Category Archives: Clinical & Community Preventive Services
Ensure that prevention-focused health care and community prevention efforts are available, integrated, and mutually reinforcing.
Montana Tobacco Use Prevention Program
The mission of the Montana Tobacco Use Prevention Program (MTUPP) is to address the public health crisis caused by the use of all forms of commercial tobacco products. MTUPP will work to eliminate tobacco use, especially among young people, through statewide programs and policies. This program has made significant strides to reduce tobacco use in Montana […]
Continue readingAmerican Cancer Society: Relay for Life
Relay For Life is the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Relay is staffed and coordinated by volunteers in thousands of communities and 27 countries. Volunteers give of their time and effort because they believe it’s time to take action against cancer. Relay is a team fundraising event where team members take […]
Continue readingLifestyle Balance (LSB) Diabetes Prevention Program
The number of people diagnosed with diabetes in the United States has increased from 1.5 million in 1958 to 21 million people in 2012 (DPHHS, 2018). In the state of Montana there are currently about 65,000 adults diagnosed with diabetes. The percent of Montanans diagnosed with diabetes continues to increase over the years. Data based […]
Continue readingShape Up Montana
Shape Up Montana February 1 – May 1, 2018 Registration Begins January 1, 2018 Ready to get back into shape after the holidays? The Shape Up Montana program is a team wellness program where teams, made up of friends, family members, coworkers, etc. can compete against other teams across the state of Montana. In the […]
Continue readingThe Hero Sound Project
Based in Missoula, Montana- Hero Sound Project is a program for Veterans which is part of The Zootown Arts Community Center’s Alternative Music Program (The ZACC) that has established a music program for our local Veterans. Hero’s Sound Project’s mission is to assist in the healing process of our Veterans with the use of Music creation. […]
Continue readingMobile Mammography Coach
One in every eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Fortunately, when breast cancer is found early, this disease is highly treatable. Mammography, in combination with monthly self-exams, is the key to early detection. In fact, a mammogram can detect a lump in your breast months—and even years—before you can feel […]
Continue readingHealthy Living for Life Show
Healthy Living for Life is a weekly series sponsored, produced and hosted by Mountain-Pacific Quality Health. Healthy Living for Life aims to educate Montana and northern Wyoming viewers about how they can become active participants in today’s ever-changing health care climate. While the show is geared toward seniors and their caregivers, it will cover a wide range […]
Continue readingWomen’s Health Fair
Posted on October 9, 2017 Clark Fork Valley Hospital will be hosting a Women’s Health Fair at the Plains Senior Center on October 19th from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Admission is FREE!!! All participants will receive a FREE Cholesterol Draw Voucher along with other FREE Screenings like Blood Pressure, Body Analysis and Blood Glucose. […]
Continue readingSheridan County Health and Wellness Fair
Posted on August 28, 2017 Theme: Be Strong, Be Healthy, Be Happy Date: Saturday, September 16, 2017 Time: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Location: Sheridan County Civic Center, Plentywood, Montana Goal: Their goal is to have a fun, engaging way to get individuals thinking about their emotional, spiritual, physical and mental health. They hope the […]
Continue readingCare Van
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana Care Van is a community partnership and outreach program that provides vaccines to Montanans, with an emphasis on underserved populations. CareVan teams up with community health officials to administer vaccines at no cost, or low cost, to patients. The program brings services to Montana’s rural and underserved […]
Continue readingWomen 4 Wellness
Posted on July 31, 2017 SKCCPW (Salish Kootenai College Center for Prevention and Wellness) Mission The mission of the Center for Prevention & Wellness (CPW) is to provide culturally relevant programs aimed at improving the health and wellness of all community members including American Indians. They provide education and direct services with respect for the […]
Continue readingDevelopmental Educational Assistance Program (DEAP)
The Developmental Educational Assistance Program (DEAP) is a not for profit organization that provides a variety of family education, support, childcare, health nutrition and residential services to families, children and adults. Services are provided in 17 eastern Montana counties. Satellite offices are located in Colstrip and Glendive. DEAP successfully administers services through contracts awarded by […]
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