Health Equity
East Alabama Health is deeply committed to expanding equitable access to quality health care for all individuals in our community. Recognizing that every patient deserves high-quality, compassionate health care regardless of their background, income, or geographic location, we actively work to address disparities and remove barriers to health services. Through strategic partnerships, community outreach, and a diverse range of inclusive programs, we aim to create a healthier, more equitable future—empowering everyone we serve to achieve their best health.
Meeting the Needs of Our Community
We believe that every individual deserves access to high-quality, compassionate health care. That’s why we’re dedicated to identifying and addressing the unique health challenges within our community. By expanding access to services, offering culturally competent care, and meeting patients where they are, we are working to reduce disparities in our community and improve health outcomes for all. Together, we’re building a healthier, more equitable future.
Breast Health Fund
The Breast Health Fund provides screening and diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasounds, and breast MRIs for uninsured women in East Alabama counties.
Unity Wellness Center
Unity Wellness Center provides HIV testing and counseling, HIV primary medical care, medical case management services, and HIV prevention education and awareness programs.
On-Site Interpreter Services
To meet the growing needs of the community, EAMC has a dedicated on-call team of Spanish interpreters and other interpretive services which allows access to an interpreter 24/7.
Expanding Access to Health Care
Opelika's Neighborhood Mobile Wellness clinic is a joint effort between the Casey Family Foundation, the City of Opelika, and East Alabama Health to expand access to care to underserved areas in our community. This traveling clinic provides disease prevention resources and screening for chronic illness, including:
- Blood pressure checks
- Glucose screening and monitoring
- Referral to appropriate community resources as needed
Advancing Health Equity Through Strategic Partnerships
Our partnerships with the following organizations, initiatives and programs are essential to advancing health equity, enabling us to reach underserved populations and collaboratively address the unique needs of every individual in our community.
Your Input is Important
To ensure we provide the highest quality care tailored to each patient’s unique needs, we ask for demographic information, such as race, ethnicity, language preference, and gender identity. This data helps us identify and address disparities in health outcomes, improve communication, and design programs that better serve our diverse community. By sharing this information, our patients play a vital role in helping us create a more equitable health care system for everyone.
Health Equity Stories
November 7, 2024
Interpreter Services at EAMC Create Positive Patient Outcomes
OPELIKA, Ala.— When receiving treatment at East Alabama Medical Center (EAMC), patients can find comfor...
August 8, 2023
Access to Mobile Wellness Clinic Helps Save Patient
OPELIKA, Ala.- Victor Chavez knew something wasn’t right. He felt exhausted, his eyesight was worse tha...
June 6, 2023
Lending a Hand, Serving a Purpose Johnson earns DAISY Award for Health Equity
OPELIKA, Ala.- When Sutricia Johnson was in nursing school, she was told she would never graduate due to ...
Have Questions or Interested in Learning More?
If you have questions about our commitment to health equity or want to learn more about our initiatives, we’re here to help. Reach out to our team to explore how we’re working to ensure every patient has access to the care and resources they need. Click the link below to reach our team. Be sure to mention "Health Equity" in your message.
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