Welcome to HealthyJackson
A community-wide effort that encourages - and challenges - the residents of Hinds County to commit to making healthier choices for themselves, their families, and the entire Jackson-area community.
Upcoming Events
Health Awareness Day
Thursday, January 17, 2008
9am - 3pm
Health screenings will be provided, and HealthyJackson will have a booth where we will provide health assessments....
Latest News
Chronic Health Problems Among Jackson Area Children & Youth
Read the report to learn more.
About HealthyJackson
America's pharmaceutical companies are working with Jackson residents, health care providers, employers, and community leaders to create HealthyJackson – a place where health, wellness, and disease prevention are important parts of everyday life.
By offering access to professional information and education, physician-approved health screenings, and a wide array of nutrition and fitness events, HealthyJackson supports community members’ commitment to making healthier choices for themselves, their families, and the entire Jackson community.
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Getting the medical care you need is one of the keys to good health. If you don’t have insurance and have trouble paying for your medicine, you may be able to get help.
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance is a program developed by America’s pharmaceutical companies that helps people who can't afford their medicines get help through the public or private assistance program that’s right for them. The PPA’s newest feature connects patients with free health clinics in their community. Call 1-888-4PPA-NOW or visit PPARx.org to see if you may qualify for help. The Partnership for Prescription Assistance also has a list of health clinics in your community that may be able to provide assisstance on its Web site. (www.pparx.org )
Partner Spotlight
The American Lung Association of Mississippi is proud to partner with HealthyJackson and is working to help prevent asthma and other lung conditions among all Mississippians.
Healthy Poll
How many servings of fruits and vegetables do you eat each day? (1 serving = ½ cup of veggies or 1 medium-sized fruit)
Tip of the Day
If you exercise outdoors, try to do it in the morning or early evening to avoid exposure to the sun during peak hours or to some of the more harmful pollutants that are in the air during the day.1-866-HLTHYJX (1-866-458-4959)
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