Healthy Communities

A balance of quality care, equitable practices, and affordable methods is essential for health.

SOLUTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES

By considering environmental nuances as variables, we are able to design solutions that address the needs of target populations and locations. To have an impact on homes of every nature and reduce ZIP code risk, we develop inclusive perspectives to reform infrastructure and improve community health and well-being.

Initiatives

Healthy Active Arkansas

Launched in 2015, the Governor-endorsed Healthy Active Arkansas Initiative was sparke...

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Senior Hunger in Arkansas

Arkansas consistently ranks among U.S. states with the highest percentage of seniors ...

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Infant Mortality

Arkansas has one of the highest infant mortality rates in the U.S. at 7.5 infant deat...

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Obesity Prevention/BMI Measurement

Act 1220 of 2003 made Arkansas the first state in the country to promote comprehensiv...

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Impact of Violent Crime on Health

This fact sheet explores national, state, and local violent-crime data, describes the...

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Healthy Hospital Environments: UAMS Cafeteria Enhancements

For over a decade, UAMS has implemented many policies and actions through “Get Heal...

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