Volume 20 | October 2018

Monthly Highlights & Happenings

See what we've been thinking up for a healthier community!

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is a big deal here at CHA because it's breast cancer awareness month! CHA is a huge supporter of women's health, and that's why we had several big events going on this month! We talked with Fox 11 about preventative screenings CHA has, and even showed how to do a self examination at home.  We also had a GREAT time at the Susan G Komen Race for the Cure. CHA was the biggest single team at the race (if you couldn't tell from the photo to the right), and our mermaid/pirate theme of "treasure your chest" was a hit! Check out a few photos from the RGJ. There's also this feature from Nevada Business Chronicle talking about where the funds from SGK goes. Also, check out our blog featuring Vivian, one of our staff who is also a breast cancer survivor.

Eating Healthy with CHA  Having candy during Halloween doesn't have to be spooky for your health! Check out Katie's latest segment with Eating Healthy with CHA to learn more about how to enjoy your Halloween candy in a healthier way.

Does Flossing Matter? If flossing is good, why would people say there are no hard studies to support it? Check out a few of Dr. Collier's answers with KOLO8 Also, we wanted to have a side note of congrats to Dr. Collier Dr.Collier on her recent acceptance to National Oral Health Learning Institute (NOHLI) to learn more about oral health advocacy, she was one of 25 dental leaders in the nation selected to participate!

CHA Super Stars Here at CHA we would be nothing if not for our hard working and dedicated staff that pour their time, talents and efforts into giving our patients the absolute highest quality of care. A specific shout out goes to Maria Viera, a WIC team member, was featured in Nevada WIC's Peer Counselor Spotlight. Our other super star this month is Dr. Ng, the newest Chair for the Nevada Dental Association’s New Dentist Committee. This committee represents the voices of the new dentists in our community.

Congrats Reno Works We're proud to be involved in groups like the Reno Works Program with our Behavioral Health Manager helping facilitate change classes with participants on a weekly basis throughout the program. We are beyond proud of all the recent graduates and wish them nothing but the best as they step into this next chapter. Check out what our friends at KRNV 4 had to share about it.

The HPV Vaccine Isn't Just for Teens

The HPV vaccine, it's not just for young women anymore. Check out the story we did with KOLO8 and our Pharmacy Director, Jenn Wheeler, talking about the new information out there and what it means for this vaccine.

Thanks Human Bean! Wow! Together we raised $6,532.75 through the Human Bean’s Coffee for a Cure fundraiser on October 19. Thank you to all the customers who participated by purchasing coffee, merchandise, giving outright gifts and by sharing on social media. All proceeds are used to provide breast cancer screenings and any additional follow up care. Our patients are the recipients of your generosity and for that our hearts are full.

Socktober Huge thanks to everyone who donated to our Socktober Sock Drive for our homeless patients! We're still tallying the numbers and will have updates for you next month on the overall impact you all had in helping us keep our patients healthy this winter.   Stay tuned, these numbers will knock your socks off!

The Countdown Begins We’re on the countdown to Giving Tuesday – November 27. We will be raising funds for patient needs – they certainly will appreciate your thoughtfulness. More information is on the way, but in the meantime, please save the date.

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