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UAH College of Nursing unveils "Neighborhood Nursing" pilot to bring screenings and on-site referrals to Huntsville neighborhoods
Summary
UAH College of Nursing presented "Neighborhood Nursing," a community-led initiative to embed nursing services and neighborhood ambassadors in local areas; pilot screenings are planned for January 2026 in Bob Harrison area, Brookside, Northwoods and Triana and the college asked the council for partnership and support.
The University of Alabama in Huntsville College of Nursing outlined a new community-health model it said will bring free screenings and on-site referral services directly into neighborhood settings.
"Neighborhood nursing is a one-of-a-kind initiative in the nation uniquely designed to embed nursing care directly into communities," Dr. Azita Amiri, associate dean for research at UAH’s College of Nursing, told the Huntsville City Council on Oct. 23. She said the program will be led by neighborhood ambassadors and is intended to…
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