February is Heart Health Month and all across America, people are finding ways to fight heart disease and better care for their heart health. Heart disease is the number one cause of death for men and women in the US. Diet, fitness, family history, age and stress all play a
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Setting Family Goals for 2017
Spend more time together as a family, go outside and play, watch less TV, or try a new healthy recipe every week. Setting family goals is a positive way to start 2017 and, incorporating ways to try something new, is exciting for the whole family. Working together to set goals
$1 Million In Grants Available To California Safety Net Providers
Health Net, Inc. has agreed to provide more than $1 million in grants to “safety net” health and dental providers in California to help them enhance the quality and scope of services they provide their patients, many of whom are low-income.
Steps to Prevent the Flu this Season – Come In for Your Flu Shot at SNAHC
Every fall, cooler temperatures brings sneezing and runny noses. Even the healthiest families are not immune to getting sick. Flu symptoms can happen fast and take you down hard, making your family miss school, work and holiday family events. Older adults who have a weakened immune system and children who
Sacramento Native American Health Center Receives Kaiser Permanente Grant for Data-Driven Stroke and Heart Attack Prevention
Sacramento, California –December 15, 2016 The Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC), a community health nonprofit at 2020 J Street in Sacramento, was awarded $150,000 by Kaiser Permanente Northern California Community Benefit Grants Program this week. The grant, which will be spread over three years, will strengthen SNAHC’s ability to
Developing a Self Care Plan for the Holidays
For most, the holiday season is a time of joy, family and happiness. But for an increasing number of people, holidays can take a physical and emotional toll. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) creates mood shifts as it becomes colder and darker earlier. The thought of holiday responsibilities, financial woes and
Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Free Mammograms
We are proud to announce our partnership with Sutter Imaging to offer FREE mammograms every Saturday in October. What is a mammogram? Mammograms don’t prevent breast cancer, but they are a key component in detecting breast cancer as early as possible and have the potential to save lives. Symptoms of
Five Reasons to Pick Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC)
Choosing a doctor is very important. The relationship you have with your healthcare provider greatly influences the health decisions you make and ultimately your health. Whether you are looking for a primary care doctor or a specialist, it is important to find a provider you can partner with. A strong
2nd Annual Native Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run Event
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2016 9:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8:30 ELK GROVE PARK (ROTARY GROVE) As a community member you are encouraged to gather friends and family in putting together a team for this great event. Best decorated team will be recognized. Early Bird registration is now open through
SMF Focus: Drew Merritt
The Sacramento Mural Fest (SMF) is a week-long event featuring artists from Sacramento and around the world. From August 20 – 27, 2016 more than a dozen murals will be painted in our town, including on the SNAHC building. Check out the video of Drew Merritt as he paints his beautiful
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