Understanding the Eastern Shore AAA/CAA 2023-24 Data Dashboard

The Eastern Shore AAA/CAA 2023-24 Data Dashboard provides a comprehensive overview of the key demographics, outcomes, and financial review for the Virginia Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program. This dashboard is an essential tool for understanding the impact and reach of the Eastern Shore AAA/CAA services in the community. In this blog post, we’ll break down the key elements of the dashboard and what they mean for our community.

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Robert Sabbatini
Riverside Health is observing Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Riverside Health is observing Lung Cancer Awareness Month in November! Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in men and women in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society.

Lung cancer screening is done with a Low Dose CT (LDCT), ordered by the patient’s primary care or other health care provider.

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Robert Sabbatini
UWVES - Thanks the Eastern Shore Residents

It has often been said the Eastern Shore is a beautiful place and a hidden treasure. But it is the people that make the Shore so special. We care about each other, we help our neighbors when they need it, and our communities work to improve the quality of life for all.

There is no better example than the recent call to help our neighbors in North Carolina who were devastated by Hurricane Helene. 

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Robert Sabbatini
Excitement Grows for the ESVA Agricultural Fair

The Eastern Shore Agricultural Fair is an annual event that celebrates the rich agricultural heritage of the Eastern Shore. The fair features a variety of competitions, demonstrations, and local vendors, providing a fun and educational experience for the whole family. Organized by the Eastern Shore of Virginia Chamber of Commerce, the fair aims to promote local agriculture and community spirit.

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Robert Sabbatini
2024 ESVA AG Fair Sponsors

We are incredibly grateful for the support of our amazing sponsors who make the 2024 ESVA Agricultural Fair a spectacular success! Your contributions help us bring the community together to celebrate our rich agricultural heritage and enjoy a fun-filled event.

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Robert Sabbatini
Rural Health Board Member Given National Award for Community Service

The National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) has honored Betty B. Bibbins, MD, BSN, former board president of Eastern Shore Rural Health System Inc., with the 2024 Ethel Bond Memorial Consumer Award. The Awards of Excellence are given annually to individuals in the Community Health Center Movement who are innovators in health care delivery, set higher standards for patient care and quality, and have demonstrated leadership and advocacy that advances community health needs. Dr. Bibbins was presented the award during NACHC’s 2024 Community Health Institute (CHI) & Expo in Atlanta, GA on Aug. 18. 

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Robert Sabbatini
Riverside Hosts Free Prostate Cancer Screening

Riverside Urology Specialists will offer a free and private prostate cancer screening on September 9th from 4:30-6:00 p.m.  The screening will be performed by urologist Dr. Jack Lambert and oncologist Dr. Nicholas Drake and will include a questionnaire, a physical examination and a PSA blood test.  The screening will be held at the Riverside Medical Group office building on the Riverside campus in Onancock.

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Eastern Shore Rural Health June Advocacy Visits

Eastern Shore Rural Health representatives traveled to D.C. June 5 to discuss Community Health Center priorities. Pictured left to right: Rural Health Director of Pharmacy Chris Deitch, Director of Communications Amy Bull, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Joan Lingen, CEO Jeannette Edwards, Chief Operations and Clinical Officer Jennifer Tyler and Chief Dental Officer Dr. Scott Wolpin.

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Robert Sabbatini