How Community Health Centers Can Address Domestic Violence
By: Kimberly S.G. Chang, MD, MPH (Lead Author) and Anna Marjavi, Kenede Pratt-McCloud, Jake Sese, MPH,
Celebrating 60 Years of Health Centers and their Partners
Celebrating 60 Years of Health Centers and their Partners! Sixty years ago, the first Health Centers (HCs) were founded to provide healthcare to underserved communities. And 45 years ago, Futures Without Violence (FUTURES) was founded to prevent and end violence. HCs and FUTURES both share common values and a strong commitment to support the health, […]
Recognizing Health Center Dedication to Provide Quality Care for Survivors
Recognizing Health Center Dedication to Provide Quality Care for Survivors Did you know that 40-50% of people in the U.S. have experienced rape, physical violence and/or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime? This includes a large percentage of patients seen at health centers (HCs), with rates that can increase for special populations including […]
Hidden No More: What Every Health Center Should Know for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Authors: Dana Trampas, Kimberly Chang, MD, MPH, Anna Marjavi October 1, 2024 In a bustling health center (HC), Nurse Maria meets a patient named Ana during a routine visit. At first glance, Ana appears unremarkable—no bruises or visible signs of distress, just quiet with tired eyes. However, as they talk, Maria notices subtle cues: a […]
