Expanding Health Services
Libraries nationwide have transformed into health and wellness centers, offering services like mobile clinics, fitness classes, and mental health support without any prerequisites such as insurance or ID.
The hosts the Aurora Health Care Mobile Medical Clinic, providing immediate medical advice and education on topics like medication management.
Impact and Accessibility
Programs like the 's "Libraries with Heart" in have seen significant usage, with blood pressure monitors being used over 13,000 times, highlighting the demand for accessible health resources.
Funding from organizations like St. David’s Foundation has enabled libraries to expand their health services, addressing everything from mental health to end-of-life planning in communities lacking local health offices.