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Frontline health clinics adapt to climate challenges with assistance from a free resource

NC Health News

What sets the Climate Resilience for Frontline Clinics Toolkit apart is that it was co-developed in partnership with free clinics and community health centers serving low-income and uninsured patients, said Donna Porstner, Americares vice president of marketing and communications.

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In the wake of disasters, rural health could end up running on sunshine 

NC Health News

Hurricane Maria provides example Rural and community health centers are a vital safety net for millions of Americans. Community Health Center Association and knows the needs of this state well, including its extensive history of hurricanes disrupting power to crucial services.