The role of the community health worker is expanding in U.S. health care, with growing evidence suggesting these public health professionals can help reduce disparities in marginalized communities.

SAN FRANCISCO & CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, the Health Assurance Foundation (“Foundation”) announced its launch as a nonprofit organization with a mission to promote a stronger healthcare ...

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — Through a federal grant, the HAP Foundation will partner with organizations in Macon County, where their community health workers will train and engage with the community.

By easing this financial burden, the program allows recipients to focus on what matters most: the people they serve.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The aim of the program is to help health workers educate communities about kidney disease. Key partners include ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Seniors in Sangamon County could soon learn how to become community health workers thanks to a federal grant and a new effort by the HAP Foundation. HAP's AmeriCorps seniors ...

After a long wait, Massachusetts lawmakers are set to hold a hearing Monday at the State House on a crucial piece of ...