POSTPONED UNTIL FEBRUARY 23, 2010_PRESS RELEASE-ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION PRESENTS THE STATE OF MINORITY HEALTH IN ARKANSAS ON FEBRUARY 9, 2010

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FEBRUARY 23, 2010 DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LITTLE ROCK, AR - The Arkansas Minority Health Commission, Arkansas Legislative Black Caucus and the Arkansas Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Association will present "The State of Minority Health in Arkansas" on Tuesda...
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Posted under "News Releases" Monday, Feb 8, 2010

PRESS RELEASE-ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION ANNOUNCES A COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR ON JANUARY 14 IN FORREST CITY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION ANNOUNCES A COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR ON JANUARY 14 IN FORREST CITY The Arkansas Minority Health Commission (AMHC), in partnership with the Arkansas Department of Health, will kick off the New Year with a health event in January for residents in and near the surrounding St. Francis Cou...
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Posted under "News Releases" Thursday, Jan 7, 2010

Delta Classic 4 Literacy Game was November 7, 2009

Download Audio TAKE ME FISHIN’ CD was passed out at the Delta Classic 4 Literacy game November 7, 2009 between UAPB & Grambling. There were TAKE ME FISHIN’FREE CDs distributed by AMHC/AGFC. Both AMHC and AGFC had booths next to each other to promote healthier living/eating by getting outside, having fun and getting healthy! AMHC Commissioner, Ms. Vivian Flo...
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Posted under "News Releases" Thursday, Nov 12, 2009

H1N1/FLU A Guide for Community and Faith Based Organizations

"How Faith-Based Organizations Can Help Fight the Flu" click here
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Posted under "News Releases" Thursday, Sep 24, 2009

Message from Idonia L. Trotter, JD, MPS, Executive Director on the Flu and H1N1 Virus

Download Audio Here are some Flu and H1N1 Virus fighting tips from ED, Trotter! Hi, I am Idonia Trotter, Executive Director, of the Arkansas Minority Health Commission. The Minority Health Commission is committed to providing equal access to quality healthcare for all Arkansans. And it is my personal mission to keep you informed on health relat...
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Posted under "News Releases" Tuesday, Sep 8, 2009

AMHC ENDORSES HEALTHY WAYS WEIGHT CONTROL AND RESEARCH PROJECT

AMHC ENDORSES HEALTHY WAYS WEIGHT CONTROL AND RESEARCH PROJECT LITTLE ROCK, AR--The Arkansas Minority Health Commission(AMHC)is proud to endorse an exciting new program that promotes the health and well-being of Southeast Pulaski County communities. The program is called Healthy Ways---Health Eating and Active Living for Today’s Healthier You...
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Posted under "News Releases" Tuesday, Aug 25, 2009

ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION SOUTHERN AIN’T FRIED SUNDAYS PARTICIPANTS WIN SEARCH YOUR HEART CHALLENGE

LITTLE ROCK, AR – Participants in Southern Ain’t Fried Sundays, a program of the Arkansas Minority Health Commission (AMHC), have been named winners of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Search Your Heart Challenge. AHA provided $2,000 to New Light CME Church in Nashville, AR for first place and $600 to Central Church of Christ in Little Rock,...
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Posted under "News Releases" Wednesday, Aug 5, 2009

ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION ANNOUNCES SEVEN ORGANIZATIONS AS GRANT RECIPIENTS FOR HIV/AIDS PREVENTION

LITTLE ROCK, AR The Arkansas Minority Health Commission (AMHC) announces the seven organizations awarded $340,419 in grants to help in the fight against HIV/AIDS in minority communities in Arkansas. "Our goal is to strengthen organizations across the state by building their capacity to implement HIV prevention and awareness programs," said Pat...
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Posted under "News Releases" Wednesday, Jul 29, 2009

THE ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION HOSTS HEALTH SCREENING EVENT IN DEQUEEN, ARKANSAS

THE ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION HOSTS HEALTH SCREENING EVENT The Arkansas Minority Health Commission (AMHC) in partnership with the Arkansas Department of Health, Sevier County Coalition (Sevier County Health Unit), will host a Community Health Fair and free health screening event on Thursday, July 30, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:0...
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Posted under "News Releases" Monday, Jul 13, 2009

THE ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION HOLDS RECEPTION AT MOSAIC TEMPLARS CULTURAL CENTER FOR NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

A reception was also held on Wednesday, July 1, 2009 for Mrs. Trotter at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center at 501 W. Ninth Street, Little Rock, AR 72201, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00p.m. Trotter comes to the AMHC with a public health advocacy, public service and legal background. She obtained a Juris Doctorate degree from the UALR William H. Bowen School...
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Posted under "News Releases" Thursday, Jul 2, 2009

THE ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION HOLDS PRESS CONFERENCE TO ANNOUNCE NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Arkansas Minority Health Commission hosted a press conference to announce the new Executive Director Idonia Trotter. The press conference began at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at the Arkansas State Capitol in the Rotunda. A reception was also held on Wednesday for Mrs. Trotter at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center at 501 W. Ninth Str...
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Posted under "News Releases" Wednesday, Jul 1, 2009

THE ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION HOLDS PRESS CONFERENCE TO ANNOUNCE NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Arkansas Minority Health Commission hosted a press conference to announce the new Executive Director, Mrs. Idonia Trotter. The press conference began at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at the Arkansas State Capitol in the Rotunda. To see more pictures of the press conference click here. The mission of the Arkansas Minority H...
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Posted under "News Releases" Wednesday, Jul 1, 2009

THE ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Arkansas Minority Health Commission welcomes Idonia L.Trotter as the new executive director. AMHC will hold a press conference on Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. in the Arkansas State Capitol Rotunda. A reception will be held for Mrs. Trotter at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center at 501 W. Ninth Street, Little Rock, AR 72201, from 5:30 p.m....
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Posted under "News Releases" Tuesday, Jun 30, 2009

AR MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION OFFERS HIV PREVENTION WORKSHOP

For Immediate Release AR MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION OFFERS HIV PREVENTION WORKSHOP The Arkansas Minority Health Commission will host a workshop entitled, Building Communities for HIV Prevention.The event will take place on June 16, 2009 at Ramada Plaza in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. The workshop will be held from 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Tr...
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Posted under "News Releases" Tuesday, May 19, 2009