[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 116 (Wednesday, August 1, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1369]
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             IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL HEALTH CENTER WEEK

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, August 1, 2012

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Federally Qualified 
Health Centers (FQHC) for 47 years of service during National Health 
Center Week.
   In Cleveland, the celebration honoring National Health Center Week 
will take place on Tuesday, August 7th, and be hosted by the members of 
Cleveland's Federally Qualified Community Health Network which consists 
of: Care Alliance Health Center, Neighborhood Family Practice, 
Northeast Ohio Neighborhood Health Services and The Free Medical Clinic 
of Greater Cleveland.
   The theme for this year's event is ``Celebrating America's Health 
Centers: Powering Healthier Communities.'' The focus will be on the 
success of Cleveland's FQHCs over the years, as well as how the 
community will welcome new movements in the health sector.
   The event will feature local and state experts to discuss health 
disparities in the Cleveland area. A representative from the Ohio 
Department of Health will provide the keynote address.
   As of 2011, the Cleveland Community Health Center Network has served 
more than 66,000 patients; Nationwide FQHC's have served over 20 
million people. Community Health Centers all across America are 
partnering with local healthcare providers, social service agencies, 
and visionaries to ensure that quality health care is available to all.
   Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honoring Cleveland 
Community Health Center Network as well as the Federally Qualified 
Health Centers for their dedication and service to our communities and 
country.

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