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Last fall, NHC’s Community Dental team delivered preventive dental care directly to local elementary and middle schools, removing barriers like cost, transportation, and time so students can stay healthy and ready to learn. Across eight schools – Ardenwald, Whitcomb, Mt. Scott, Lewelling, Milwaukie El Puente, Oak Grove, Linwood, and Rowe – NHC reached: 1,009 students…

Your generosity helped make 2025 a year of real momentum at NHC. Together, donors and grantors poured over $1 million into programs and charity care that expand access, strengthen clinics, and remove barriers to care across our community. Grant funds supported: School-based Health Centers, increasing access for students and families. Capital improvements at our new…

In February, NHC leaders traveled to Washington, D.C., to advocate for continued investment in Community Health Centers (CHCs). CHCs like NHC care for 1 in 7 people nationwide, including children, seniors, and families who rely on Medicaid or have limited resources. Even with this reach, CHCs account for just 1% of total U.S. healthcare spending,…

Talking about colon cancer screening (also called colorectal cancer screening) can feel awkward. The good news? Screening is one of the best ways to prevent colon cancer or find it early, before you feel sick.  Here’s a simple guide to what colon cancer screening is, when to start, and what to expect. What Is Colon Cancer Screening?  Colon cancer, also called colorectal…

At Neighborhood Health Center (NHC), our Board of Directors plays a vital role in guiding how care is delivered in our community. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, NHC is governed by a patient-majority Board, meaning patients help shape decisions that impact thousands of neighbors across our clinics. One of those patient leaders was Alan…

When you’re at a doctor’s appointment, it can sometimes feel like a whole new language is being spoken.  Words like “screening,” “acute,” or “referral” might come up, and it’s okay if you’re not sure what they mean. You’re not expected to know medical terms. That’s our job.  But understanding a few common words can help you feel more confident, ask questions, and take an active role in…

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Regular screening can catch changes early-almost always before cancer develops. January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. We sat down with Tove Silver, women’s health and adult/gerontology nurse practitioner at NHC, to answer common questions patients have about cervical cancer screening and the Pap test. Q: What…

Every January, many people feel pressure to make big health goals. Exercise every day. Eat perfectly. Change everything at once.  But here’s the truth: big changes are hard to keep. And when they don’t stick, it’s easy to feel discouraged.  That’s why small health steps often work better. They fit into real life. They feel possible. And over time, they add up to real progress.  At…

When Sally Loprinzi decided to become a nurse, women had very few career options.  “You could be a teacher, a secretary, or a nurse,” she says simply.  That was more than 58 years ago.  Since then, Sally has spent nearly six decades caring for people across the country-from small mining towns in California and tribal villages in…

The idea came to Philip Graham during a routine visit to the library.  He was searching for classic stories adapted for young readers, something welcoming and easy to understand, long before kids are ready for the originals. When the librarian paused and said she couldn’t think of any, Philip had a realization.  “That was the moment,” he says. “I…

Winter in Oregon means cold, rain, and less daylight. For people living with chronic health conditions, these things can make life feel harder. The cold can make joints ache, breathing more difficult, or blood sugar harder to control. Shorter days can also affect your mood and energy. At Neighborhood Health Center (NHC), we want to…

The holidays are a time for family, fun, and celebration. But for many people, the busy season can also make it harder to keep up with medications. Travel, special events, and schedule changes can throw off your usual routine. At Neighborhood Health Center (NHC), our pharmacy team is here to help you stay on track…