Erie Family Health Centers

?? March is National Nutrition Month! ?? Good nutrition fuels our bodies, sharpens our minds, and supports overall well-being. This month, let’s prioritize healthy eating habits—whether it’s making balanced meal choices, staying hydrated, or practicing mindful eating. ? Incorporate more whole foods ? Choose nutrient-dense snacks ? Stay active & hydrated Small steps can lead to big health benefits! What’s one nutrition goal you’re setting for yourself this month? Let’s inspire each other to eat well & live well! #NationalNutritionMonth #HealthyLiving #WellnessMatters

As a mother of 7, Ann Marie Mathis understands the challenge of caring for young children and yourself. That challenge is compounded when individuals and families struggle to access, and afford, necessities like diapers and period supplies. Armed with a M.S. and B.S. in organizational leadership, and over 20 years of corporate experience, she started Keeping Families Covered in an effort to make a difference and provide support to people in crisis, ensuring that essentials like diapers and period products were available to those who needed them most. #WomensHistoryMonth #EndPeriodPoverty #DiaperNeed

?? Championing Public Health & Equity ?? We celebrate the incredible contributions of Dr. Linda Rae Murray, a world-renowned public health leader, advocate, and educator. Since 2009, she has been shaping the next generation of public health professionals as a faculty member at SPH, teaching in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Dr. Murray’s leadership spans decades, including roles as: ? Director of Environmental & Occupational Health, Chicago Department of Public Health ? Chief Medical Officer, Cook County Department of Public Health ? Member of the Health Equity & Social Justice Team, NACCHO ? President, American Public Health Association ? Co-chair of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Health & Human Services Transition Team Her unwavering dedication to health equity continues to inspire change both locally and nationally. ???? #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #Leadership #SocialJustice

We are gathering friends and fans to watch the Chicago Bulls play the Toronto Raptors. Whether the Bulls win or lose, this is a #WIN for accessible healthcare! There is no limit to the number of tickets we can sell, and we want to see our section(s) FULL. Invite your friends, family, colleagues, and bring your Erie spirit. Purchase tickets here: https://erie.health/bulls #ChicagoBulls #OneErie

?? National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day ?? Today, we recognize the strength, resilience, and health of women and girls affected by HIV/AIDS. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of education, prevention, and equitable healthcare access for all. Women, especially women of color, continue to be disproportionately affected by HIV. Yet, through awareness, testing, and access to treatment, we can work towards a future where every woman and girl has the knowledge and resources to protect her health. ?? What can you do today? ? Get informed about HIV/AIDS and its impact on women. ? Support organizations advocating for women’s health. ? Encourage testing and destigmatize conversations around HIV. #EndHIVStigma #WomenAndGirlsHealth #EmpowerWomen

?? Celebrating International Women's Day at Erie Family Health Centers! ?? Today, we honor the incredible women who make a difference every day—our patients, providers, staff, and community members. At Erie Family Health Centers, we are proud to champion health equity, empower compassionate care, and support the next generation of leaders. This year’s theme, #AccelerateAction, reminds us that when patients are supported, valued, and uplifted, entire communities thrive. Let’s continue working together to break barriers, amplify voices, and create a healthier, more equitable world for all. #InternationalWomensDay #ErieFamilyHealth #HealthEquity

Did you know that #Medicaid covers about 41% of births in the U.S.? Cuts to Medicaid eligibility and coverage would threaten thousands of Erie patients’ access to affordable healthcare. And without insurance coverage, people are much less likely to seek preventative #healthcare or see specialists when needed - resulting in healthcare complications needing additional visits to the ER. Erie patient and new mom Phantasha Gray and many of our peer healthcare providers spoke with the Chicago Tribune about the real impact of the potential Medicaid cuts. Read the article here -> https://bit.ly/4kwNMfB

Erie has been working hard to increase our patients' access to colorectal cancer screening and is thrilled to share that we are the Grand Prize Winner of the 2025 National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT) National Achievement Awards. Last year, we screened more than 16,000 patients for colorectal cancer - 20% more than the year before - and collaborated with our partner hospitals to help remove patients' barriers to screening and follow-up care. Learn more here about this exciting recognition and our fellow honorees: https://lnkd.in/gaTz4-du

With federal funding for Community Health Centers expiring this month, CHC leaders have been calling, emailing, and visiting with members of Congress to make sure they understand the critical role CHCs play as the nation’s largest network of primary care providers. In this video from our February Hill Day, we hear from the following leaders about the messages they are sharing with lawmakers: Lee Francis, MD, MPH, Erie Family Health Centers Tambetta Ojong, MD, United Health Centers Dalia Galvan Morales, Erie Family Health Centers Brandon Gaffney, MHA, New Horizon Family Health Services

This March, we are celebrating Women's History Month and acknowledging all of the trailblazing women who have fought for equality on behalf of women today and in the future. Throughout history, #women have made vital contributions, often in the face of discrimination or unequal rights. Courageous women have fought for the right to vote, stood against injustice, and extended opportunities for women who follow in their footsteps. During Women's History Month, let us honor women who have influenced #healthcare and made a mark on health history, and pay tribute to those who envisioned a future where women could be doctors, clinicians, and researchers, as well as educated patients who know how to advocate for their own care. #WHM2025 #WomensHistoryMonth #OneErie