"I was honored to represent NC Northwest AHEC at the 2023 National AHEC Organization (NAO) Biennial Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah." - A'nya Buckner
NW AHEC
Recent Posts
Student Highlight: Our AHEC Scholar A'nya Buckner at National AHEC Organization Conference
Jul 18, 2023 11:15:00 AM / by NW AHEC posted in NCAHEC, Scholars
Camp Med gives students look at healthcare field - Mt. Airy News
Jun 26, 2023 11:53:50 AM / by NW AHEC posted in health careers, camp med
Potential members of the next generation of doctors and health professionals got a chance to explore possible medical fields hands-on recently at Northern Regional Hospital. Thirteen local high school students interested in becoming registered nurses, physicians, occupational therapists, or other medical professionals participated in Camp Med 2023 summer program provided by Northern Regional Hospital and the Northwest Area Health Education Center, an initiative of the Wake Forest School of Medicine.
How NC’s Population is Changing and Why It Matters
Apr 17, 2023 10:10:35 AM / by NW AHEC posted in Geriatric, seniors, aging, demographics, north carolina
What will North Carolina's population look like in coming years? NC ranks ninth nationally in population aged 65 and older and has undergone significant demographic changes in the 21st century. Assessing and understanding the demographic changes and their implications will be critical in addressing age-related issues, catalyzing change, and preparing for the future of North Carolina.
Registration Open for 2023 NC Annual STI Update
Jan 25, 2023 8:00:00 AM / by NW AHEC posted in STD Update, STIs, hiv
2022 Southern Trans Health and Wellness Conference - Was A Rich Learning Experience
Dec 29, 2022 3:00:00 PM / by NW AHEC posted in LGBTQ, transgender
The 2022 Southern Trans Health and Wellness Conference was a rich learning experience where community members, family members, advocates, and health professionals learned from each other about ways to improve the well-being of transgender, non-binary, intersex, and gender expansive people.
Southern Trans Health and Wellness Conference - Coming Up on Nov 4-5
Sep 17, 2022 4:30:00 PM / by NW AHEC
Join us for the Southern Trans Health and Wellness Conference on Nov 4-5, 2022 - Agenda details have been posted, get registered today!
Study Indicates Link Between Food Insecurity and Higher Infant Mortality Rates in North Carolina
Apr 1, 2022 9:28:00 AM / by NW AHEC posted in food insecurity, Wake Forest School of Medicine, infant mortality rate
A problem long-associated with developing countries, food insecurity (FI) – the lack of adequate access to food – can contribute to higher infant mortality rates even in this country, according to a study conducted by scientists at Wake Forest School of Medicine.
Striding Forward - NWAHEC 2020-2021 Annual Report
Aug 24, 2021 6:15:00 PM / by NW AHEC posted in Community, Wake Forest School of Medicine
On behalf of the entire Northwest AHEC team, I welcome you to the 2020-2021 Annual Report. The past year has looked quite different than many in our 50-year history, full of unique challenges and obstacles to facilitating the education and growth of health care professionals.
Making a Difference in Your Community: North Carolina Lactation Educator Training Program
Jul 29, 2021 2:43:00 PM / by NW AHEC posted in Breastfeeding, Lactation, Community
At the close of each session of the North Carolina Lactation Educator Training Program (NCLETP), the learners are challenged to go out and make a difference in their community using the lactation knowledge they acquired over the seven days of the course.
UNCG School of Nursing receives grant to support RN-BSN program
Jul 12, 2021 8:00:00 AM / by NW AHEC posted in Nursing, uncg
The UNC Greensboro School of Nursing has been awarded an educational mobility grant to support its Registered Nurse (RN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. The one-year grant for $97,950 will support the collaborations that the RN-BSN program has with regional community colleges, the Northwest Area Health Education Center (AHEC), and the North Carolina AHEC.