NEWS
PHCC resources on mask guidance during a “tripledemic”
From Public Health Communications Collaborative: COVID-19, the flu, and RSV are surging in many parts of the country in what health experts and news media are calling a “tripledemic” of respiratory illnesses. With cases and hospitalizations on the rise, some public health authorities are revisiting indoor mask guidance. Get your […]
Grant Award Announcement
Thank you to Dominion Energy for awarding us this generous grant to Increase Access to Integrated Pharmaceutical Care and Medication for Under- and Uninsured Children and Adults in Northern Virginia. It can be difficult to afford medications, but that doesn’t mean people in need should be without them. We will […]
New Interactive Graphics: The Stimulant Overdose Crisis & Fentanyl’s Influence
“Overdose deaths are often attributed to more than one drug, either knowingly or unknowingly combined. Significant portions of stimulant deaths – 49% of deaths involving methamphetamine and 71% of deaths involving cocaine – now involve a synthetic opioid, primarily fentanyl.” More on this infographic from National Institute for Health Care […]
Telemundo Appearance
Nova ScriptsCentral, along with Culmore Clinic, was recently highlighted in a Telemundo 44 Washington, D.C. broadcast! NSC is grateful to work with Culmore Clinic in order to improve the health and wellbeing of our local community. See the full broadcast: bit.ly/3gTTqN4
Now in Spanish – Free Resources for Youth, Parents, and Teacher
Rates of anxiety, depression, suicide, and other mental health conditions are on the rise for adolecents. Mental Health America has resources to help! Due to popular demand, they have created Spanish-language fact sheets, posters and worksheets that can be downloaded here: bit.ly/3zpRu4W
Catalogue of Philanthropy “Change Maker” Event
What an honor it was to participate in the Community Changemakers 2022 event from The Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington! Our Community Outreach Manager, Coco Urbina, participated in spreading the word about the work we do here in Northern Virginia! Learn more about us: bit.ly/3sUfkkY
Promo Kit for Changemakers: Invite Your Networks!
Join us for Community Changemakers on November 9th and learn more about what we do over drinks, light bites, & games at Planet Word! We’re excited to be part of this annual celebration of local impact with the The Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington alongside peer, small nonprofits. Hope to […]
New Infographic – Hunger in America
The infographic from National Institute for Health Care Management highlights the many challenges contributing to food security in the U.S. as well as steps to improve food access and strengthen food systems nationwide. View more: bit.ly/3CPudKy
FindHelp Webinar
Did you miss the recent findhelp webinar on Social Connection? Our executive director, Dr. Donney John, spoke on how he is addressing social isolation within the populations we serve to increase social connection. View it here: bit.ly/3SFMUav
Mentor of the Year!
Urban Alliance has mentors all throughout the region. Dr. Donney John, PharmD was selected as their Northern Virginia Mentor of the Year! He got the opportunity to mentor Marian Cespedes, who says Dr. John’s mentorship has greatly impacted her. Learn more about the Urban Alliance: bit.ly/3PXT1Va