Updated Oct 31, 2017 Dear colleague, October has been an incredibly busy month for both of us, and we know that it was for many of you as well. It has brought real challenges to California where health officials declared a public health emergency due to the hepatitis A outbreak which has resulted in 357 hospitalizations and 19 deaths as …

Updated Oct 31,2017 CDC National Progress Report on Hepatitis Elimination Reveals Rise in Acute HBV Infections and Low Birth Dose Vaccination Rates in the U.S. October 27, 2017 – Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released their national progress report on viral hepatitis elimination in the United States measuring progress towards achieving 2020 goals. The report reveals …

Updated on October 2, 2017 Oct. 1, 2017 Dear Supporters: On November 18th (Saturday) 2017, the Midwest Asian Health Association (MAHA) will host its 7th annual benefit at 6pm-8:30pm at Furama Restaurant, 2828 South Wentworth Avenue, Chicago. The theme is “Breaking Barriers to Good Health”. This year, MAHA aims to break down the barriers in our communities that prevent medically …

Updated on September 26, 2017   Media Advisory     November 15th, 2016  MAHA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                         Email: [email protected] (312) 225-8659   Midwest Asian Health Association (MAHA) is pleased to initiate an Asian Breast Cancer Education and Support Program targeting the Asian women who are low income with language and cultural barriers to health information and breast screening and follow up care. This initiative is supported by funds from the American Association of Retired People …

Updated on September 1, 2017   Link to PDF file below Illinois Youth Survey 2017

Updated on July 12, 2017 Understanding Suicide Issues Based on American Psychological Association’s 2007 report, suicide was the second leading cause of death for Asian-Americans aged 15-34. In a survey targeted towards Asian-Americans college students, it was found that they were more likely than other racial groups to have had suicidal thoughts and to attempt suicide. Among all Asian-Americans, young …

Updated on July 10, 2017 We were very happy to have Oliver come and visit us here at Midwest Asian Health Association (MAHA)!!! Please click here to see our Community Health Programs and Hep B Programs. Please see Oliver and our team photos below:

Are you planning to apply for or renew your Marketplace insurance for 2018? The Marketplace Open Enrollment Period for 2018 is much shorter than previous years. The 2018 Open Enrollment period is only from 11/01/17 to 12/15/17. MAHA will be making appointments starting 10/09/17. Don’t miss out! Appointment spots are limited. Some immigration statuses that qualify for the Marketplace are: …

Updated on May 9, 2017 by MAHA Substance Abuse Prevention Program Midwest Asian Health Association (MAHA)’s Substance Abuse Prevention Program is a five-year Drug-Free Community program directed by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), in partnership with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Our Mission To prevent substance use among youth (age 12-19) …

Updated on April 21, 2017 by MAHA Community Health Program We are glad to announce that we have this event to provide free kids (0-18 years old) immunization on Sat. 10:00AM-2:00PM, May 6, 2017. Chicago Department of Public Health care van will arrive at about 10:00 AM. The location of this event is Chinatown Plaza 2133 S. China Pl., Chicago, IL …

Updated on April 12, 2017 by Midwest Asian Health Association Free Health Services will be provided in the ‘Asian Heritage Month Celebration and National Hepatitis Awareness Day’ event. Free health services include kids immunization, hearing test, hepatitis B education, blood pressure screening, diabetes screening, cholesterol screening, osteoporosis screening, health insurance counseling, and substance abuse education. There will be cultural performances as well.  …

Updated on March 27, 2017 by MAHA Navigator Program Although the 2017 Open Enrollment Period for the Health Insurance Market-place has ended, you may be eligible for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) if you have experienced a life change within the past 60 days or expect to in the next 60 days. These life changes include: Loss of health insurance …

Updated on March 20, 2017 by Midwest Asian Health Association As a co-sponsor, we invite you to participant in the 1st Annual Community Health Fair on March 25, 2017, 12:00 pm-3:00 pm. The event provides free screenings for Glucose, Blood Pressure, etc. Please look at attached flyer for more information.