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
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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
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
Diabetes Talking Circle
Every month the Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc. offers free workshops about Diabetes Self Management. Please join us in September for a class about proper foot care for patients with diabetes. Later in the month, Amy from YMCA will return for another Body Movement for Wellness class. Registration is
A Letter From The SNAHC
We are so proud… The Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) is proud to announce the completion of our new Medical Center (the new dental office is expected in the fall) at 2020 J Street, in the heart of Midtown, Sacramento. Our passion for health is rooted in improving access
WEAVE Job Opportunities
WEAVE is hiring for 2 AI/AN specific positions. Victim Advocate- American Indian/Alaskan Native Specific Crisis Response Advocate-American Indian/Alaskan Native Specific
New Car Seat Law
The new California car seat law becomes enforceable on January 1, 2017. Children must be properly buckled in a rear-facing car seat until at least age 2. Attached are the first of several educational materials that will be released by the CA Dept. of Public Health. You can print and