Universal Community Health Center

01/19/2026

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all Universal Community Health Center (UCHC) sites will be closed today, Monday, January 19, 2026.

If you need to schedule an appointment or have a question, our call center is still available to assist you:

📞 Monday (MLK Day) Call Center Hours: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm

🌐 Website: www.uchcla.org

01/16/2026

We believe everyone deserves a healthy smile, so we make sure cost isn’t a barrier! 🦷🙌

We offer care on a sliding fee scale and have programs to help bring the cost down for both kids and adults. 💰📉

Check out the services available at our two locations:

📍 O’Neill Location (1919 San Pedro St. Los Angeles, CA 90011)

✅ Checkups (for everyone!)
✅ Cleanings
✅ Sealants (to protect teeth) 🛡️
✅ Fluoride treatments (to keep teeth strong) 💪
✅ Fillings and simple tooth removals

📍 Almaguer Location (4527 E. Cesar E Chavez Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90022)

✅ Checkups (for everyone!)
✅ Cleanings
✅ Sealants (to protect teeth) 🛡️
✅ Fluoride treatments (to keep teeth strong) 💪

Have questions or want to schedule an appointment? We’re happy to help! 📞 Call us at: 323-233-3100 ext. 800

01/13/2026

We’re Here for Your Smile! 😁✨

Getting good dental care shouldn’t be hard. We believe everyone deserves a healthy smile, so we make sure cost isn’t a barrier! 🦷🙌 We offer care on a sliding fee scale and have programs to help bring the cost down for both kids and adults. 💰📉

Check out the services available at our two locations:

📍 O’Neill Location (1919 San Pedro St. Los Angeles, CA 90011)

✅ Checkups (for everyone!)
✅ Cleanings
✅ Sealants (to protect teeth) 🛡️
✅ Fluoride treatments (to keep teeth strong) 💪
✅ Fillings and simple tooth removals

📍 Almaguer Location (4527 E. Cesar E Chavez Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90022)

✅ Checkups (for everyone!)
✅ Cleanings
✅ Sealants (to protect teeth) 🛡️
✅ Fluoride treatments (to keep teeth strong) 💪

Have questions or want to schedule an appointment? We’re happy to help! 📞 Call us at: 323-233-3100 ext. 800

01/10/2026

Start the year by prioritizing your health! ✨💖 We’ve just released our 2026 Mammogram Schedule at UCHC. Early detection is key, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Our Champion Provider, Christine Aguayo, NP, and our partners at Alinea Medical Imaging are dedicated to providing expert care for our community.

📍 Location: O'Neill Clinic (1919 San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90011)
📞 By Appointment Only: To RSVP, call 323-233-3100
🌐 Learn more: www.uchcla.org/mammograms



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¡Comience el año priorizando su salud! ✨💖 Acabamos de publicar nuestro Calendario de Mamografías 2026 en UCHC. La detección temprana es fundamental y estamos aquí para apoyarla en cada paso del camino.

Nuestra Proveedora Campeona, Christine Aguayo, NP, y nuestros socios de Alinea Medical Imaging se dedican a brindar atención experta a nuestra comunidad.

📍 Ubicación: Clínica O'Neill (1919 San Pedro St., Los Ángeles, CA 90011)
📞 Solo por cita: Para reservar, llame al 323-233-3100
🌐 Más información: www.uchcla.org/mammograms

01/07/2026

Big news! 📣 Our Food Pantry is now open 5 days a week to better serve our South LA community!

We are here to support you with nutritious food options from Monday through Friday. Check out our updated hours below and stop by the O'Neill Clinic:

🗓️ Days: Monday – Friday
⏰ Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm • 12:35 pm – 4:30 pm
📍 Location: O'Neill Clinic (1919 San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90011)

For more information and resources, visit our website at www.uchcla.org/food-pantry.



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¡Grandes noticias! 📣 ¡Nuestra despensa de alimentos ahora está abierta 5 días a la semana para servir mejor a nuestra comunidad del sur de Los Ángeles!

Estamos aquí para apoyarle con opciones de alimentos nutritivos de lunes a viernes. Consulte nuestro horario actualizado a continuación y visítenos en la Clínica O'Neill:

🗓️ Días: Lunes – Viernes
⏰ Horario: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm • 12:35 pm – 4:30 pm
📍 Ubicación: Clínica O'Neill (1919 San Pedro St., Los Ángeles, CA 90011)

Para más información y recursos, visite nuestro sitio web en www.uchcla.org/food-pantry.

01/03/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 💙 Taking care of your cervical health is a vital part of proactive self-care. Here are some quick facts you should know:

✅ Early Detection: Pap smears find changes in the cervix long before they develop into serious issues.
✅ Start at 21: Many young women are unaware that cervical health care should begin at age 21.
✅ Schedule: For normal results, you only need to return for a check-in every 3 years.
✅ Provider Options: You can choose any UCHC provider for your Pap smear—we are all here to help!
✅ Specialist Access: We also have a gynecologist available for expert reproductive health services.
✅ Our Champion Provider, Cam Huynh, PA, and our entire team are ready to support you. Don't wait—prioritize your wellness today!

