Health Education

Person in pink shirt signs a document at a table with other hands, pens, and papers visible.
By avolzke December 11, 2025
Community Health Center of Central Wyoming (CHCCW) would like to inform our patients that our Sliding Fee Discount Program (SFDP) will be changing effective January 1, 2026. These changes were encouraged by our patient surveys and regional sliding fee discount programs, and we are happy to announce new 2026 nominal fees for medical, behavioral health, dental, labs, vaccines, X-rays, procedures, and supplies. Provider Visit Fees Slide A: $10  Slide B: $20  Slide C: $30  Slide D: $40 Above 200% FPG → Standard Charges Ancillary Service Flat Rates per category (Labs, X-Rays, Vaccines, Procedures, Injections, Supplies/DME) Slide A: $5  Slide B: $10  Slide C: $15  Slide D: $20 Above 200% FPG → Standard Charges
Woman taking man's blood pressure with a digital monitor in a home setting.
By avolzke December 9, 2025
Medicare is health coverage for adults 65+, but you may qualify earlier if you have a disability, ESRD, or ALS. Some people are enrolled automatically, while others need to sign up, it all depends on when you begin receiving Social Security benefits. You can have an annual Wellness visit to update a personalized plan for preventing disease or disability; this visit focuses on prevention, not a physical exam. Medicare Part B covers the cost for your annual visit.
Grand Teton mountains, snow-capped peaks against a blue sky, rising above autumn trees and a field.
By avolzke November 20, 2025
On National Rural Health Day, we celebrate the strength, compassion, and resilience that define our rural communities. Rural healthcare is more than medicine, it’s about neighbors caring for neighbors, families looking out for one another, and a shared commitment to keeping our communities healthy and thriving. At Community Health Centers of Central Wyoming, we’re proud to serve the people of Riverton, Lander, and Dubois , where our rural clinics provide care close to home for families, workers, and individuals of all ages. From routine checkups to preventive screenings and beyond, our teams are dedicated to our patients because distance should never stand in the way of good health. Our providers, nurses, and staff in these clinics embody the true spirit of rural healthcare; going the extra mile to make sure every patient receives compassionate, quality care. On this Rural Health Day, we thank them and we are proud of the communities they serve. Together, we’re building a healthier future for rural Wyoming!
Doctor taking patient's blood pressure with stethoscope and cuff on a white table.
By avolzke November 3, 2025
Your Guide to Medicare Wellness Visits and Preventive Care
Person using a lancet to draw blood from a finger to test blood glucose, with a glucose meter in the background.
By avolzke October 30, 2025
Understanding Diabetes: Symptoms, Testing, and Prevention
Person holding hands with another, offering comfort. Teal nails, neutral clothing.
By avolzke October 3, 2025
Understanding Intimate Partner Violence vs. Domestic Violence
Person receiving a vaccination shot in the arm; doctor holding syringe with blue gloves.
By avolzke September 29, 2025
Understanding the Flu Vaccine
Two women holding pink ribbons, likely for breast cancer awareness, wearing black tops.
By avolzke September 11, 2025
Wyoming/Casper Imaging Outpatient Radiology is making breast health a little easier, and a lot more enjoyable. Join them for a Brunch & Breast Health Screening Event on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Casper Medical Imaging, 419 S Washington St, Ste. 101, Casper, WY. This event is designed to encourage women in our community to stay on top of their breast health in a warm and supportive setting. Women ages 40 and older can receive a screening mammogram, while also enjoying a light brunch, refreshments, and giveaways. To ensure access for everyone, the Wyoming Cancer Program will be on-site to help uninsured and underinsured patients with mammogram costs. If you’re due for a mammogram, this is the perfect chance to make your health a priority. Early detection saves lives, don’t miss this opportunity to take care of yourself in a welcoming and encouraging environment. For any additional questions about this event, please contact Wyoming/Casper Imaging Outpatient Radiology at 307-265-1620
Woman hugs a child, both faces hidden, indoor setting, sunlight.
By avolzke September 9, 2025
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death among both youth and adults in the United States. For every life lost, many more individuals make a plan, attempt suicide, or seek care in an emergency department. Mental health plays a major role. Nearly half of people who die by suicide have a history of a diagnosed mental health condition. However, many others may struggle silently, with no diagnosis at all. Access to timely mental health care can make a critical difference in reducing risk. It’s important to understand that suicide is complex. Factors at the individual, relationship, and community levels can all contribute. Veterans, for example, face higher suicide rates than the general population. Programs like the CDC’s Comprehensive Suicide Prevention program and the Make the Connection campaign are working to provide support, share personal stories, and connect veterans to resources. Youth mental health is also an urgent concern. According to the most recent data from 2023, 1 in 5 U.S. high school students reported seriously considering attempting suicide in the past year. This highlights the importance of open conversations, prevention efforts, and ensuring young people know help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, you are not alone. Free and confidential help is available 24/7/365. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org .
Person receiving an injection from a medical professional, preparation on a nearby tray.
By avolzke August 11, 2025
Every Ingredient in a Vaccine Has a Purpose
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