OK Primary Care Association

Community Health Centers are a critical access point for oral health care. In 2024: 🦷 7M patients served 🦷 16.8M visits 🦷 80% provide dental care Yet 2 in 3 patients still have unmet needs. ➡️ Learn more in our latest blog: bit.ly/3PGcr6v #ValueCHCs

A four leaf clover looks nice. But extra health benefits? That’s even better. 🍀 Many SoonerSelect members may have access to value-added benefits like grocery supports and transportation depending on their plan. See what’s included in your coverage at bit.ly/3RhTzbt

Governor Stitt has proclaimed March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is treatable when found at an early stage. Start testing at age 45. Let’s raise awareness and encourage one another to prioritize preventive care. Learn more at brnw.ch/21x0GpP.

Community Health Centers reach more people than annual reports show. New analysis finds up to 52 million people—1 in 7 in the U.S.—rely on Community Health Centers for primary care over time. Read the full blog: ➡️ bit.ly/4aYrQaK #ValueCHCs #PrimaryCare

For 60 years, Community Health Centers have expanded access, improved outcomes, & strengthened the U.S. health system. A new article by NACHC’s Peter Shin & Gina Capra explores how sustained investment built the nation’s largest primary care system. bit.ly/4l8WPUO

March is National Nutrition Month and a great way to start focusing on food sustainability is by starting a container or backyard garden to grow food at home! Check out some tips on how to get started: brnw.ch/21x0oe1. #NationalNutritionMonth

Sixty years ago, a bold idea took root in Mound Bayou, MS. Today, it’s the foundation of the nation’s largest primary care system. From one rural clinic to 1,512 Community Health Centers serving 52M patients—this is how it began. Watch now on #NACHCTV. ➡️bit.ly/3MUDBG0

Colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers for both men and women in the United States — and it remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths. The lifetime risk is about 1 in 23 for men and 1 in 26 for women. Link in bio.

Oklahoma’s Medicaid program is called SoonerCare. SoonerCare helps one million Oklahomans access care. That's 1 in 4 Oklahomans! To learn more about the program, check out our annual report: bit.ly/4r1tPRg.

Telehealth allows you to connect with a healthcare provider remotely using your phone, tablet, or computer which makes care more accessible and convenient. Call or text "TELEHEALTH" to 405-632-6688 to schedule your appointment. #telehealth #virtual #health #varietycare

Hill Day at #PIForum26: thousands of Community Health Center advocates held 300+ meetings across the House & Senate — thanking lawmakers for the largest CHC funding increase in a decade and pushing to protect care for 52M patients. Were you there? Comment below! ⬇️ #ValueCHCs

This week, HRSA Administrator Tom Engels delivered a unifying message at @NACHC Policy & Issues Forum: community health centers are vital to helping HRSA delivering high-quality care to millions of Americans. Learn more about HRSA’s Health Center Program: ms.spr.ly/6016QuH6G

Health Center advocates gathered at NACHC’s Policy & Issues Forum Advocacy Taskforce Breakfast to strategize & connect. After the largest funding increase for CHCs in a decade, their message to Congress is clear: thank you for supporting Community Health Centers! #PIForum26

Opening session of NACHC’s P&I Forum highlighted CHCs’ impact—serving 14% of Americans at just 1% of costs, saving Medicaid $58B, and supporting 800k jobs—plus the 2026 Migrant Health Award to Brenda Cardenas of Adelante Healthcare. #ValueCHCs #PIForum26

Next up @NACHC’s P&I, @HRSAgov Administrator Tom Engles gives many thanks and applause to the nation’s Community Health Centers! It is clear that Administrator Engles #ValuesCHCs 👏👏👏

DYK? Last year, 1 in 7 Oklahomans with SoonerCare was served by a community health center!

This #WorldCancerDay, we’re highlighting the critical role CHCs play—from early detection to ongoing, patient-centered care. With tools like Azara DRVS, teams can identify screening gaps, coordinate outreach, and ensure patients get the right care at the right time.

☀️ Whether spring comes sooner or later, if you’re thinking about taking the next step in your career, it’s the perfect season to check out our virtual job board. At any time of the year, you can find thousands of opportunities across the nation: ow.ly/GyXE50XTH8Y

February is #AmericanHeartMonth. Through evidence-based care, Community Health Centers help patients control hypertension and manage cholesterol, reducing heart disease risk in communities across the country.

Community Health Centers help ensure children can get dental care onsite—regardless of insurance or ability to pay. In 2024, 80%+ of CHCs provided dental services, supporting healthy smiles and lifelong health. #ChildrensDentalHealthMonth #NCDHM #ValueCHCs