Our physicians, nurses, community health workers and administrators are working hard to improve patient care outcomes and make care more affordable and accessible for all. New payment models, that reimburse providers accepting accountability for their patients’ total cost of care, are critical to keeping costs down. Our work in value-based care reflects this success. Now is the time for Congress to expedite the shift to new payment models. TAKE ACTION today to support your patients and our future health endeavors by signing Trinity Health’s advocacy letter.

On Friday, June 10th, hundreds of golfers, sponsors and vendors joined us for a day on the green at the annual Saint Agnes Men’s Club Classic held at Dragonfly Golf Club! Our four-man scramble format is designed to provide fun, friendly competition for players of all levels. Guests enjoyed lunch and drinks on the course followed by an awards reception. A huge congratulations goes to our first place team – Jimmy Dunn, Mark Nocito, Steve Parson and Kevin Cederquist.

As Fresno County’s only Baby-Friendly Hospital, we take our babies’ (and our mommies’) care seriously, which is why we’re asking you to help Saint Agnes Medical Center and Mothers’ Milk Bank give our Valley’s tiniest infants the best start in life through the provision of human breast milk. In celebration of World Breastfeeding Month, from August 1-31, women who are breastfeeding can donate their frozen milk to provide the essential nutrients that babies need to survive. Every precious drop counts to help babies thrive. Interested donors can call today to start the screening process.

As Fresno County’s only Baby-Friendly Hospital, we take our babies’ (and our mommies’) care seriously, which is why we’re asking you to help Saint Agnes Medical Center and Mothers’ Milk Bank give our Valley’s tiniest infants the best start in life through the provision of human breast milk. In celebration of World Breastfeeding Month, from August 1-31, women who are breastfeeding can donate their frozen milk to provide the essential nutrients that babies need to survive.

To help combat this shortage, Saint Agnes is partnering with Central California Blood Center (CCBC) to encourage blood donations. Between now and Saturday, April 30, when you OR a family member visit the CCBC to donate blood, be sure to mention our Saint Agnes Group ID number “S440” to be entered into a raffle to win a 65-inch flat screen television! The opportunity drawing is sponsored by and exclusive to Saint Agnes, so you must provide our Group ID number when you register.

Continued blood shortages are affecting our ability to care for patients in need of emergency care, surgeries and other procedures. Between now and our extended deadline of Saturday, April 30, when you OR a family member visit the Central California Blood Center to donate, be sure to mention our Saint Agnes Group ID number “S440” to be entered into a raffle to win a 65-inch flat screen television! The opportunity drawing is sponsored by and exclusive to Saint Agnes, so you must provide our Group ID number when you register.

As part of Saint Agnes’ ongoing commitment to protecting the health and well-being of Central Valley residents, our own CEO Nancy Hollingsworth is hosting a special radio segement called “Health Watch” on local radio stations 940 KYNO and K-Jewel 105.5. Three times per day, Nancy will be sharing valuable tips and resources to help AM and FM listeners enjoy their best quality of life, plus learn about Saint Agnes-specific programs and services. Wherever you listen to the radio – in the car or at the office – tune in to Health Watch!

National Red Ribbon Week (October 23-31), is the nation’s largest and longest-running drug use prevention campaign and provides communities, like ours, with the education, treatments and outreach necessary to help young people learn and respond to the dangers of substance abuse. As health care colleagues and providers, we can better care for our patients and loved ones by engaging in more frequent conversations about substance abuse and helping them find the resources they need to quit.