to inform everyone in - [INFANT TODDLER SAFETY & HEALTH](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/infant-toddler-safety-health/) - September 12, 2016 | One of life’s most precious gifts is the gift of children. For most of us, we all remember the day our child was brought into the earth, and from that day on we naturally care and tend to any needs they may have. The number one thing we want for our - [NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-suicide-prevention-week/) - September 8, 2016 | This week we are participating in National Suicide Prevention Week along with many other organizations and individuals. Suicide prevention is very crucial and saves many lives across America year after year. SUICIDE FACTS Here are some important facts about suicide in America, according to the CDC: Suicide is - [THE DANGER OF COMBINING OPIOIDS WITH ANXIETY MEDS](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/the-danger-of-combining-opioids-with-anxiety-meds/) - September 2, 2016 | Anxiety. Something that everyone experiences in life. Whether it be from work, school, relationships, finances, etc. Anxiety affects us all. So much so, that several individuals across the world rely on heavy medication for it. Medication that can be harmful to the human body when not taken carefully. According to - [Zika Virus Update](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/zika-virus-update-2/) - August 22, 2016 | Most of you are well aware of the Zika virus transmission that has been on our radar the last several months. However, most of you have probably forgotten about it. According to the CDC, the Zika virus transmission has spread in southern Florida. Investigation has revealed a new area of - [The Strength Of The Affordable Care Act](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/the-strength-of-the-affordable-care-act/) - August 19, 2016 | The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been known to be one very intricate and detailed monster. Many Americans throughout Northwest Missouri find themselves afraid of it, and many are just uneducated about it. What most of us don’t know is that the ACA has helped millions of people throughout our communities - [National Health Center Week 2016](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-health-center-week-2016/) - August 1, 2016 | It’s August, and everyone here at Northwest Health is gearing up for National Health Center Week, August 7-13! National Health Center Week has been celebrated for more than 30 years to recognize the services and contributions of Community, Migrant, Homeless and Public Housing Health Centers. There are many reasons to celebrate - [What is Meningitis? Types, Symptoms and Causes](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/what-is-meningitis-types-symptoms-and-causes/) - August 2, 2016 | Meningitis, what is it? Am I likely to have it? Odds are you probably don’t. However it is important to know the specific cause of meningitis because the treatment differs depending on the cause. WHAT IS IT? According to the CDC, Meningitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the protective membranes covering - [Zika Virus Update](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/zika-virus-update/) - July 13, 2016 | It's hot, it's summer and the mosquitos are out in full force. By now most of you know that Zika isn't another baby naming trend and that it is actually a legitimate concern, but Don’t Panic! While the Zika virus has been in the news for a number of - [National HIV Testing Day Shows Impact](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/national-hiv-testing-day-shows-impact/) - June 28, 2016 | It was exciting to see patients and staff getting involved and getting tested for National HIV Testing Day for the past couple days. June 27 was National HIV Testing Day in the United States. After campaigns like National HIV Testing Day, questions emerge on whether the campaigns work and if the - [HIV Testing in St. Joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/hiv-testing-in-st-joseph/) - June 23, 2016 | National Testing Day is June 27, 2016 and is set as a reminder to our communities of the importance of HIV testing. Many of us see a day like National Testing Day and say 'what a great initiative' or 'what a great idea'. Unfortunately the only way we can make a day like - [June is Men's Health Month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/june-is-mens-health-month/) - June 17, 2016 | June is Men’s Health Month and a primary goal for the month is to encourage men of all ages to practice prevention. Routine medical advice and early treatments can prevent disease and injury and catch problems before they escalate. Why is June so important for men’s health? Men continuously avoid seeing - [Standing with Orlando in Missouri](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/standing-with-orlando-in-missouri/) - June 14, 2016 | No words can ease the grief the victims, families and their communities feel after such a horrendous act of violence. Recent events here and around the world have opened the eyes for many of us to the psychological effects of trauma related to a mass shooting. download our free guide on knowing trauma here - [Benefits of Biking in St. Joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/biking-in-st-joseph/) - May 24, 2016 | We are nearing the end of National Bike Month and we thought this was a good opportunity to talk about cycling in St. Joseph and its impact on the health of our communities. The goal of National Bike Month is to showcase the benefits of bicycling and encourage St. Joseph - [Earth Day 2016](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/earth-day-2016/) - April 22, 2016 | Each year our neighbors from all over the world join together for Earth Day. People will bike to work, use less electricity and make better decisions for the future of Earth. Who says we can’t make every day a little bit better for the world we live in. Northwest Health - [April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/april-is-oral-cancer-awareness-month/) - April, 13, 2016 | Oral and pharyngeal cancer (cancer of the mouth and upper throat) can often be overlooked and prevention is key in catching this cancer early. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and to many people’s surprise this type of cancer kills nearly one person every hour of everyday of the year. - [Preparing for the Zika Virus](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/preparing-for-the-zika-virus/) - April 8, 2016 || The World Health Organization recently declared the spread of the Zika Virus a global health emergency. We are on the heels of spring and we will soon see pesky mosquitoes all over Missouri. The following is what you need to know about the Zika Virus, and what you can do to - [World Health Day](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/world-health-day/) - April 7, 2016 || Today is World Health Day. A day in which we can look at ourselves, families and communities to find what needs to be done to move in the right direction for our health. World Health Day has been celebrated April 7th in the United States since 1950. The World Health Organization - [Caffeine, Taxes & Insurance](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/caffeine-taxes-insurance/) - GET CAFFEINATED | IT'S TAX TIME Debra Hammer of Intuit TurboTax recently shared with our Insurance Assisters on the ABCs of Health Insurance Tax Forms. With the new year upon us, tax season is just around the corner! 