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AHN News | May 2020
Your monthly news & updates from AHN!
June is About Men's Health!


June kicks off #MensHealthMonth to bring awareness to the challenges men face in life to build a stronger tomorrow.
Men on average have shorter life spans than women, while women are more likely to visit their doctor regularly.
Keeping Our Staff and Community Safe
As we continue to remain open for you...
To protect you and our staff, we have set cleaning and sanitizing protocols.

We require all visitors to wear masks and use hand sanitizer before
entering the office.
The safety of our staff and visitors is our number one priority.
We are open Mon-Fri from 8am-5pm.

You can visit accesstohealthcare.org for a list of all our services and assistance.

Our community needs Access to Healthcare now more than ever.
If You Are Uninsured Call Us, We Can Help!
Access Medical Program

The Access Medical Program is designed to provide access to high quality and affordable healthcare services to the uninsured and under-insured in our community through our network of over 2,000 providers statewide including Renown, Saint Mary’s, and Carson Tahoe. We can assist you in accessing healthcare services including primary care, specialty care, urgent care, hospital-based care, and prescriptions.

As a member of Access Medical you will be assigned a personal healthcare coordinator who will guide you through the healthcare system and help you get the care you need to become and stay healthy. With AHN you are not alone in navigating the complex healthcare system. Our care coordinators will be there for you every step of the way to answer any questions you may have, find providers you may need, and make sure you are being taken care of.

To help protect the health of our clients, our staff, and our community as a whole we have taken steps to be able to provide enrollment into our Access Medical Program over the phone.

CALL Today:  877.385.2345
Did you know, you can start your
Access Medical application online?
Get $25 off your next membership!




#ReferAFriend  to Access Medical! Starting now thru June 30th, get $25 off your next membership fee when you refer a friend!

New member who joins will also receive $10 off on their first month’s membership fee!

Call: 877.385.2345 or
Start your online application today:
https://www.accesstohealthcare.org/mdp-application
Congrats, Class of 2020!
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Pharmacy Savings Card
Inside Rx | Access to Healthcare
Access to Healthcare Network has partnered with the national pharmacy discount program InsideRX to provide you access to over 50,000 major retail pharmacies throughout the United States and save an average of 70% on medications for both you and your pets.
No insurance for you or your pets? High deductible?
No problem!
The Inside Rx prescription savings card is simple to download and free to use.

Just present your savings card and prescription to your pharmacist to see if you can start saving! 

Your journey to better health starts at home...
with Access to Healthcare Network’s FREE health education workshops

Now more than ever, your health is our top priority. That’s why we’re excited to announce that Access to Healthcare Network is offering  FREE  virtual health education workshops to help you become and stay well during this difficult time. Thanks to video and phone conferencing technology, you can join others like you in gaining the knowledge, skills, and support needed to make healthy lifestyle choices.. all without ever leaving the comfort and safety of your own home.


Diabetes Prevention Program

What:  Virtual group-based workshop to help adults at risk for type 2 diabetes improve their overall health and reduce the risk for developing this disease. With the help and support of Registered Dietitians, you’ll learn how to make small, meaningful changes to your eating habits, physical activity, and lifestyle and start down the path toward a happier, healthier life.

Who:   Workshops are open to adults who have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.

Where:  Classes are held via Zoom (video conferencing system) with the option to call in using a phone, computer, or tablet.

When:  Call for information on upcoming classes.

Cost:   FREE  for a limited time only!


Spaces are limited – call today to reserve your spot!
(775) 284-1898



Chronic Disease Self-Management Program

What:  Virtual group-based workshop to help adults better manage a variety of chronic health conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, COPD, cancer, arthritis, and more! Learn how to take in active role in improving your health through nutrition, physical activity, stress management, goal-setting, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Who:   This program is open to adults living with any chronic health condition including, but not limited to: Asthma, Arthritis, Cancer, COPD, Chronic Fatigue, Diabetes, Depression, Fibromyalgia, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Lung Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis. Caregivers are also encouraged to attend in support.

Where:  Classes are held via Zoom (video conferencing system) with the option to call in using a phone, computer, or tablet.

When:  Call for information on upcoming classes.

Cost:   FREE  for a limited time only!


