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The Athens Health Network is an umbrella organization that serves as a safety net for those in need of healthcare, promoting the existing infrastructure of the Athens-Clarke County healthcare system and identifying the presence of service gaps and ways of filling those gaps. Athens Health Network connects healthcare and community leaders, equipping them with resources and information to provide healthcare to the uninsured and uninsured of Athens-Clarke County.
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News series on Athens Health Network released:
"Betting on Reno", a news series on Athens Health Network's health assurance program, has had its initial release. The series will have nine stories that were researched and written by University of Georgia Health and Medical Journalism students. Below is the link to background information and the stories in the series:
Background Information
Stories:
Nevada medical plan inspires new progam in Athens
An innovative way to aid the uninsured while reducing ER costs
Stay tuned for the next story in the series.
Student Spotlight: Smitha Ganeshan
Smitha Ganeshan, an Athens Health Network intern and UGA junior, was recently named a Truman Scholar. The Truman scholarship is awarded to students who posses exceptional leadership abilities and are committed to a career in public service. Smitha is an incredible asset to Athens Health Network, and we are honored to have her working with us.
Below is a link to the news story from the Red & Black:
UGA Student named Truman Scholar
Community Health Partner Program:
The CHPP graduated its 5th cohort of 7 Community Health Partners on May 3rd. Registration for a new progam cohort is now open.
Online Registration for CHPP - CLICK HERE
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