Dispelling Myths & Changing Lives: An Inside Look at a Federally Qualified Health Center

What does it really take to improve healthcare access in underserved communities?In this episode, Paola Rios, Nicole Kuzmicic and Dr. Kathy Cornelius from Central North Alabama Health Services, Inc. (CNAHSI) share how one of Alabama's leading Federally Qualified Health Centers is helping patients overcome barriers to care through community partnerships, coordinated services, and a commitment to treating the whole person.The conversation explores common misconceptions about community health centers, the challenges many patients face in accessing care, and the innovative programs that make healthcare more affordable and accessible, from transportation assistance and low-cost medications to cancer screenings and food security initiatives.The team also discusses what it means to be a Patient-Centered Medical Home and an Age-Friendly Health System, demonstrating how coordinated, compassionate care can improve health outcomes across every stage of life.