2016 marks the second year that consumers are required to report their health insurance coverage on their taxes under the Affordable - [Black History and Community Health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/black-history-and-community-health/) - The month of February is dedicated to a very special minority group in the United States, African Americans. Their amount of contribution to the growth and development of St. Joseph, Missouri as well as our country is unbelievable. This month we are able to recognize individuals from St. Joseph and advocates across America for their - [Depression Doesn't Discriminate](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/depression-doesnt-discriminate/) - The difficulty of keeping a dark and hurtful secret can be so overwhelming that sometimes it seems as though the only escape it is to walk away from the situation forever. Suicide can be seen as an individual’s problem, but not only does suicide affect a single person, but it can affect the family of - [Breastfeeding and Diabetes](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/breastfeedinganddiabetes/) - New research suggests yet more potential benefits for moms who breastfeed, which is a lower risk of developing type two diabetes. The study release on the Annals of Internal Medicine found that breastfeeding for more than two months was linked to over 50 percent reduction in the odds of developing type two diabetes. This is - [December 28 - Winter Storm](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/winterstorm1228/) - 1:17 p.m. | December 28, 2015 Clinics will be closed at 4 p.m. on Monday the 28th in order to allow for our staff to get home safely. 7:40 a.m. | December 28, 2015: All Northwest Health Services clinics will be open today. King City and Cainsville clinics will have late starts, patients will - [Holiday Blues](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/holiday-blues/) - The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of the year that is exciting and beautiful. Every advertisement is filled with joy, comfort and smiles. Bulbs light up our neighborhoods and events flow through our communities. The holidays are a time when we are reunited with old friends and family members. To an outsider - [World AIDS Day](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/world-aids-day/) - For Northwest Health and its RAISE program December 1st serves as an opportunity for Northwest Missouri communities to unite in the fight against HIV/AIDS, show support for those living with HIV/AIDS and to remember those who have died of HIV/AIDS. Thirty-four million people globally have the virus and despite being discovered in 1984, over 35 - [Nurse Practitioners Week](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/nurse-practitioners-week/) - November 8 - 14, 2015 is Nurse Practitioners Week: In recent years, you may have heard more about nurse practitioners and many wonder what exactly is a nurse practitioner. As a nurse practitioner, I can help explain what we do in a little more detail. WHAT WE DO A nurse practitioner is a registered nurse - [Diabetes and the Holidays](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/diabetes-and-the-holidays/) - Oh the Holidays, right around the corner. I have always wondered if the placement of Diabetes Awareness Month is coincidence. The fact that National Diabetes month is in November, the season most notorious for derailing the most dedicated of health nuts. For folks living with Diabetes it can be especially challenging. Although cinnamon is supposedly - [Win $500 by Checking your Blood Sugar](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/diabetesawareness/) - November is Diabetes awareness month and we have teamed up with Q Country to screen your blood sugar. It just takes a simple finger stick for you to know what your blood sugar is. When you find out what your blood sugar is you are entered to win $500 to spend at East Hills Shopping Center during the Christmas - [Keeping an EYE on Blood Sugar](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/keeping-an-eye-on-blood-sugar/) - November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and Northwest Health Services is educating the public on a few Diabetes topics. The first on our list is “Keeping an ‘EYE’ on your Blood Sugar.” Did you know having Diabetes increases your risk of eye disease? Most people don’t and why would they? Diabetes carries many risks and - [Red Ribbon Week: Sign the Pledge](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/red-ribbon-week-sign-the-pledge/) - October 23 – 31 marks Red Ribbon Week for schools and organizations across the United States. Red Ribbon week helps promote drug awareness and is the oldest drug prevention program in the nation impacting millions of children and young adults each year. It is especially significant for our Mound City Clinic because of the impact - [Part 3 | How to Stop Bullying](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/part-3-how-to-stop-bullying/) - October is National Bullying Prevention Month and due to the recent events occurring in St. Joseph involving bullying, awareness is even more important for individuals of all ages. Northwest Health Services has developed a three-part series where our Behavioral Health providers discuss: Risk factors and warning signs How to talk about bullying How to stop - [Part 2 | How to Talk about Bullying](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/part-2-how-to-talk-about-bullying/) - October is National Bullying Prevention Month and due to the recent events occurring in St. Joseph involving bullying, awareness is even more important for individuals of all ages. Northwest Health Services has developed a three-part series where our Behavioral Health providers discuss: Risk factors and warning signs How to talk about bullying How to stop - [Part 1 | Bullying Prevention - 3 Part Series](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/bullying-prevention-3-part-series/) - October is National Bullying Prevention Month and due to the recent events occurring in St. Joseph involving bullying, awareness is even more important for individuals of all ages. Northwest Health Services has developed a three-part series where our Behavioral Health providers discuss: Risk factors and warning signs How to talk about bullying How to stop - [Shootings - Have a Plan](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/shootings-have-a-plan/) - You can run, you can hide and you can fight. These three tips are becoming increasingly popular as shooting incidents are becoming a reality for more communities across the country including St. Joseph, Missouri. An active shooter situation is unpredictable and can evolve quickly. There may not be any rhyme or reason to who is being - [Mental Illness Awareness Week](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/mental-illness-awareness-week/) - October 