Harm reduction is a key part of how we address the opioid epidemic. Making the overdose-reversal drug naloxone more widely available is a mainstay of harm reduction and the chief objective of ACHI’s NaloxHome program. It is also critical to connect people with substance use disorder to treatment options and not miss opportunities for intervention. That’s where Dr. Mike Wilson, an associate professor of emergency medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, does his work. He joins host Craig Wilson (no relation) in this episode to discuss the opioid epidemic and his work on a program to help patients with opioid use disorder. Read More
In the first installment of a series examining maternal mortality in Arkansas, radio station KUAF interviews ACHI President and CEO Dr. Joe Thompson about health issues during pregnancy. Read More
This fact sheet looks at the role of Medicaid in Arkansas, including programmatic history, financing, covered populations and benefits, as well as key considerations. Read More
ACHI Senior Policy Analyst Jennifer Wessel is quoted in a story by Hill Magazine that looks at food deserts and profiles an Arkansas farm that is working to improve children’s access to healthy foods. Read More
ACHI IS a proud recipient of the NSF Engines Development Award: Advancing Equitable Access to Food and Health Technologies in the Delta (AR, LA, MS) Initiative Coalition Contact Council Dashboard The Initiative With funding from a National Science Foundation (NSF) Engines Development Award, the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) is leading regional partners in … Read more Read More
Uncover the impact of a $1M National Science Foundation grant on a transformative initiative in the Delta region for health and economic improvement. Read More
Mental Health Mental health is an integral aspect of our overall wellbeing, yet it is often overlooked or stigmatized. It is essential to prioritize and maintain good mental health through various practices such as self-care, seeking professional help, and developing healthy coping mechanisms. Mental health concerns can manifest in different ways, such as anxiety, depression, … Read more Read More
This fact sheet provides information about FMAP calculation, match rates for Arkansas programs, FMAP variation across states, and ways that states may use federal funds differently in the future. Read More
Social connection is fundamental to our health and well-being, according to a new advisory from the U.S. surgeon general entitled “Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation.” Read More
