UAMS Institute for Community Health Innovation

01/29/2026

We’re recruiting for the next DEEP Training!

The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) equips participants with the knowledge and skills to support individuals living with diabetes. Join us in our mission to empower communities to take charge of their health and play an active role in improving diabetes outcomes. For more information and registration, visit https://bit.ly/4t8v6XV.

*Hotel accommodations are available for participants traveling.*

📆 Feb. 10-12
📍ICHI: 2708 S. 48th Street, Springdale, AR

01/29/2026

Iakwe im Happy Thursday! Kammolol Anij kin mour im ejmour ilo kój. Ilo jotein Taije in tok, Papode 5 raan ilo 6:00 awa jota (CST), Kepopo Ilo Pojam, enaj bar driwoj waj ilo FB live im ilo Voice of the Islands online streaming. Dr. Sheldon Riklon enaj konono kin topic in elap an aurok kin "Wãween Kõjparok Ãr Ko Im Menono eo am". Joij im komane ijo konaam im karon ro jet nan Kepopo ilo Pojam ilo kõjparok ejmour eo am, baamle eo im jukjuk in pad eo. Kom emol im jeramon waj.

01/23/2026

Today is Maternal Health Awareness Day, and we remain committed to improving maternal and infant health outcomes across Arkansas. From building partnerships that support early prenatal care to advancing innovative solutions that address the maternal health crisis, our work is grounded in the belief that every woman deserves access to the care and support she needs for a healthy pregnancy, safe birth, and thriving motherhood.

Learn more about our work at communityhealth.uams.edu.

01/22/2026

In partnership with the RMI’s Ministry of Health & Human Services, we have a new update to share about the Jaruki Ejmour Eo Mokta Faith-Based Diabetes Self-Management Education (FDSME) Study.

The RMI FDSME team has completed screenings and enrollment for the fourth and final year of the study. Classes are now underway for the first group. Find out more details below. 👇

The Republic of the Marshall Islands Ministry of Health & Human Services (MoHHS) and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) are proud to jointly share a quarterly update of the Jaruki Ejmour Eo Mokta Faith-Based Diabetes Self-Management Education (FDSME) Study.  The RMI FDSME te...

01/22/2026

We are excited to partner with Mercy Hospital to integrate more doulas into hospital settings. This collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment to growing the doula workforce and recognizes the important role doulas play in improving maternal health across our state.

01/16/2026

01/15/2026

🎀The UAMS Mobile MammoVan will be at the TAC House in
El Dorado TODAY offering on-site screening mammograms for women age 40+ who are due for screening.🎀

📞 Appointments required — call 1-800-259-8794 to schedule.

🗓 Jan 15, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 1101 N West Ave, El Dorado

✔️ Insurance accepted
✔️ Assistance may be available if uninsured

01/13/2026

01/12/2026

PRENATAL CARE IN HUNTSVILLE
We're excited to welcome UAMS provider Amanda Shirron, APRN, to our Huntsville clinic. She now offers prenatal care every Friday, caring for patients in Huntsville and surrounding communities.

From early pregnancy guidance to ongoing support, we're here for every step of your journey, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

To schedule an appointment with Amanda, call our Huntsville clinic at 479.208.7305.

01/08/2026

Abi Nu Yio! Jotenin Taije, Jãnwõde 15, 2026, ilo 6 awa jota (CST) Arkansas time. Dr. Sheldon Riklon Health Radio Program eo "KEPOPO ILO POJAM" enaj bar driwoj tok ilo FB live im ilo Voice of the Islands online. Joij im kobatok im ronjake melele ko jen Dr. Sheldon kin aurōk in wẩ ne an HPV ñan Cervical cancer ñan kõjpawerok kwe, baamle eo im jukjuk in pad eo. Jeramon nan aolep ilo yio in ekaal. Blessings

01/07/2026

Food matters. 🥗
Food Is Medicine programs are helping families put food on the table - while improving health and well-being. Learn more here:

FAYETTEVILLE — Through a Food Is Medicine intervention delivered in collaboration with food pantries and partners in Northwest Arkansas, researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation found improved blood sugar outcomes for nearly 60...