4 – 11 has been designated Mental Illness Awareness Week and approximately 1 in 5 people live with a mental illness in the United States. That’s as many people who subscribe to Netflix in the U.S. Mental Illness awareness week celebrates mental illness recovery and provides our communities a way to inspire - [It's Flu Season - Flu Shots Are Available](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/its-flu-season-flu-shots-are-available/) - October marks the start of the flu season and Northwest Health Services strongly encourages families to get their vaccinations. Encourage your loved ones to get vaccinated. A flu shot not only protects yourself from sickness but you can help protect others in your family (children under 6 months who cannot be vaccinated and elderly) and - [Coverage of Mass Shootings Can Show Impact Close to Home](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/coverage-of-mass-shootings-can-show-impact-close-to-home/) - As another mass shooting impacts the nation many of us will try to understand what has taken place and rationalize why it happened. We will be subject to the non-stop media coverage that is currently available within our society. Each media outlet will have its story and explanation of why the shooting took place and - [September is National Suicide Prevention Month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/september-is-national-suicide-prevention-month/) - September is National Suicide Prevention Month! According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 800,000 people die due to suicide every year. In addition, for every person who dies by suicide, 20 or more others attempt to end their lives. Suicide is a serious public health problem that affects individuals, families, communities and countries. Suicide - [Fraud Alert: For Insurance Consumers](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/1132-2/) - Fraud Alert: Insurance Consumers Receiving Fraudulent Phone Messages The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services has recently been alerted about potential fraudulent activity in which consumers receive a phone call and/or phone message from someone who claims to be from the Marketplace. These calls come from the number 580-354-7056, and the caller requests personal information such as SSN, - [Northwest Health Services Announces New CEO](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/northwest-health-services-announces-new-ceo/) - The Board of Directors at Northwest Health Services is pleased to announce Matt Younger as its Chief Executive Officer. According to Terry Steinbecker, Board President of Northwest Health Services, "The board looks forward to Matt’s leadership and guidance in a changing health care environment as our organization continues to provide high-quality patient care in the - [340B](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/340bprogram/) - Take control of your health and save on discount prescription drugs at Northwest Health Services. As a patient of Northwest Health Services you qualify for lower prices on prescription drugs through our 340B program. Ask your pharmacist about 340B pricing or contact your neighborhood clinic. NORTHWEST HEALTH SERVICES PARTICIPATING PHARMACIES: Wal-Mart Pharmacy – Bethany The Drug - [Health Center Funding Script](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/health-center-funding-script/) - Call your Members of Congress! Tell them that the time to fix the cliff is now! Use this script to make it even easier to call your members of congress on National Cliff Call-In day, Thursday, march 19th. Just call 866-456-3949, enter your zip code, and be connected to your Representative and senators automatically! In - [Help is Here for You](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/help-is-here-for-you/) - Depression and thoughts of suicide are not always visible to those around us and often go unknown or untreated because of fear and stigma. Depression occurs in all ethnicities, ages and economic backgrounds. It is not a sign of weakness but rather a medical condition that can be treated successfully. Help is available and essential - [Sick on Saturday?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/sick-on-saturday/) - Sick on Saturday? Family Medical Associates at 2303 Village Drive will be open every Saturday from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. for our Saturday Clinic. Walk-ins are welcome. You may also call (816) 232-6818 for an appointment. We hope you don't get sick, but if you do, we'll be here for you. - [Top Ten Reasons to Protect Children through Vaccination](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/top-ten-reasons-to-protect-children-through-vaccination/) - I'm Sandy Gilbertson, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and I have been providing primary care for children in the St. Joseph for over 20 years. During that time, I have seen people suffer from diseases such as pertussis, measles, mumps, meningitis, chickenpox, and influenza, so I know how important it is to protect children from these and - [What is Depression?](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/what-is-depression/) - Depression: It has been estimated that nearly 14 million Americans or more suffer from depression. Depression is more than feeling sad or down in the dumps. Unfortunately many people view depression as a sign of weakness and it is not. It is an illness with very real symptoms that might include: feeling hopeless or - [Become a Health Center Hero](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/become-a-health-center-hero/) - Northwest Health Services plays a vital role in preserving and expanding access to care in the communities we serve and with millions of individuals still lacking access to primary care, we are proud to make it our goal to provide care to those who don't have access to it. You can support Northwest Health Services by Becoming a - [](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/) ## Pages - [Homepage](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/) - PROUDLY SERVING MISSOURI FOR OVER 40 YEARS. MEDICAL We treat everything from bumps and bruises to colds, flu and more serious health conditions. When specialty care is needed we can help coordinate it. More Info PHARMACY Through drug discount programs (340B) and sliding scales, we work with our patients to ensure they're receiving the most - [HIV](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/hiv/) - HIV is an epidemic affecting over 38 million people worldwide, and 1.2 million people in the United States. