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Get the Measles Vaccine.
There has been a global rise in cases of measles recently, led by a decline in measles vaccine coverage. This resurgence of the illness is a big shift from 2000,…
Read MoreHealthy Bodies Healthy Minds Institute 2019
On August 14, 2019, The Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation will host the annual Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds Institute (HBHMI) at The SunnyBrook Ballroom.This annual conference aims to help educators, administrators and…
Read MorePottstown Community Health Events for July 2019
Want to stay active throughout July? Here are three Pottstown events you might be interested in. Pottstown Patriotic 5KThursday, July 47 a.m. – 10 a.m.The Hill School Center for the…
Read MoreNational HIV Testing Day: What to Know
June 27 is National HIV Testing Day each year, when people ages 13 to 64 are encouraged to get tested for HIV and seek care and treatment if needed. In addition, the…
Read MoreEat the Season: Summer (w/Bonus Recipe!)
Today is the first day of summer—and time for delectable meals made with fresh produce! Whether you’re heading to a backyard barbecue or quiet picnic in the park, you’ll want…
Read MoreRead Our Summer 2019 Community Benefit Report!
Our Summer 2019 Community Benefit Report is now available. Learn about: Our 15th anniversary event and accomplishments Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds Institute 2019 Our spring 2019 grant round The Foundation’s…
Read MorePottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation Appoints New Controller Michael Jamgochian
Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation (PAHWF) has named Michael Jamgochian, CPA its new controller to spearhead the fiscal fitness of the organization and support its mission to inspire the…
Read MorePAHWF Announces Annual Health & Wellness Conference
$38.5M in Grants Over 15 Years for Inspiring Healthy Initiatives in the Community Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation (PAHWF) held its 15th Anniversary dinner and reception on April 10, 2019…
Read MoreBouncing Back from Springing Forward
What better time to reexamine your sleep health than after springing forward into Daylight Savings Time? Getting enough quality sleep is one of the greatest factors for maintaining and improving…
Read MoreImmune System Checklist
While there’s not yet a vaccine or cure for COVID-19, there are several steps you can take to make sure your immune system is prepared to fight off the virus,…
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