News & Updates

Advancing Harm Reduction at TVHC School‑Based Health Centers TVHC’s Youth Health Services (YHS) program is piloting two harm reduction and prevention initiatives at our school-based health centers, reinforcing student health, safety, and wellbeing through access and prevention.

Supporting Street Health with Hayward Rotary Club We’re proud to announce that TVHC’s Street Health Outreach (SHO) program has been awarded a $3,000 grant from Hayward Rotary Club to provide flexible support for unhoused community members in Hayward.

Connecting with the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals Last month, TVHC Senior Recruiter Stefanie Gochez and Associate Recruiter Joshua Herron attended the Unitek College Hayward Campus Career Fair to connect with students pursuing careers as Medical Assistants and Nurses. During the

Honoring TVHC’s Staff During Our Appreciation Holidays At Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center (TVHC), quality care begins with the people who provide it. March marked the start of our staff appreciation holidays for the year, offering

You Betta Check YouthSelf: Increasing Access to Well-Child Visits Well-child visits are essential for early detection, preventive care, and healthy development, yet access can be limited by scheduling constraints. Through the You Betta Check YouthSelf initiative, CQOW

Under Pressure: Strengthening Blood Pressure Control Controlling high blood pressure is a key driver of long-term health outcomes and a major focus of HEDIS performance. Through the Under Pressure initiative, CQOW works to strengthen clinical workflows, staff training, and technology

Investing in TVHC’s Health Educators with Eden Health District We’re excited to share that Eden Health District has awarded TVHC $25,000 in grant funding to support our school-based Health Educators, staff who act as crucial touchpoints for students with limited access

Building Literacy in Pediatrics with the Children’s Book Project TVHC is excited to announce our new partnership with the Children’s Book Project, a Bay Area non-profit dedicated to giving free books to children to support their growth in literacy, learning,

Building Literacy in Pediatrics with the Children’s Book Project TVHC is excited to announce our new partnership with the Children’s Book Project, a Bay Area non-profit dedicated to giving free books to children to support their growth in literacy, learning,

TVHC Earns HRSA Operational Site Visit Badge for Compliance Excellence We are proud to share that TVHC has earned the 2024 Operational Site Visit (OSV) Badge from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), recognizing

Advocating for Behavioral Health at State & County Levels Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center is proud to recognize Dr. Jessica Apfel, Director of Behavioral Health Services, for being selected for two influential leadership roles in 2026

Spreading Holiday Joy with Adopt-A-Family at TVHC Every year, TVHC’s Family Support Services (FSS) hosts Adopt-A-Family, an opportunity for the TVHC team to donate gifts for families in need. Every family enrolled in the program

Celebrating Our 2025 Promotoras Academy Graduates Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center is proud to celebrate the graduation of the 2025 Promotoras Academy cohort — a group of dedicated community members trained to serve as trusted health

Learn the Facts for Diabetes Awareness Month This November, Dr. Jodine Coe is spotlighting what everyone should know about diabetes, including common myths, risk factors, and steps you can take to protect your health. Check

Supporting Leadership Development: TVHC’s New Rising Leaders Cohort TVHC is proud to celebrate the success of the first group of the Rising Leaders Cohort, a new training initiative designed to nurture leadership skills, spark inspiration,

TVHC Recognized with the Target: BP Silver Achievement Award Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center (TVHC) has been nationally recognized by the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Medical Association (AMA) with the Target: BP Silver

Learn the Facts for Breast Cancer Awareness Month This October, TVHC’s Women’s Health department shared important tips on breast cancer signs and symptoms, risk factors, and screening and prevention. Check out the resources below and

TVHC Presents at 30th International San Diego Summit We are proud to share that members of our team recently represented TVHC at the 30th International San Diego Summit: Working Together to End Violence & Abuse.

Healthy Bites: Families Building Nutritious Habits TVHC’s Community Outreach and Advocacy (COA) team recently wrapped up a successful round of Healthy Bites, a 6-session cooking and nutrition program designed to help families learn how to prepare healthy, affordable

Learn the Facts for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month This September, Dr. Jessica Apfel, Psy.D., TVHC’s Director of Integrated Behavioral Health, has some key facts everyone should know: suicide is preventable, and recognizing warning signs can

TVHC Earns HRSA Quality Recognition Badges for Care Excellence We are thrilled to announce that TVHC has once again earned the Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality badge and has newly received the High-Value Care badge from the

TVHC Showcases Integrated Care at APA2025 Earlier this month, TVHC had the opportunity to be represented at the American Psychological Association Conference (APA2025), one of the largest gatherings of behavioral health professionals in the country. Dr.