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that damages or weakens the immune system which protects the body from harmful foreign bodies. A healthy immune system is able to attack and clear out infections; however, untreated HIV - [Careers](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/careers/) - APPLY TO WORK AT NORTHWEST HEALTH SERVICES! Thank you for your interest in joining the Northwest Health Services team! Apply - [EMPLOYEE PORTAL](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/employee-portal/) - Welcome to the employee portal page! Here you can find information for volunteer opportunities, the apparel order form, the maintenance request form, the employee newsletters and more. APPAREL ORDER FORM NHS BRAND GUIDELINES 2026 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BROCHURE EMPLOYEE CONNECTION 2026 Benefit Brochure EMPLOYEE HIGHLIGHT 2026 HOLIDAY CALENDAR MISSOURI & FEDERAL LABOR LAW - [Cainsville Medical Clinic](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/cainsville-medical-clinic/) - Cainsville Medical Clinic 707 Victory Ln. Cainsville, MO 64632 Main Line (660) 893-5750 HOURS Monday Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Closed on Thursday Closed for lunch: 12:00 pm – 01:00 pm Directions Call Location Make Appointment Sarah Findley FNP, Braymer/Cainsville Medical Clinic - [Northwest Health Chillicothe](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/chillicothe-health-center/) - Northwest Health Chillicothe Now Open! 300 BUS US-36Chillicothe MO 64601 MAIN PHONE LINE Medical – (660) 280-2500 Dental – (660) 280-2500 HOURS Medical – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 am – 5 pm | Wednesday 8 am – 12 pm (Closed for lunch, 12 – 1 pm) Directions Call Location Make Appointment Barb McCullough FNP, - [Downtown Health Center](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/downtown-health-center/) - Downtown Health Center 925 Felix St St. Joseph, MO 64501 MAIN LINE (816) 233-8536 HOURS Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Directions Call Location Make Appointment Corissa Giseburt DNP, FNP-C, Downtown Health Center - [Family Medicine Associates](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/family-medicine-associates/) - Family Medicine Associates 2303 Village Drive St. Joseph, MO 64506 MEDICAL (816) 232-6818 FAX (816) 232-6823 HOURS Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday clinic is offered on the first Saturday of every month from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Directions Call Location Make Appointment Kathy Darnell FNP, Family Medicine Associates Krikor Partamian - [PROGRAMS](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/programs/) - Discount Program (Sliding Fee) It’s our belief that everyone, regardless of their insurance status, should have access to affordable healthcare. Our discount program is a sliding-scale fee based on your income Nominal payments for care are as low as $25 a month Patient Forms 340B Drug Discount Program With the 340B program, you can take - [Insurance Counselors](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/insurance-counselors/) - Are you uninsured? Northwest Health can help you find quality health coverage. 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Rhode Island King City, MO 64463 MAIN LINE (660) 535-4347 HOURS Monday – Friday (Closed Thursdays) 7:30 am – 5:00 pm Closed for lunch: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Directions Call Location Make Appointment Teresa Mead-Hahn FNP, King City Medical Clinic - [Mound City Medical Clinic](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/mound-city-medical-clinic/) - Mound City Medical Clinic 1303 State Street Mound City, MO 64470 PHONE Medical – 816-596-4006 NOW ACCEPTING NEBRASKA MEDICAID! MEDICAL HOURS Tuesday – Friday 7:30AM – 4:30PM Closed on Mondays Lunch 12:30 – 1:00 PM Dental is Temporarily Closed Directions Call Location Make Appointment - [Employee Highlight](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/employee-highlight/) - [Gower Family Medicine](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/gower-family-medicine/) - Gower Family Medicine 313 S US-169. Gower, MO 64454 Medical (816) 424-6427 Medical Fax (816) 424-3851 HOURS Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:30 pm Closed for lunch: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Directions Call Location Make Appointment Steven Brushwood DO, Gower Family Medicine Linsey Pflugradt FNP-C, Gower Family Medicine - [Chillicothe Pharmacy](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/chillicothe-pharmacy/) - Northwest Health Chillicothe Pharmacy Now Open! 300 BUS US-36Chillicothe MO 64601 MAIN PHONE LINE Pharmacy – (660) 280-2502 HOURS Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm (Closed for lunch, 12 – 1 pm) Directions Call Location Make Appointment Bobbi Gratton Pharm. D, Chillicothe Pharmacy - [Hamilton Medical Clinic](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/hamilton-medical-clinic/) - Hamilton Medical Clinic 101 E. Cross Street Hamilton, MO 64644 MAIN LINE (816) 583-2151 HOURS Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Closed for lunch: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Directions Call Location Make Appointment William Irby DO, Hamilton Medical Clinic Sarah Findley FNP, Braymer/Cainsville Medical Clinic McKauley Walser FNP-BC, Braymer Medical Clinic and - [North End Family Pharmacy](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/north-end-family-pharmacy/) - North End Family Pharmacy NEW LOCATION! 1000 5th Avenue Saint Joseph, MO 64505 North End Family Pharmacy (816) 385-5996 NEW HOURS! Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Closed for lunch: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Directions Call Location Download the RX Local App Angie Anderson Pharm. 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After Hours Care We offer a walk-in clinic every month first Saturday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at our Family Medicine Associates - [South Side Health Center](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/south-side-health-center/) - South Side Health Center 5001 Lake Avenue St. Joseph, MO 64504 MAIN LINE (816) 238-7788 HOURS Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 5:00PM Closed for lunch: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Directions Call Location Make Appointment Brittany McCan FNP-BC, Southside Health Center Jessica Whiteman FNP, South Side Health Center - [Provider Profile: Dana Browning](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/dana-browning/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Dana L. Browning, DDS  EDUCATION Central High School Missouri State University, B.S. in Biology, 1986 School of Dentistry, 1990  FREE TIME Daily exercise, Golf, Music  FAMILY Married for 29 years, husband Steve, 5 children, 4 grandchildren. Always something going on! We have a “family band”, it’s so fun when we can be together and have a - [Provider Profile: JoEllen Aviles](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/joellen-aviles/) - PROVIDER PROFILE JoEllen Aviles, Pharm.D  EDUCATION Graduate of the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy  FREE TIME I’m a True Crime series binge-watcher, and enjoy trying new craft projects.  FAMILY Married to Matt for 25 years, son Nate graduating from UMKC-SOP in May, son Sam graduating from Missouri Western State University in - [Provider Profile: Natalie Hibler](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/natalie-hibler/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Natalie Hibler, Pharm. D  EDUCATION Penney High School UMKC School of Pharmacy satellite program, University of Missouri  FREE TIME My family enjoys spending time outdoors and going on camping trips. We enjoy visiting Missouri State Parks and have a goal of visiting them all!  