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In total, 80% of free clinics experienced an increase in patient demand in 2023, a steady increase from 73% in 2022 and 68% in 2021.
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- In total, 80% of free clinics experienced an increase in patient demand in 2023, a steady increase from 73% in 2022 and 68% in 2021.
- Free and charitable clinics are the safety net for those who slip through the coverage gap, with 82% of their patient populations being uninsured.
- 190,000 individuals volunteered at free and charitable clinics and pharmacies across the country last year, but the need for specialized care is only increasing.
- Survey results showed that most free clinics and pharmacies across the country purchase medications on behalf of their patients using their own budgets.
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Medicine Alexandria, VA, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) announces the acquisition of the Charitable Pharmacies of America.
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- Alexandria, VA, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) announces the acquisition of the Charitable Pharmacies of America.
- The Charitable Pharmacies of America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit association of charitable pharmacies, pharmaceutical distributors, pharmacists, and community advocates working to extend access and elevate the standards for more accessible, equitable, and comprehensive prescription services.
- The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) was founded in 2001 as the only nonprofit 501c (3) organization whose mission is solely focused on the issues and needs of the medically underserved throughout the nation and the more than 1,400 Free and Charitable Clinics and Charitable Pharmacies that serve them.
- “The NAFC is honored to welcome the Charitable Pharmacies of America,” shared Nicole Lamoureux, President & CEO at NAFC.
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Medicaid Alexandria, VA, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) and the McKesson Foundation announce a $1.28M grant dispersed over 2023 and 2024 to address critical needs of free and charitable clinics and their patients across the United States.
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- Alexandria, VA, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) and the McKesson Foundation announce a $1.28M grant dispersed over 2023 and 2024 to address critical needs of free and charitable clinics and their patients across the United States.
- Funding from the McKesson Foundation will establish programs and resources to support increased breast cancer screening and subsequent referrals to care among uninsured women.
- A vast majority of patients (93%) seen at National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics member organizations are uninsured.
- “At the McKesson Foundation, we know that un- and under-insured patients often struggle to access high-quality health services.
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Breast As a bipartisan organization committed to the health and welfare of all individuals, the NAFC recognizes the importance of fiscal responsibility.
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- As a bipartisan organization committed to the health and welfare of all individuals, the NAFC recognizes the importance of fiscal responsibility.
- However, this bill is shockingly short-sighted and will have devastating consequences that will reverberate throughout America’s healthcare system for years.
- The House Labor-HHS Appropriations Bill sends the message that women, especially uninsured women, and women of color, are not a priority.
- The House Labor-HHS Appropriations Bill falls short of what our citizens deserve, and we as a country must do better.
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Pharmaceutical industry Alexandria, VA, April 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) released the 2023 Data Report.
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- Alexandria, VA, April 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) released the 2023 Data Report.
- The Data Report includes insights from 775 free and charitable clinics across the United States to determine the status, demand, and needs of healthcare in communities across the country.
- In total, there were 5.8 million patient visits at free and charitable clinics in 2022.
- “The insights from the 2022 Data Report underscore the crucial role that free and charitable clinics play in America’s healthcare system,” shared NAFC President and CEO, Nicole Lamoreux.
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Medicine Alexandria, VA, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) presented the Seventh and Final Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Award for Health Equity to Nancy Lascheid, Co-Founder of Neighborhood Health Clinic in Naples, Florida.
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- Alexandria, VA, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) presented the Seventh and Final Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Award for Health Equity to Nancy Lascheid, Co-Founder of Neighborhood Health Clinic in Naples, Florida.
- After seven years, Nancy Lascheid is the final recipient of this award.
- “Nancy Lascheid is the perfect recipient of the final RWJF Award for Health Equity and is a shining example of the incredible impact made by those that dedicate their lives to service, “said NAFC President and Chief Executive Officer Nicole Lamoureux.
- The NAFC honored Nancy at its 2022 Charitable Healthcare Symposium by presenting the award to her daughter, Leslie Lascheid, who worked alongside her mother and is the current CEO of the Neighborhood Health Clinic.
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Medicine Alexandria, VA, Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) welcomes new officers and three new members to their 2023 Board of Directors.
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- Alexandria, VA, Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) welcomes new officers and three new members to their 2023 Board of Directors.
- Maureen Tomoschuk, President & CEO of Community Volunteers in Medicine in Pennsylvania, has been elected to serve as Chair of the NAFC board.
- Tomoschuk previously served as Vice Chair of the board during 2021-2022.
- “I’m honored to serve as Chair of the Board of Directors for the NAFC and to continue to support the 1,400+ free and charitable clinics and pharmacies represented,” said Maureen Tomoschuk, NAFC Board Chair.
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Medicine Alexandria, VA, Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) welcomes new officers and three new members to their 2023 Board of Directors.
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- Alexandria, VA, Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) welcomes new officers and three new members to their 2023 Board of Directors.
- Maureen Tomoschuk, President & CEO of Community Volunteers in Medicine in Pennsylvania, has been elected to serve as Chair of the NAFC board.
- Tomoschuk previously served as Vice Chair of the board during 2021-2022.
- “I’m honored to serve as Chair of the Board of Directors for the NAFC and to continue to support the 1,400+ free and charitable clinics and pharmacies represented,” said Maureen Tomoschuk, NAFC Board Chair.
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Medicine Being a rural community with a lack of public transportation, Ilana helped create a transportation program to get patients to and from appointments, eliminating a major barrier to care. This program provides almost 1,000 rides annually, which significantly increased patient visit attendance and, in turn, drove improved health outcomes. She also helped create and serves as a leader of BASIC--Berkshire Alliance to Support the Immigrant Community, which brings together different local organizations working to make it easier for immigrants to thrive in their community, harnessing the various available resources and working together to change the systems that impact health outcomes. Ilana also helped ensure that resources were available to address the COVID-19 pandemic by educating the community, helping identify places to quarantine for those living in congregate housing, and ensuring equitable access to vaccines. Greater than 95% of the clinic’s patients have received COVID-19 vaccinations.
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- This program provides almost 1,000 rides annually, which significantly increased patient visit attendance and, in turn, drove improved health outcomes.
- The RWJF Awards for Health Equity is a grant program spanning seven years that has been awarded to the NAFC and other organizations spanning sectors including public health, health care, social justice, civic leadership, education, community development, and philanthropy.
- The NAFC is requesting nominations for the Seventh Award for Health Equity.
- The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) is committed to improving health and health equity in the United States.
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Medicine It supports free and charitable clinics in expanding patient-tailored, innovative models of chronic disease care for vulnerable patients in the United States.
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- It supports free and charitable clinics in expanding patient-tailored, innovative models of chronic disease care for vulnerable patients in the United States.
- "Direct Relief is privileged to again join with NAFC and BD to recognize these clinics and their critical role."
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