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Health Helpers

Health Helpers. Providing community health workers for north Tulsa communities. Introduction. WHY: The health of an individual is inseparably connected to the health of the larger community.

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Health Helpers

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  1. Health Helpers Providing community health workers for north Tulsa communities

  2. Introduction WHY: The health of an individual is inseparably connected to the health of the larger community. Many health professionals around the country and the world are turning to community health workers to help bridge the gap between individuals and health care professionals, facilitating access to care and stimulating communities to improve overall health. WHERE: North Tulsa Partnership with Morton Health Clinic, Tulsa Housing Authority, YMCA

  3. Benefits of Community Health Workers

  4. Proposal Community Community Health Worker OU Student Provider

  5. Expected Results • Measurable decreases in the rates of chronic illness • Diabetes • Cardiovascular disease • Obesity • Breaking cycles of unhealthy lifestyles among the marginalized in society • Establishing economic opportunities for CHWs • Building trust between the medical community and the underserved • Greater exposure for young health professionals to the needs of the community

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