FAMILY My husband and I have 3 - [Savannah Medical and Dental Clinics](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/savannah-medical-dental-clinics/) - Savannah Medical and Dental Clinics 803 HWY 71 West Savannah, MO 64485 MEDICAL (816) 324-3121 (Open during business hours) DENTAL (816) 324-5644 (Temporarily Closed) HOURS Medical: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30 am – 5 pm Wednesday 7:30 am – 12 pm Closed for lunch (Medical): 12 pm – 1 pm Dental Clinic is Temporarily Closed - [Northwest Behavioral Health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/northwest-behavioral-health/) - Northwest Behavioral Health 3608 Faraon Street St. Joseph, MO 64506 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (816) 232-4417 HOURS Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Directions Call Location Make Appointment Donald Hinton MD, Psychiatrist, Northwest Behavioral Health Laura Moore LCSW, Northwest Behavioral Health - [Northwest Family Dental](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/northwest-family-dental/) - Northwest Family Dental 3608 Faraon Street St. Joseph, MO 64506 MAIN LINE (816) 364-6444 HOURS Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Directions Call Location Make Appointment Dana Browning DDS, Northwest Family Dental Tate Brunelle DDS, Northwest Family Dental Teresa Tedesco DDS, Northwest Family Dental Kelechi Onyejiaka DMD, Northwest Family Dental Siavash Nia DDS, - [North End Health Center](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/north-end-health-center/) - North End Health Center NEW LOCATION! 1000 5th Avenue St. Joseph, MO 64505 MAIN LINE (816) 233-3338 HOURS Monday – Thursday 7:30 AM – 5 PM Friday 8 AM – 12 PM Closed for lunch: 12 PM – 1 PM Directions Call Location Make Appointment Catherine Long FNP, North End Health Center - [40 Year RSVP](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/40-year-rsvp/) - [EN ESPANOL](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/en-espanol/) - QUIENES SOMOS: Northwest Health Services es una organizacion sin fines de lucro FQHC (Centro de Salud Federalmente Calificado) nuestros servicios estan en 15 condados en el noroeste de Missouri. 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She is an avid gardener, runner and cyclist.  FROM Illinois (just outside of - [Provider Profile: Hilary Shoemaker](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/hilary-shoemaker/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Hilary Shoemaker, FNP  EDUCATION Bachelors of science in Nursing, Missouri Western State University Masters of science in Nursing, University of Missouri-Kansas City  FREE TIME Spending time with my family Caring for our animals: goats, babydoll sheep, llama, chickens and dog  FAMILY I have two daughters age 4 and 3; one son - [Provider Profile: Darci Feiden](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/darci-feiden/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Darci Feiden, DNP  EDUCATION BSN, Purdue University/ Missouri Western State University MSN, Western Governor’s University Nurse Practitioner, Graceland University DNP, UMKC  FREE TIME Reading, camping, hiking, spending time with family and friends.  FAMILY Married to a very supportive husband. 2 children: son graduating from Savannah High School this year, and daughter - [340B](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/340b/) - 340B enables patients to afford the medications they need. How do I use 340B? Establish care with a Northwest Health provider at any of our clinics. The Northwest provider fills out your script. Have your script sent to a Northwest Health pharmacy or local partner pharmacy. Pick-up your script and ask for 340B pricing. Quick - [Northwest Pharmacy Services - Hamilton](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/northwest-pharmacy-services-hamilton/) - Northwest Pharmacy Services – Hamilton 103 E Cross Street Hamilton, MO 64644 MAIN LINE (816) 583-2881 CLINIC MANAGER Jean Dickey HOURS Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Closed for lunch 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Directions Call Location Natalie Hibler Pharm. D, Northwest Pharmacy Services - [Health Insurance](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/healthinsurance/) - HEALTH Insurance Northwest Health Services offers enrollment assistance for Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. We encourage you to see if you qualify for either one before applying! Check out these resources below to see if you qualify for coverage. Medicaid Are you eligible for Missouri Medicaid? https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/1632 Apply Online: https://mydss.mo.gov/healthcare Apply over the phone: - [Community Resources](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/community-resources/) - AGING SERVICES Organization Address Phone # Website Alzheimer’s Association 800-533-7373 Visit Arthritis NW Missouri View Map 816-271-7057 Visit Cameron Regional Medical Center Helping Hands View Map 816-632-7960 Caring.com Assisted Living in Missouri 650-312-7100 Visit Daviess County Nursing & Rehab View Map 660-663-2197 Elder Care Locator 800-677-1116 Visit Experience Works 1-800-368-7569 Gallatin Active Aging - [Corporate Social Responsibility](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/csr/) - Northwest Health Services was founded with a generous spirit and an ambitious goal. To provide high-quality primary medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare to all individuals no matter what. We care about people, which is why we are located in the Metropolitan and Rural Northwest Missouri communities. Our employees serve their communities through the work they do - [Employee Connection](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/econnection/) - [Gower Family Pharmacy](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/gower-family-pharmacy/) - Gower Family Pharmacy 315 S. 169 HWY Gower, MO 64454 MAIN LINE (816) 385-5995 CLINIC MANAGER Emily Spring HOURS Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Closed for lunch: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Directions Call Location JoEllen Aviles R. Pharmacist, North End Family Center - [Provider Profile: Danielle Nielson](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/danielle-nielson/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Danielle Nielson, LCSW, MSW  EDUCATION Park University BSW, Missouri Western State University  FREE TIME I enjoy spending time with my family, watching KC sports and traveling.  FAMILY I have two children, ages 12 and 1. I spend a lot of time chasing the youngest while watching the oldest play sports!  - [Family Medicine Pharmacy](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/locations/family-medicine-pharmacy/) - Family Medicine Pharmacy 2303 Village Drive Suite B Saint Joseph, MO 64506 MAIN LINE (816) 307-0800 CLINIC MANAGER Sheila Devall HOURS Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Closed for lunch: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Directions Call Location Make Appointment Sheila Devall R. Pharmacist, Family Medicine Pharmacy - [Provider Profile: Alan Krebs](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/alan-krebs/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Alan Krebs, DDS  EDUCATION WREB Certified DDS University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry  FREE TIME When my wife and I are not in a pandemic, we enjoy traveling, spending time with friends and family, and enjoying the outdoors.  