The Center for Population Health (CPH) is working with local church leaders to launch a Health Ministry Initiative. “As we look at areas in our community where folks gather together, we recognize the opportunity to work collaboratively with our faith-based organizations to bring education and resource information to members of the congregations in order to [...]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and a time to work together to stop the stigma surrounding mental health and create a more understanding and compassionate community. Locally, Center for Population Health (CPH) is spearheading work to improve mental health and mental health provider knowledge in Cambria and Somerset counties. In 2023, CPH launched a [...]
October 3, 2018 - The 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health was present at the Bridging Cambria County Resource Fair, on Wednesday, October 3, 2018, at the Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center, raising awareness about the importance of eating healthy, as well as the benefits a balanced, healthy diet has particularly for those suffering from [...]
Register for the 1889 Foundation Golf Outing, taking place at the Sunnehanna Country Club in Johnstown on Monday, July 23, 2018. All proceeds will be used to support the health and wellness of our community. Call 1889 Foundation at 814.532.0100 for more information.
Come to Windber Recreation Park this Sunday, July 22, 2018 from 12 - 5 PM for the 13th Annual Pet Therapy Day, hosted by the 1889 Foundation. Purchase your basket party tickets and/or make a donation by following this link.
April 20, 2018 - Every April, the American Heart Association celebrates physical activity and encourages all Americans to commit to being more active on a regular basis. Individuals, communities, schools, and workplaces can participate in the Move More - Live More movement by using this toolkit of educational and promotional materials. You can participate by registering here. Check out the [...]
Dr. Trina Thompson and Dr. Marquita Decker-Palmer, of the 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health, will be presenting their research at the Jefferson College of Population Health Forum, on April 11, from 8:30-9:30 AM. Along with Dr. Sharon Larson and Dr. Norma A. Padrón, of the Center for Population Health Research at Lankenau Institute for Medical Research, Dr. Thompson and Decker-Palmer will discussing their [...]
April 4, 2018 - This week is National Public Health Week. Help spread the word and see how everyone can be part of this movement, "Healthiest Nation 2030: Changing Our Future Together". This is a team effort, bringing community planners, educators, employers, law enforcement, and others together to help advance public health. Let's work together to help create a healthier future for [...]
April 4, 2018 - Yesterday, Lift Johnstown hosted a successful Project Party at the Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center. Over 70 organizations recruited volunteers for community work ranging from planting flowers to mentoring youth. To find out more information, go to the Lift Johnstown website here.
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