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Gun violence has far-reaching effects on individuals, families and the community
Gun violence can have long-lasting effects on mental health, employment, economic well-being and housing.
Statement on Black History Month 2025
At Common Ground Health, we proudly recognize and celebrate February as Black History Month—an important time to honor the history, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans
Healthi Kids launches campaign highlighting early relationships as key to healthy growth and development
The Love from the Start campaign brings awareness to the idea that love and support from even one primary caregiver is a crucial factor in protecting infants and toddlers from trauma.
Indigenous Coalition celebrates first anniversary
Coalition members shared the story of how they formed the coalition in 2023 after two and a half years spent building relationships with Common Ground Health and the Indigenous community.
Common Ground Health and Rochester RHIO to combine
Common Ground Health and the Rochester RHIO today announced plans to combine their organizations.
Donations needed for older adults in nursing homes
To combat social isolation and loneliness among older adults, the SACE Project is helping older adults in nursing homes know that they are not forgotten.
In The Headlines
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Common Ground Health Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis in Rochester
Minority ReporterApril 2, 2025 - In Common Ground Health's spotlight report, several local peace advocates were interviewed about their work with Rochester’s gun violence victims.
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Trust in science, medicine plummeted because of COVID. See inside the fight to rebuild it
Democrat & ChronicleMarch 20, 2025 - “Trust is an issue in the Hispanic culture when they don't know you well enough,” said Letty Padilla, a Common Ground Health Ambassador.
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Rochester students celebrate Global School Play Day with activities and games
13 WHAMFebruary 5, 2025 - Healthi Kids, an initiative of Common Ground Health collaborated with the Rochester City School District to highlight the significance of play and physical activity.
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Wade Norwood
Rochester Business JournalFebruary 21, 2025 - "The combination of data and community to foster innovation will have the biggest impact on health care," says Wade Norwood, CEO at Common Ground Health.