Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic

09/03/2026

Our 2026 health fair season is off to a strong start!

So far, nearly 4,000 community members have attended our health fairs, and 178 community partners have joined us to help connect people with health care, resources, and support close to home.

We're grateful to everyone who has participated, volunteered, partnered with us, and helped make these events possible. Together, we're building healthier communities one connection at a time.

08/31/2026

When patients have questions about vaccines, our providers start by listening. Building trust means creating space for honest conversations, answering questions with respect, and helping families make informed decisions about their health. Read how our care teams approach vaccine discussions with compassion and understanding: yvfwc.com/blog/38043

08/27/2026

There are few things family physicians enjoy more than seeing healthy children grow and thrive.

In this guest commentary, our own Dr. Jennifer Maxwell reflects on the privilege of caring for families during well-child visits and why open, honest conversations are such an important part of keeping children healthy.

Whether parents have questions about developmental milestones, nutrition, or vaccines, Dr. Maxwell reminds us that health care works best when families and providers work together.

I love well-child checks. Seeing healthy children bound into my office and marveling at how much they’ve grown since their last visit is one of the best parts of being

08/26/2026

Many people know WIC for healthy foods and nutrition support. What they may not know is that WIC can also connect families with resources that help them navigate life's toughest challenges.

When one pregnant mother came to WIC, she expected to talk about nutrition. Instead, she found someone who listened, understood her situation, and connected her with resources that helped her protect herself and her children.

Stories like this show how WIC supports families beyond groceries and nutrition education. See how WIC is making a difference for families in our communities every day here: yvfwc.com/blog/38008/

08/24/2026

One of the things we're most proud of is the collaboration that happens across our community. The Yakima Health District brought together health care leaders from across our community to share trusted information and support healthier families throughout the Yakima Valley. In this video, Dr. Veronica Hooper joins providers from Yakima Neighborhood Health Services and Community Health of Central Washington to encourage patients to ask questions, share concerns, and talk with their providers about vaccines.

08/19/2026

A new chapter for dental care in Eastern Washington begins here.

Through our partnership with Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, we've created new opportunities to train future dentists while expanding access to care for local communities.

Hear from our leaders about the vision behind this investment and the impact it will have for generations to come.

08/17/2026

New parents often face questions and challenges they never expected, especially during the first weeks of breastfeeding. Our WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselors, lactation consultants, and nutrition professionals are there to listen, educate, and support families when they need it most. Read how this dedicated team is helping parents build a healthy start for their children here: yvfwc.com/blog/37962/

08/12/2026

When it comes to caring for children, every parent brings their own experiences, questions, and concerns. Dr. Jennifer Maxwell shares how she approaches those conversations with curiosity, respect, and a commitment to helping families make informed decisions. Watch to hear how trust and understanding help create better outcomes for kids and parents alike.

08/10/2026

“It felt meaningful to give back to the people who risk so much to protect our communities, even if only in small ways” - Dr. Zed Zha

Dr. Zha recently launched a pilot program that provided skin cancer screenings for Washington State Department of Natural Resources firefighters, helping identify several skin lesions that warranted follow-up evaluation. Alongside volunteer providers, she also shared education on skin cancer prevention, bringing important resources directly to those who spend much of their careers working outdoors.

Read more about the screenings, the lessons learned, and how this pilot program is helping strengthen both community health and provider education.

yvfwc.com/blog/37923/

08/05/2026

What an exciting day for our community! We are honored to celebrate the opening of the new dental building at Miramar Health Center in Kennewick, where Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences dental students will train alongside experienced professionals while helping provide care to the community. This partnership with PNWU reflects a shared commitment to expanding access to care and preparing the next generation of oral health professionals.