‘Health’ Archives
Triple D”'s Thursday:Â A Dinner and Dialogue on DiabetesÂ
Thursday, February 1, 2018 5 to 7 pm. Bring your family and neighbors. There will be healthy foods to assist in creating diets that are good for those with diabetes. We want to connect with people who have diabetes or are caring for people with diabetes. Hosted by: The BYI Resource Center Located at the Midtown Global Market 920 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-353-6211
Approaching YEAR 10 of the Backyard Initiative!
Grounded in a simple premise””that active community and cultural connections are the foundation of good health””the Backyard Initiative (BYI) is a dynamic partnership between the residents of 7 neighborhoods of South Minneapolis, the Cultural Wellness Center, and Allina Health. Despite having access to world-class medical care right in their “backyard,” many residents in the area experience poor health outcomes. The Backyard Initiative goes beyond medical care to improve health by improving the capacity of residents to strengthen their own health. As part of the BYI, residents draw upon their own knowledge, skills, and cultural values to take care of themselves and their families, friends and neighbors. This remarkable partnership began in 2008 with a commitment between the partners to sustain this unique initiative for 10 years. The year 2018 will begin the final year of this partnership in its current form, largely funded by the financial contributions of [...]
Phillips Neighborhood Clinic NOVEMBER Highlights!
Nov 15th: We will be hosting our ”˜MOVE”' night workout classes- 5 to 7 pm Nov 20th: Get your EYES checked and get some glasses at our ophthalmology specialty night Nov 27th: We will be hosting our ”˜EAT”' night cooking class - 5 to 7 pm Nov 30th: PNC will host their monthly FOOT care night, including diabetic foot tests Monday Nights: Students from the University of Minnesota”'s College of LAW to answer any legal questions you may have Monday”'s and Thursday”'s: Walk-in FLU SHOT Clinic Location: St. Paul”'s Lutheran Church 2742 15th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55407 Hours: Monday and Thursday from 6 - 9pm
