HealthStreet is partnering with the University of Florida Center for Arts in Medicine to create programs for the community that emphasize art as a medium for healthier lifestyles. Bringing the Community Together Through the Arts Jill Sonke, the Director of the UF Center for Arts in Medicine is excited for the…
On September 17th, from 12 to 3 pm, HealthStreet is hosting a Recovery Month Mental Health Fair at our facility to celebrate recovery and encourage individuals with a mental and/or substance use disorder to seek treatment and achieve a healthy, happy life. The event will include various community organizations and groups…
Our Community, Our Health: Making Research for Everyone HealthStreet is excited to announce the 2nd National Our Community, Our Health event on September 24. In alignment with the Substance Abuse and Mental Services Administration’s celebration of National Recovery Month, the 2nd National OCOH will be sharing innovative research findings from the National Institute…
An Emerging Partnership HealthStreet and the University of Florida Office of Research Affairs in the UF College of Medicine — Jacksonville are thrilled to strengthen a growing partnership that will help facilitate better access to research opportunities for community members in Jacksonville, Fla. Overview of the Office of…
Meet HealthStreet Member Kevin From an Initial Introduction to Cancer Intervention “I told Kevin that what I really want is for him to win his battle against prostate cancer.”…
Protect others by protecting yourself! Get vaccinated. The topic of immunization rarely demands attention unless it’s required by employers, schools and state or federal law. With August being National immunization month, it’s important to recognize getting vaccinated as a form of disease prevention for yourself and others. To…
Joanna Handy, Community Health Worker Welcome to HealthStreet, Joanna! Joanna is passionate about getting the community’s needs met. Originally from Jacksonville, she has seen firsthand how people benefit from the links to medical and social services. Joanna views her position at HealthStreet as allowing her to…
Lauren Light, Research Study Navigator Welcome to HealthStreet, Lauren! Lauren is thrilled to be a part of the HealthStreet team! Lauren has two years of experience in building relationships and fostering connections in the community through her work as a recruitment manager…
BRRC Research Clinic Manager Carolyn Hanson states that it is challenging to find veterans interested in participating in research on brain injuries. See how HealthStreet’s member database helped the process. What is the Brain Rehabilitation Research Center? The Brain Rehabilitation Research Center’s (BRRC), a Center of…
Dr. Fern Webb Dr. Fern Webb, the coordinator for HealthStreet Jacksonville, was recently promoted to associate professor in the department of community health and family medicine within the UF College of Medicine — Jacksonville. Originally recruited to teach family medicine residents…