FAMILY My wife and I have one son and two giant dogs.  - [Provider Profile: Merri Leach](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/merri-leach/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Merri Leach, MPH, RD, LD  EDUCATION Master of Public Health, Grand Canyon University Dietetic Internship, University of Nebraska Medical Center Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, University of Nebraska  FREE TIME In my free time, I love to read, especially cozy mysteries; I am a quilter, and I am very active in my - [Page 404](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/page-404/) - 404 PAGE NOT FOUND We’re sorry, the page you have looked for does not exist in our database! - [Provider Profile: Shea Durington](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/shea-durington/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Shea Durington, DDS  EDUCATION BA in Chemistry and Psychology, UMKC Dental School, UMKC  FREE TIME I love staying active and doing fitness classes, being outdoors, spending time with my dogs, family and friends. I also love all KC sports teams!  FAMILY I met my husband in dental school and we have - [Provider Profile: Rosemary Wagers](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/rosemary-wagers/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Rosemary Wagers, RDH  EDUCATION Associates of Applied Science for Dental Hygiene  FREE TIME I love playing volleyball, going to concerts, and taking spontaneous little weekend trips.  FAMILY I’ve been married for 2 years on March 16th. I have 3 sons that are grown, and my twins graduated high school last year - [Provider Profile: Samantha Sutton](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/samantha-sutton/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Samantha Sutton, DDS  EDUCATION Doctor of Dental Surgery, UMKC  FREE TIME Travel, reading, gaming, shopping, crafts, visiting friends and family.  FAMILY Married and enjoy playing with my daughter and nephew!  FROM Chillicothe, Missouri  WHY I AM HERE Give back to the community, stay close to home and I enjoy - [Provider Profile: Joseph Kline](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/joseph-kline/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Joseph Kline, LCSW  EDUCATION Bachelor of Social Work, Missouri Western State University in 2015 Master of Social Work, University of Kansas in 2016  FREE TIME During my free time I enjoy being able to relax and play with my dogs. I also enjoy spending time with my family and traveling.  FAMILY - [Provider Profile: Miranda Phillips](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/miranda-phillips/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Miranda Phillips, Pharm.D  EDUCATION Benton High School Doctor of Pharmacy, UMKC  FREE TIME I love being outdoors and warm weather. Gardening, soap making, and furthering my education in the study of herbalism.  FAMILY I have been married to my husband for 12 years and together for 17 years. We have 2 - [Provider Profile: Brooke Robinson](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/brooke-robinson/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Brooke Robinson, RDH  EDUCATION Associates of Applied Science for Dental Hygiene, NCMC/Hillyards Technical Center. Currently pursuing a Bachelors in Dental Hygiene  FREE TIME I love going back to my hometown to visit my family and 5 nieces and nephews.  FAMILY I have no kids or significant other, just a cat named - [Provider Profile: Cyndi DeBey](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/cyndi-debey/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Cyndi DeBey, MSW, LCSW  EDUCATION BSW, Missouri Western State University MSW, University of Missouri  FREE TIME My free time is spent with God, my family, and my pets. I enjoy camping and fishing as well as reading mystery novels.I also enjoy watching a variety of television programs.  FAMILY I enjoy watching - [Provider Profile: Emily Spring](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/emily-spring/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Emily Spring, Pharm.D  EDUCATION Drake University, PharmD, AAHIVP  FREE TIME I love to travel, go hiking, have bonfires with friends & spend time with my family.  FAMILY I have a big extended family who I love to hang out with.  FROM Kansas City, MO  WHY I AM HERE I - [Provider Profile: Mary Smith](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/our-providers/mary-smith/) - PROVIDER PROFILE Mary Smith, DDS  EDUCATION Topeka High School Kansas State University, B.S. in Biology, 1986  FREE TIME asdfasdfasdfasdf  FAMILY asdfasdfasdf  FROM Anytown, USA  WHY I AM HERE Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. 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Our postal address is: 2303 Village Drive St. Joseph, MO 64506-4954 You can reach our admin offices via telephone at: (816) 232-6818 We collect the domain name and e-mail address (where possible) of visitors to our web page, the e-mail addresses of those who communicate - [Mobile Health Center](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/mobile-health-center/) - Our Mobile Health Center is hitting the road to serve rural towns in Northwest Missouri. A schedule will be made available here on the site soon. For any questions, please call (816) 271-8261. - [Marketing Requests](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/marketing-requests/) - [Candy Gram Order Form](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/candy-gram-order-form/) - [Media Kit](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/media-kit/) - You can download any of our NHS logos below by simply right clicking on the logo and saving to your computer! NHS Main Logo: NHS Dark Background Logo: NHS Red Background Logo: - [Volunteer Request Page](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/volunteer-request-page/) - [Employee Newsletters](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/employee-newsletters/) - June 2019 July/August 2019 September 2019 October/November 2019 December/January 2019 - [Business Card Request](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/business-card-request/) - [Telehealth](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/telehealth/) - Telehealth allows patients to visit with providers at Northwest Health from the comfort of your own home via video/phone chat! For video we use a platform called, Zoom. For phone appointments, we call the number you provide to us on your patient paperwork. ZOOM TUTORIALS & INSTRUCTIONS How to set-up your Zoom account (desktop): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsy2Ph6kSf8How - [Provider Bio Form](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/provider-bio-form/) - [Patient