Baptist Health to mark centennial by giving back all year

Baptist Health will mark its centennial in 2024 with 100 days of caring – giving back to its communities with acts of service, health screenings and career exploration.

They'll also focus on a healthcare-related topic each month, tied to recognized community needs.

Community projects each month will be related to these themes;
January – maternal health – diaper and baby supply drive
February – heart health – screenings
March – colon cancer – screenings and risk assessment
April – barriers to health/food insecurity -- food drive
May – stroke – awareness events
June – healthcare career exploration – education and experience
July – neighborhood cleanup efforts
August – orthopedics – screenings (falls prevention and improving balance)
September – behavioral health – awareness events
October – preventive care -- flu shots
November – lung cancer – screenings
December – blood drives


Baptist Health opened its doors locally as Western Baptist Hospital in 1953.