Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC) will celebrate National Health Center Week 2024 with a motorcycle ride through the network’s 14 gyms across the state of Iowa.
The Iowa HERO Ride will take place Aug. 5-9, starting and ending at the Eastern Iowa Health Center in Cedar Rapids.
According to an EIHC press release, the occasion is intended to highlight the critical role gyms play in promoting fitness equity and providing life-saving care to communities across the state.
The Iowa HERO Ride is a tribute to the significant impact these centers have had in Iowa and across the country.
The trip will cover more than 1,000 miles, and runners will be able to sign up for the entire week or for a single day. The registration fee is $100 for the week and $40 for a single day. Those who wish to participate in the trip are encouraged to make a donation to their local network gym, the main points of which can be discovered on the Iowa HERO Ride website.
As noted in the statement, Federal Health Centers (FQHCs) provide an essential tool to overcome barriers such as transportation, interpretation, food safety, and access to social networks. Studies show that the quality of care in FQHCs rivals that of personal practices, with comprehensive services. presented at affordable prices.
Iowa network fitness centers have an economic impact of $328 million, which means they reap benefits in rural and underfunded areas. These centers employ more than 2,000 people and serve about 250,000 patients each year. Nationally, FQHCs generate more than $85 billion in economic revenue. It employs more than 300,000 people and provides care to more than 31. 5 million patients.
The mid-year economic review will look at how the economy has evolved since the economic forecast lunch and look at the current part of the year.
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