Forms](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/for-patients/patient-forms/) - [Front Page](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/colibri-wp/) - [Maintenance Request Form](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/maintenance-request-form/) - [Education](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/for-patients/education/) - [Services](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/services/) - [NHS Trivia](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/nhs-trivia/) ## Portfolio Items - [Treatment of osteoarthritis (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/pf/treatment-of-osteoarthritis-2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet elit sed - [Intravenous laser irradiation of blood (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/pf/intravenous-laser-irradiation-of-blood-2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet elit sed - [Genetic engineering biological therapy (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/pf/genetic-engineering-biological-therapy-2/) - 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[Uncategorized](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/uncategorized/) - [Behavioral Health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/behavioral-health/) - [Featured](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/featured/) - [Healthcare Industry](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/healthcare-industry/) - [Healthy Living](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/healthy-living/) - [Medical](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/medical/) - [Northwest Behavioral Health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/northwest-behavioral-health/) - [Family Medicine Associates](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/family-medicine-associates/) - [South Side Health Center](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/south-side-health-center/) - [Mound City Dental Clinic](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/mound-city-dental-clinic/) - [Mound City Medical Clinic](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/mound-city-medical-clinic/) - [RAISE](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/raise/) - [Community Health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/community-health/) - [Social Justice](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/social-justice/) - [Health Insurance](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/health-insurance/) - [Physical Health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/physical-health/) - [North End Health Center](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/north-end-health-center/) - [Jobs](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/jobs/) - [VA Choice Program](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/va-choice-program/) - [Northwest Family Dental](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/northwest-family-dental/) - [Savannah Dental Clinic](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/savannah-dental-clinic/) - [Dental Health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/dental-health/) - [Hamilton Medical Clinic](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/hamilton-medical-clinic/) - [Northwest Pharmacy Services](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/northwest-pharmacy-services/) - [Savannah Medical and Dental Clinics](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/savannah-medical-and-dental-clinics/) - [Dental Care](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/dental-care/) - [Mental Health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/mental-health/) - [Dental Tips](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/dental-tips/) - [Gower Family Medicine](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/gower-family-medicine/) - [Gower Family Pharmacy](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/gower-family-pharmacy/) - [North End Family Pharmacy](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/gower-family-pharmacy/north-end-family-pharmacy/) - [Front Page](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/front-page/) - [News Page](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/news-page/) - [Device (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/news-01-1/) - [News 01-2 (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/news-01-2/) - [News 01-3 (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/category/news-01-3/) ## Tags - 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[health insurance](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/health-insurance/) - [insurance](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/insurance/) - [insurance penalty](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/insurance-penalty/) - [obamacare](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/obamacare/) - [tax forms](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/tax-forms/) - [taxes](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/taxes/) - [diabetes](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/diabetes/) - [type 2 diabetes](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/type-2-diabetes/) - [WHO](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/who/) - [world health day](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/world-health-day/) - [Bugs](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/bugs/) - [Mosquito](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/mosquito/) - [West Nile](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/west-nile/) - [Zika](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/zika/) - [Zika Virus](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/zika-virus/) - [dental care](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/dental-care/) - [hpv](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/hpv/) - [mouth cancer](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/mouth-cancer/) - [Oral Cancer](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/oral-cancer/) - [oral cancer awareness month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/oral-cancer-awareness-month/) - [preventive care](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/preventive-care/) - [primary care](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/primary-care/) - [primary care provider](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/primary-care-provider/) - [earth day](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/earth-day/) - [earth day tips](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/earth-day-tips/) - [energy efficient](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/energy-efficient/) - [farm fresh](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/farm-fresh/) - [farmers market](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/farmers-market/) - [sustainability](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/sustainability/) - [bike to work](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/bike-to-work/) - [biking in missouri](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/biking-in-missouri/) - [biking in st. joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/biking-in-st-joseph/) - [commuting in missouri](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/commuting-in-missouri/) - [commuting in st. joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/commuting-in-st-joseph/) - [cycling and health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/cycling-and-health/) - [cycling in missouri](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/cycling-in-missouri/) - [cycling in st. joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/cycling-in-st-joseph/) - [healthy heart](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/healthy-heart/) - [lose weight](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/lose-weight/) - [lose weight st. joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/lose-weight-st-joseph/) - [national bike month](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/national-bike-month/) - [national bike month missouri](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/national-bike-month-missouri/) - [national bike month st. joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/national-bike-month-st-joseph/) - [st joe bikes](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/st-joe-bikes/) - [st joseph bikes](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/st-joseph-bikes/) - [wellness](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/wellness/) - [behavioral health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/behavioral-health/) - [doctor in st joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/doctor-in-st-joseph/) - [emotional health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/emotional-health/) - [fear](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/fear/) - [managing trauma](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/managing-trauma/) - [mental health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/mental-health/) - [mental health awareness](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/mental-health-awareness/) - [mental health in st joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/mental-health-in-st-joseph/) - [missouri](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/missouri/) - [missouri behavioral health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/missouri-behavioral-health/) - [missouri health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/missouri-health/) - [orlando](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/orlando/) - [saint joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/saint-joseph/) - [st. joseph](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/st-joseph/) - [stand with orlando](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/stand-with-orlando/) - [standing with orlando](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/standing-with-orlando/) - [substance abuse](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/substance-abuse/) - [suicide awareness](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/suicide-awareness/) - [trauma](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/trauma/) - [chronic illness](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/chronic-illness/) - [dads](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/dads/) - [fathers](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/fathers/) - [mens health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/mens-health/) - 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[Microcephaly](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/microcephaly/) - [Virus Transmission](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/virus-transmission/) - [blog](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/blog/) - [healthy lifestyle](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/healthy-lifestyle/) - [healthy living](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/healthy-living/) - [meningitis](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/meningitis/) - [northwest health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/northwest-health/) - [prevention](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/prevention/) - [tips](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/tips/) - [types of meningitis](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/types-of-meningitis/) - [health center](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/health-center/) - [money](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/money/) - [national health center week](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/national-health-center-week/) - [nationalhealthcenterweek](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/nationalhealthcenterweek/) - [nhcw16](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/nhcw16/) - [Health Fair](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/health-fair/) - [Resource Fair](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/resource-fair/) - [VA](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/va/) - [Veteran](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/veteran/) - [Veteran Affairs](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/veteran-affairs/) - [care for veterans](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/care-for-veterans/) - [military](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/military/) - [va choice program](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/va-choice-program/) - [baby teeth](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/baby-teeth/) - [brushing teeth](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/brushing-teeth/) - [teething](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/teething/) - [cutting teeth](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/cutting-teeth/) - [dental](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/dental/) - [dental health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/dental-health/) - [children's dental health](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/childrens-dental-health/) - [food stamps](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/food-stamps/) - [Family Support Division](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/family-support-division/) - [food security](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/food-security/) - [economy](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/economy/) - [government shutdown](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/government-shutdown/) - [accumsan (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/accumsan/) - [aodio (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/aodio/) - [aornare (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/aornare/) - [auctor (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/auctor/) - [ipsum (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/ipsum/) - [morbi (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/morbi/) - [nam (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/nam/) - [tellus (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/tellus/) - [tincidunt (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/tincidunt/) - [velit (Demo)](https://www.nwhealth-services.org/tag/velit/)