📍 Location: All UCHC clinics
📞 Book Now: Call 323-233-3100 to schedule your appointment
💬 Questions? Contact us at ext. 422

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¡Enero es el Mes de Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Cuello Uterino y en UCHC su salud es nuestra prioridad! ✨

✅ Cuidar su salud cervical es una parte vital del autocuidado proactivo. Aquí hay algunos datos rápidos que debe saber:
✅ Detección temprana: Las pruebas de Papanicolaou detectan cambios en el cuello uterino mucho antes de que se conviertan en problemas graves.
✅ Comience a los 21: Muchas jóvenes no saben que el cuidado de la salud cervical debe comenzar a los 21 años.
✅ Horario: Si los resultados son normales, solo necesita regresar para un chequeo cada 3 años.
✅ Opciones de proveedores: Puede elegir a cualquier proveedor de UCHC para su prueba de Papanicolaou; ¡todos estamos aquí para ayudar!
✅ Acceso a especialistas: También contamos con un ginecólogo disponible para servicios expertos de salud reproductiva.

Nuestra proveedora campeona, Cam Huynh, PA, y todo nuestro equipo están listos para apoyarla. ¡No espere más y priorice su bienestar hoy mismo!

📍 Ubicación: Todas las clínicas UCHC
📞 Reserve ahora: Llame al 323-233-3100 para programar su cita
💬 ¿Preguntas? Contáctenos en la ext. 422

01/02/2026

Warm up your home with a healthy meal! 🍲✨ Caldo de Pollo Kit Giveaway

UCHC is hosting a Special Food Pantry on Saturday, January 10! Each kit includes fresh chicken and all the vegetables your household needs to make a delicious caldo.

📍 Where: O'Neill Clinic (1919 San Pedro St. Los Angeles, CA 90011)
⏰ When: Starts at 8:30 am (until supplies last)

A huge thank you to our sponsor, , for making this possible!

For more information, visit: www.uchcla.org/food-pantry



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¡Caliente su hogar con una comida saludable! 🍲✨ Entrega de kits de Caldo de Pollo

¡UCHC tendrá una despensa de alimentos especial el sábado 10 de enero! Cada kit incluye pollo fresco y todas las verduras que su hogar necesita para preparar un delicioso caldo.

📍 Dónde: Clínica O'Neill (1919 San Pedro St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011)
⏰ Cuándo: A partir de las 8:30 am (hasta agotar existencias)

¡Muchas gracias a nuestro patrocinador, , por hacer esto posible!

Para más información, visite: www.uchcla.org/food-pantry

01/01/2026

Wishing you a Happy New Year from all of us at Universal Community Health Center!

We want to share a heartfelt thank you for your incredible generosity during the holiday season. Your contributions directly supported families right here in our South LA community, making a real difference when it mattered most.

As we look ahead to a new year of service, we invite you to keep the momentum going! 🌟 If you would like to continue helping our neighbors throughout the year, please consider joining our monthly giving program.

Together, we can ensure every family in South LA has access to the care and support they deserve. ❤️

✨ Give Today: https://givebutter.com/uchcdonations

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¡Feliz Año Nuevo de parte de todos nosotros en Universal Community Health Center!

Queremos expresar nuestro más profundo agradecimiento por su increíble generosidad durante la temporada navideña. Su apoyo marcó una diferencia real para las familias aquí mismo en nuestra comunidad del sur de Los Ángeles.

Al comenzar este nuevo año de servicio, ¡lo invitamos a mantener ese impulso positivo! Si desea seguir ayudando a nuestros vecinos durante todo el año, considere unirse a nuestro programa de donaciones mensuales.

Juntos, podemos asegurar que cada familia en el sur de Los Ángeles tenga acceso a la atención y el apoyo que merece. ❤️

✨ Donar hoy: https://givebutter.com/uchcdonations

12/30/2025

On Dec 26, a vehicle accident caused major damage to our MLK Clinic lobby. 🛑 Thankfully, everyone is safe, but our doors are temporarily closed for repairs.

This clinic is a vital resource for South LA, and we need your help to get it back up and running! 🤝 100% of your donations go directly to rebuilding the clinic entrance.

How you can help: 1️⃣ Donate: Every bit helps us reopen sooner! 2️⃣ Share: Spread the word to friends and family.

Together, we can rebuild this essential lifeline for our community. ❤️🏢

Link in Bio to donate! 🔗https://givebutter.com/uchcdonations

12/30/2025

Still Time To Make A Holiday Gift -

For many families, the holidays bring joy and also stress. Your gift helps someone receive care that protects their health and wellbeing as we enter a new year.

12/25/2025

Dear Friends,

Today we celebrate community.

Thank you for helping families across South LA this holiday season. Many are facing barriers to care, and your support brings hope and health during a meaningful time of year.

If you are able, please consider a holiday gift today. If your employer matches donations, this is a great moment to double your impact.

Donate here: https://givebutter.com/uchcdonations

Warmly,
Dr. Edgar Chavez
Chief Executive Officer

12/24/2025

🎄 Un mensaje navideño del Dr. Chávez

Queridos amigos y amigas:

Hoy celebramos a nuestra comunidad. Gracias por apoyar a las familias del sur de Los Ángeles en esta temporada. Su generosidad brinda esperanza y salud a quienes enfrentan barreras médicas en esta época tan especial.

Si le es posible, considere hacer un regalo navideño hoy mismo. Si su empresa ofrece igualación de donaciones, este es el momento ideal para duplicar su impacto.

🔗 www.givebutter.com/uchcdonations

Atentamente,
Dr. Edgar Chávez, Director Ejecutivo