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National Children's Dental Health Month
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and this reminds us of the vital role oral health plays in a child’s overall development.
The UF College of Dentistry offers several community programs including the Saving Smiles Program, which is highlighted in this newsletter. Other initiatives the College of Dentistry spearheads are:
- Mobile Dental Outreach at Arc of Alachua County
- Super Sealant Saturday
- School-Based Programs
The Saving Smiles Program provides free preventive dental care for children from Alachua County through community‑based clinics held at different locations including UF HealthStreet.
Saving Smiles, operated by the UF College of Dentistry, is a partnership with UF Health, the Rotary Club of Gainesville and the Children’s Trust of Alachua County to provide on‑site dental services that help prevent pain, infection and school absences due to dental problems.
UF HealthStreet supports the program by hosting regular clinic sessions at our facility on Archer Road and connecting families to appointments. HealthStreet also offers health screenings, education and resource referrals that families can access alongside dental services.
Together, Saving Smiles and HealthStreet help ensure more children receive essential oral health services close to home. Families can request appointments online and select HealthStreet as a preferred clinic site.
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Below is the lifetime history of dental issues self-reported by HealthStreet members. The top dental issues reported are untreated cavities, dentures and periodontal disease. Dental issues increase in age among men and women. Lifetime prevalence of dental problems was high among men over 45 years of age (over 60%) similar to that for women of the same age. |
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Research Study Opportunities
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If you are interested in hearing about these or other studies, HealthStreet community health workers can navigate you to a study coordinator. They can be reached at 352-294-4880. |
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The Pantry Gourmet
Welcome to "The Pantry Gourmet!" Discover quick and easy recipes made with quality items community members can likely find in HealthStreet's food pantry! |
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Black Bean Fajita Skillet
This flavorful Tex‑Mex–style meal recipe uses only three main ingredients, plus pantry staples like salt, pepper, and oil, making it perfect for busy days.
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil 1 (12-ounce) package sliced fajita vegetables (bell peppers and onions) 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed ½ teaspoon salt-free Southwest-style seasoning blend ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup coarsely shredded Cheddar cheese (1 ounce; optional)
Instructions:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fajita vegetables and sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in black beans, seasoning and salt; cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute. Divide the vegetables and beans between two bowls and top each with 2 tablespoons cheese, if using.
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Community Events at HealthStreet
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H.O.P.E. Food Pantry
Available to our members facing food insecurity, and can be accessed by members once per week. Located at our building off of Old Archer Road.
Mondays & Thursdays Noon - 4 p.m.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays
& Fridays
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Saving Smiles Clinic
Saving Smiles promotes children’s oral health by offering free, on-site, preventive and limited dental care through collaboration with community partners.
Friday, February 6
12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
By Appointment Only
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Al-Anon
Group
Al-Anon is a mutual support group of peers who share their experience in applying the Al-Anon principles to problems related to the effects of problem drinking.
Thursdays
Noon - 1 p.m.
(Hybrid Meeting Link)
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EAC Pediatrics Eye Clinic
The clinic offers eye exams for children with vision problems, eye exams after a failed vision screening, free and discounted glasses. Appointments are required for this clinic so if you are interested please call us at (352) 580-0393 at least two days prior to the date of the event.
Tuesday, February 10
5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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HIV Testing & Counseling
HealthStreet’s free and confidential HIV testing and counseling, offered throughout Spring 2026, is scheduled to occur every Friday. Please call to schedule an appointment.
Fridays
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
To schedule call,
(352) 294-4880
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HealthScreen at HealthStreet
The community-based initiative offers free health screenings for community members at greatest risk for hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Don't wait—join us at UF HealthStreet or find us at one of our outreach events and receive your free assessment!
Mondays & Thursdays
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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For a list of all of our upcoming community events and outreach locations view our calendar here.
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NARCAN® Saves Lives
Narcan Nasal Spray may counteract the life-threatening effects of an opioid overdose. Since most accidental overdoses occur in a home setting, it was developed for family, friends, and caregivers - with no medical training required.
HealthStreet has distributed 16,248 NARCAN® kits—32,496 total units—since 2020.
HealthStreet has partnered with Florida Department of Children and Families to distribute NARCAN® in our community. Call 352-294-4880 today to get your own NARCAN® Nasal Spray at no charge to you.
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Consider Donating to HealthStreet
Together, we can make a difference!
Your donation will directly support essential services and truly make a difference in our community. Every dollar you contribute helps us take steps towards reducing disparities that affect so many.
Just imagine the impact of your generosity: for $25, you can provide 15 personal care items, ensuring dignity and basic hygiene for those in need. With $50, we can purchase 16 daily bus passes to RTS, giving individuals reliable transportation to access vital jobs, healthcare, and services. And with $100, we can fuel the vehicles that our Community Health Workers use with 32 gallons of gasoline, enabling them to reach those in need and provide critical referrals and support.
We are also asking for direct donations of personal care items such as: shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, body wash, shaving kits & cream, toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, deodorant, floss, pads, tampons, disposable wipes, hairbrushes and diapers.
Another way that you can make an impact in our community is by donating to the HealthStreet Clothing Closet! There is an ongoing need of the following items: men's clothing, women's clothing, children's clothing, baby clothing.
Clothing and personal care items can be directly donated at our HealthStreet location anytime between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays, so we can place these items into the hands of those who need them.
Let’s join forces and create an extraordinary impact together!
Thank you for your kindness!
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