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Our Programs
Our Programs
The Innovation Comes From Our Chapters
Each of our chapters develops unique programs tailored to their community’s needs, creating a diverse portfolio of health initiatives across the nation.
The Health Screening & Fair is a key program in our organization. Run annually by many of our chapters, the program provides a unique opportunity for the community to walk-in and create a customized lifestyle plan that suits their needs, free of charge to the public. We believe in a holistic approach to preventive medicine. Our Universal Health Fair brings together physicians specializing in Cardiology, Dental, Gynecology, Urology, Podiatry, Gastroenterology, ENT, Ophthalmology, and many more.
Both within and separately from our Health Fairs, chapters run events specifically for students needing physicals for school or athletic participation. Led by physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and physicians, physicals are given at no cost to the public. Though physicals are for athletics or academics, they give insight to an individual's overall quality of health.
Chapters create volunteering opportunities for their members, as well as partnering with other organizations in their local community. The Columbus Chapter has a history of partnering with organizations like Safepoint, a safe syringe access program. The Ann Arbor Chapter creates programs like 'Happy Healthy Kids' to provide after-school care with the Peace Neighborhood Center.
A number of chapters have participated in providing healthy foods for individuals in their local communities. Whether through locally sponsored canned food drives, large-scale grocery delivery events, or partnering with established organizations, Universal Health Aid understands the importance diet has on one's overall quality of life. The Toledo Chapter has purchased upwards of 1,500 pounds of food for donation.
Universal Health Aid believes in the power of advocacy and civic engagement. Our chapters work with local government officials to advocate for health policies that benefit underserved communities. We participate in town halls, policy discussions, and community organizing efforts to ensure health equity remains a priority.
UHA's podcast initiative brings health education directly to our communities through accessible digital content. Our student volunteers and healthcare professionals discuss various health topics, share community success stories, and interview experts in public health and medicine.
Our educational programs focus on health literacy and preventive care. Workshops cover topics from nutrition and exercise to managing chronic conditions. We believe that informed communities are healthier communities.