Alabama AHEC Network

Join us for the March AHEC Scholars Webinar on Friday, March 21st, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, featuring Katie Owens, an Alabama AHEC Scholar Alumni, and registered social worker. Katie will provide valuable insights into the role of social workers in healthcare and how interdisciplinary collaboration enhances patient care! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eP7wPkb9? #ALAHEC #AlabamaAHECNetwork #MSW #SocialWork #NationalSocialWorkersMonth #NSWM #Interprofessionalcollaboration #socialworkers

Join Us for the Wiregrass Alabama AHEC Virtual Student Presentations! Date: March 18, 2025 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM Virtual Event Wiregrass Alabama AHEC is excited to host a dynamic student-led webinar featuring presentations from Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine students on critical healthcare topics impacting our communities. Topics Include: ?Is Emergency Medicine the New Primary Care? ?The Link Between Blood Pressure and Social Determinants of Health ?Nutritional Disparities and Chronic Illness in Rural Communities ?Intranasal Naloxone Education and Distribution Program Join us for an evening of insightful discussions on healthcare challenges and innovative solutions. Register now: https://lnkd.in/e_pGinWc #WiregrassAlabamaAHEC #WAAHEC #MedicalEducation #RuralHealth #PublicHealth #FuturePhysicians #HealthcareInnovation #StudentPresentations #ACOM #AlabamaAHECNetwork #ALAHEC

Patient Safety Awareness Week | March 9-15, 2025 Patient safety is a fundamental pillar of healthcare, ensuring that every patient receives care that is safe, effective, and equitable. During Patient Safety Awareness Week, we recognize the importance of reducing medical errors, improving communication, and fostering a culture of safety in all healthcare settings. At Alabama AHEC Network, we are committed to preparing future healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to prioritize patient safety through interprofessional collaboration, education, and training. #PatientSafetyAwareness #SafeHealthcare #AlabamaAHEC #HealthcareQuality #PreventHarm

Stop the Bleed In-Person Training – March 10, 2025 Today, join Wiregrass Alabama AHEC and the American College of Surgeons for a free, in-person Stop the Bleed training to learn essential bleeding control techniques that could save a life in an emergency. Date: March 10, 2025 Time: 9:00–11:00 AM Location: Troy University Dothan Campus, Everett Hall, Room 138 This hands-on training is open to everyone—community members, students, and healthcare professionals alike. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain lifesaving skills! Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/ebjuqn2v #StopTheBleed #EmergencyPreparedness #LifesavingSkills #WiregrassAHEC #AlabamaAHEC #WAAHEC"

March is National Endometriosis Awareness Month! Endometriosis is a complex, often misunderstood condition affecting approximately 1 in 10 individuals of reproductive age. Characterized by the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus, it can lead to chronic pain, infertility, and significant impacts on physical and mental health. Despite its prevalence, endometriosis remains underdiagnosed and undertreated, highlighting the need for increased awareness, education, and research. At Alabama AHEC Network, we recognize the importance of early diagnosis, interdisciplinary care, and patient advocacy in improving health outcomes for those affected by endometriosis. This month, we encourage healthcare professionals, students, and community members to engage in conversations about this condition and support ongoing efforts to enhance education and treatment options. #EndometriosisAwarenessMonth #AlabamaAHEC #ReproductiveHealth #PatientAdvocacy #HealthcareEducation #ChronicIllnessAwareness

Black Belt Alabama AHEC invites healthcare professionals, students, and community members to an engaging webinar on Optimizing Lifestyle Modifications to Prevent Gout Attacks with Dr. Celestine Parker, DNP, CRNP. Date: Friday, March 14, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM Register here: https://lnkd.in/euHk3M7p Dr. Parker brings extensive experience in chronic disease management, preventive healthcare, and patient education. As the CEO of All Healthcare Solutions, LLC and a Nurse Practitioner at the Birmingham VA Hospital, she is dedicated to improving health outcomes through evidence-based interventions. This webinar will focus on practical strategies to reduce gout flare-ups, emphasizing the role of diet, physical activity, and holistic lifestyle changes in preventing and managing this chronic condition. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the latest research and best practices for integrating lifestyle modifications into patient care. #BBAAHEC #BlackBeltAlabamaAHEC #ALAHEC #AlabamaAHECNetwork #GoutPrevention #chronicdiseasemanagement

Stop the Bleed In-Person Training – March 10, 2025 Join Wiregrass Alabama AHEC and the American College of Surgeons for a free, in-person Stop the Bleed training to learn essential bleeding control techniques that could save a life in an emergency. Date: March 10, 2025 Time: 9:00–11:00 AM Location: Troy University Dothan Campus, Everett Hall, Room 138 This hands-on training is open to everyone—community members, students, and healthcare professionals alike. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain lifesaving skills! Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/ebjuqn2v #StopTheBleed #EmergencyPreparedness #LifesavingSkills #WiregrassAHEC #AlabamaAHEC #WAAHEC

March is National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Education & Awareness Month. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex, chronic disease of the central nervous system that can significantly impact mobility, cognition, and overall quality of life. As part of our commitment to advancing healthcare education and access, the Alabama AHEC Network recognizes the importance of increasing awareness, promoting early diagnosis, and supporting ongoing research and clinical advancements in MS care. This month, we encourage healthcare professionals, students, and communities to engage in education and advocacy efforts to enhance understanding and improve patient outcomes. ?Learn more about MS: https://lnkd.in/g4kXtDK Join the conversation and share to raise awareness. #MSEducation #MSAwarenessMonth #MultipleSclerosis #AlabamaAHEC #HealthcareEducation #PublicHealth #AlabamaAHECNetwork

March is National Social Work Month! Social workers play a vital role in our communities, advocating for individuals and families, connecting them with essential resources, and addressing social determinants of health. They work in diverse settings, including healthcare, education, mental health, and public policy, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive the care and support they need. To highlight the critical role of social work in healthcare, the Alabama AHEC Network is hosting an AHEC Scholars Webinar featuring AHEC Scholars Alumni Katie Owens on Social Work and Interprofessional Collaboration: Friday, March 21st at 12 PM (Noon). Join us to learn more about how social workers collaborate across disciplines to improve patient outcomes and strengthen community health! Register here: https://lnkd.in/em8eMuFY #SocialWorkMonth #SWMonth2025 #CompassionPlusAction #AlabamaAHEC #AHECScholars #InterprofessionalCollaboration #HealthcareEducation #SocialWorkMatters

Wiregrass AHEC Scholars Kina Talton & Tyler Jaharus recently engaged with local high school students at the Pathways to Health Professions event at Troy University Dothan. Kina shared her journey from high school to Troy University and Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, while Tyler discussed his path from undergrad into ACOM—showing students that a future in healthcare is within reach! Through mentorship and shared experiences, they’re helping shape Alabama’s next generation of healthcare providers. Proud of their leadership! #AHECScholars #FutureHealthcareLeaders #PathwaysToHealth #WiregrassAlabamaAHEC #WAAHEC #ALAHEC #AlabamaAHECNetwork #AHEC