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New Toll Free Number

We have now acquired a new toll free number to make it easier for our patients to reach us in a more timely manner. Our mission is simple:  to improve the health of the people we serve.  We do this by striving for the highest levels of Continue reading

Allergy Season

In many areas of the United States, spring allergies begin in February and last until the early summer. Mild winter temperatures can cause plants to pollinate early. A rainy spring can also promote rapid plant growth and lead to an Continue reading

AHL Recognizes National Public Health Week

The first full week of April is being recognized as National Public Health Week. Have you ever wondered exactly what public health is? It promotes and protects the health of people and the communities where they live, learn, work and Continue reading

“DOC GRIGGS” EVERY MAN’S DOCTOR

“Doc Griggs” is the health and wellness awareness persona of Dr. Eric Griggs, a New Orleans-based Community Medicine Director and health educator who has dedicated his professional life to raising health and wellness awareness in the New Orleans community. Doc Griggs Continue reading

AHL Primary Care Opens

AHL Primary is set to open Monday March 13th. The phone number for AHL Primary Care is 504-226-2976.  It will be open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm starting this Monday, March 13th.  Patients can also register for Medicaid on site.  

Our Painting Pediatric Provider

Monica Pedersen, APRN, CPNP, displays one of her many talents at the Kenner Clinic by painting the waiting and exam rooms. Monica has many years experience in pediatrics and is very excited to offer her services to Kenner! And did Continue reading

The Importance of Hand Hygiene

The #1 way to reduce the spread of germs and prevent community acquired infections and viruses! “WASH WASH WASH YOUR HANDS!” Cynthia Bartholomae, FNP hand-sanitizer-factsheet  

Free HIV Screenings

  National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day – February 7 –observed each year on February 7 to increase HIV education, testing, community involvement, and treatment among black communities. In Lieu of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day we are offering Free Anonymous Continue reading

Diabetes Education Class -Tangipahoa Community Health Center

Tangipahoa Community Health Center held its 1st “Lunch and Learn” session this year. Sponsored by Amerigroup. During the session, the attendees asked questions and received healthy living tips while enjoying a light lunch.  

Access Health Louisiana Partners with Fit Nola

South Broad Community Health Center, and Fit Nola have now partnered to give participants a $48 voucher redeemable for fresh fruits and vegetables for attending the Diabetes Education Classes. For patients and community members. More Information will be available soon. Continue reading