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WE KICK-OFF NATIONAL HEALTH CENTER WEEK

AUGUST 12TH IN KENNER, LA
 
Hispanic community serves as the special focus of the August 12th back-to-school health fair
 
NEW ORLEANS, LA – Daughters of Charity Health Centers (DCHC) will host a back-to-school health fair Saturday, August 12th at Grace & Restoration Church (Iglesia Gracia y Restauracion), 3000 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  The back-to-school health fair is free and open to the public, and will serve as DCHC’s kick-off for National Health Center Week, a week-long national celebration that raises awareness about the mission and accomplishments of America’s Health Centers.
 
The back-to-school health fair, hosted at the church which primarily serves the local Hispanic community, will feature a school supply giveaway and a variety of health screenings and services, including dental, vision, blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol screenings and much more.  DCHC is proud to partner with Henry Schein, a worldwide distributor of medical and dental supplies, to conduct the back-to-school health fair.  Henry Schein will provide a variety of free health care kits to participants.  DCHC is one of four health care centers nationwide to be awarded a grant from Henry Schein to support the health fair.
 
Additionally, pharmaceutical and medical supplies distributor McKesson will support DCHC’s National Health Center Week initiative by providing health care kits comprised of bandage packs, hand sanitizers and toothbrushes.  The kits will be distributed during DCHC’s outreach to the homeless at Ozanam Inn on August 16th.
 
DCHC’s recognition of National Health Center Week concludes with a job fair Saturday, August 19th at its Carrollton health center, 3201 S Carrollton Ave., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Between August 12th and August 19th, DCHC is scheduled to participate in other events as follows:

August 14th:        Health screenings at the Honduran Consulate (event closed to the public) and 
                             Gretna United Methodist Church (event open to the public) 9AM - 1PM

August 15th:        Back-to-school giveaways at Daughters of Charity Health Center – Desire
                             (event open to the public) 4 - 6 PM

August 16th:        Health Care for the Homeless Day at Ozanam Inn (event open to DCHC staff
                             only

August 17th:        Health screenings on the DCHC medical mobile unit during Market Umbrella’s 
                             Farmer’s Market near the American Can Apartments (event open to the public)
                             3 - 7 PM

August 18th:        Citywide Baby Shower for new and expecting moms taking place at Daughters
                             of Charity Health Center - New Orleans East (event is free and open to the
                             public; call (504) 212-9545 to register) 10AM - 2 PM

August 19th:        DCHC Job Fair at Daughters of Charity Health Center - Carrollton 10 AM - 2 PM

 
A complete list of events, including dates and times can be found here. For media inquiries, please contact Kertrina Watson Lewis at (504) 231-0659.
  
As an integral part of the health care community for more than 180 years, the Daughters of Charity are committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive health care to all members of our community, regardless of their ability to pay. Daughters of Charity Health Centers offers high-quality, affordable health care for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors at ten community health centers throughout greater New Orleans. Services include primary and preventive health care, pediatrics, dental, optometry, chronic disease management, prenatal care, behavioral health, and onsite laboratories and pharmacies.
 
 

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“Champions FORE Health” 2nd Annual Golf Tournament

We hope you’ll consider sponsoring/playing in Daughters of Charity Foundation of New Orleans’ 2nd Annual “Champions FORE Health” Golf Tournament taking place at Joe Bartholomew Golf Course Friday, September 29.  Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. with a tee time of 12:00 noon, Click here for more information.
 

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We're Here When You Need Us - New, Extended Medical Hours

at Carrollton Health Center

You don’t always get sick during office hours. We get it, & we’re doing something about it! On March 13, we're extending medical service hours at our Carrollton location. Our new hours are 7:30A - 8P Monday through Thursday, and 8A - 5P Friday. Call us at (504) 207-3060 for appointment information.
 

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#GivingHope
 

Consider a gift to our Seton Medication Fund to ensure that no patient goes without essential medication because they can't afford it. Click here to support this worthwhile cause.
 

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Introducing Daughters of Charity Health Center - Algiers

Daughters of Charity Health Centers has expanded its footprint to include the thriving practice of veteran pediatrician Dr. Thattil P. Gouri. Dr. Gouri began practicing with Daughters of Charity Health Centers September 1.Welcome to Daughters of Charity Health Center - Algiers, Dr. Gouri and our latest team addition, Dr. Lolita C. Gonzales! We look forward to many more years of service to current and new patients. 
 

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FREE Pregnancy Tests Available at Daughters of Charity Health

Center - Gentilly