Finger Lakes Community Health

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, show yourself some love!

Whether it’s scheduling your annual check-up, getting your blood pressure checked, or finally asking that health question you’ve put off. Prioritizing your health is an act of care.

02/13/2026

Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the U.S. but many risk factors can be managed.

During American Heart Month, we’re here to help you take small, steady steps: check your blood pressure, talk about cholesterol, and ask how to build a heart-healthy routine that works for your life.

02/11/2026

Driving Breast Health brings mammograms to you!

Take a look at our upcoming schedule of stops in Geneva, Ovid, Sodus, Port Byron, and Penn Yan.

02/09/2026

It's Children's Dental Health Month!

Q: Are you wondering when your child's first dental visit should be?
A: By their first birthday or when their first tooth comes in—whichever comes first. Here are more tips for healthy smiles!

Protecting Children's Dental Health: Tips, Risks, and Emerging Concerns

02/09/2026

Thanks to the Finger Lakes Times for publishing Mary Zelazny's
article on the importance of community health centers and what it takes to keep them healthy for the people in our community.

In many Finger Lakes communities, the nearest doctor’s office isn’t a private practice or a large hospital. It’s a Community Health Center. For thousands of families across our region, these

02/07/2026

Research shows that being more physically active at a younger age may help reduce breast cancer risk.

A recent study has found that being physically active at an earlier age may help reduce breast cancer risk later in life.

02/06/2026

Experience the convenience of virtual visits!

With innovative telehealth technology, you can now connect with your provider for non-urgent medical conditions from the comfort of your own home. Simply use your smartphone, tablet, or computer to have a virtual consultation via the internet.

Stay safe and stay connected with virtual visits!

Now you don’t have to come to the health center to see your provider for non-urgent medical conditions. Innovative telehealth technology often called “virtual visits” uses the power of the internet to deliver a medical consultation directly to you!

02/04/2026

On World Cancer Day, we recognize the importance of prevention, early detection, and support.

Talk to your provider about what screenings are right for you based on your age, family history, and risk factors. Care starts with knowledge.

02/02/2026

When the cold weather arrives and your kids want to stay inside to play video games, or watch TV, what can you do to keep them active and healthy?

How do you keep kids healthy in the winter? Helping them make wise food choices. How about encouraging them to go outdoors?

01/31/2026

Finger Lakes Community Health provides care to more than 28,000 patients across 8 health centers.

We’re not a hospital or urgent care, but we do offer primary care, dental, and mental health services to people of all ages. Learn how community health centers like ours bring care closer to home.

FLCH has nine full-service health centers in the region and served 28,481 patients in 2023. We are an independent healthcare organization – not a hospital or urgent care center.

01/30/2026

Dental health is important at every stage—including during pregnancy.

Our Brushing For Two program helps expectant parents care for their own teeth and understand how to protect their baby’s developing smile. Services are also available in Spanish.

01/28/2026

Cold weather often means more screen time for kids, but staying active is still important.

Simple indoor activities like dancing, stretching, or hallway obstacle courses can help them burn energy and stay healthy through the winter months.

How do you keep kids healthy in the winter? Helping them make wise food choices. How about encouraging them to go outdoors?