Spaces are limited – call today to reserve your spot!
(775) 284-1898



FREE Transportation: Senior Ambassador Program
The Senior Ambassador Program provides free non-emergency medical transportation to eligible Medicare patients. This program is made available in partnership with Saint Mary’s Health Network.

  • Appointments with a health care provider
  • Home from the hospital
  • To and from outpatient procedures
  • To pick up your medications or medical equipment
  • To and from the gym or physical therapy
  • To the grocery store
 Call 775-507-4582 for more information

Mark Your Calendars: National Get Tested for HIV is June 27th


There are so many ways to get tested
for HIV—at home, at the doctor’s office, with a friend. Find the best way for YOU. Find a testing location near you: https://go.usa.gov/xmm6E

June is #P r i d e Month
The month of June was chosen for LGBTQ Pride Month to commemorate the Stonewall riots, which occurred at the end of June 1969.  As a result, many pride events are held during this month to recognize the impact LGBTQ people have had in the world.

Access to Healthcare Network is an organization that reflects
and honors our diverse community here in Nevada. 
We are driven by the shared experiences of individuals and strive to build a better tomorrow. We salute diversity, practice inclusion, and demand equality for all.  
Recipe of the Month: Steel Cut Oats
Courtney Lenhart MS, RDN, LD | Health Educator at AHN
Click Video for Full Recipe
Access to Health Podcast
Special Series: COVID-19 Issues In Our Community

Hosted by Sherri Rice, CEO
Listen to our latest Access to Health podcasts! Each week, AHN's CEO, Sherri Rice, chats with a local healthcare leader on topics that matter to you. Episodes can be found at  accesstohealthcare.org/podcast  or by searching "Access to Health" on Apple Podcasts
Latest Podcast:
Meet our Team - Men's Health Month

Meet AHN COO, Trevor Rice .

" Staying healthy is very important to me because I want to be a good role model for my daughter and want to make sure I’m around to see my grandkids. Staying healthy is something that I work on all the time. It’s not easy but it’s worth it. To stay healthy I do things I enjoy. Like riding my bike, going for walks, playing with my daughter, and gardening. I try to eat healthy. Try being the magic word. It doesn’t happen all the time. I don’t do diets. They don’t work for me. They are too hard to maintain and make it so I don’t enjoy my food. I just try and eat good, healthy food I actually like and try to practice moderation with the really delicious not so good for you stuff. "

Meet Access Medical Care Coordinator, Cristian Morales .

"Staying healthy is super important especially around this time!
There’s a saying “your gut is like your second brain.” Which I definitely agree with. An imbalance in the gut can lead to fatigue, stress, and discomfort which is why I like to take probiotics whether it’s from supplements, yogurt, apple cider vinegar or kombucha!
Trying to maintain an active lifestyle is hard, especially during quarantine. I enjoy going for a run in the evenings while maintaining a safe distance from the people around me."

Meet Non-Medical Case Manager, William Martinez .

"I like to be as active as possible. During the Pandemic, since gyms have been closed, I have resorted to doing more high intensity workouts from home, hiking, mountain biking and going on runs. for my eating habits, I focus on cutting out carbohydrates, sugars, and excessive salt and I substitute it with healthier alternatives. I also like to drink about a gallon of water daily to keep my body hydrated and to help boost my energy level. It’s always tough to try to stick with healthy habits but the end result is always satisfying."

We have gathered all resources on a PDF page for you!
is now LIVE on our website.
*PDF gets updated weekly. Please check out our COVID-19 page for the latest resource.
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National Healthcare News
Environmental survey of hospital sites reveals how infections often start
There are two broad microbial communities within hospitals that may contribute to hospital-acquired infections, according to a new metagenomic sequencing study.
Hospital-acquired infections are a  continuing issue in healthcare , as there are about 721,800 such infections each year in the U.S. These infections are further exacerbated by antibiotic resistance and the emergence of multidrug-resistant organis ms.
COVID-19 presents a new chance to make telehealth accessible to the underserved
David Smith, executive director for the Medicaid Transformation Project, says vulnerable people are being left behind by the telehealth revolution – and it's vital to address systemic racism, language barriers and social determinants of health.
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