About 1 million people in the Mid South—10% of the population—have been diagnosed with diabetes, with another 3 million considered pre-diabetic. The estimated annual cost

Creating a healthy Mid South is a comprehensive effort, and calls for the involvement of healthcare systems, health professional and residents they serve. Municipal leaders

Our region continually ranks at the bottom of many health indicators in the nation, including low birthweight babies and infant mortality. Unfortunately, the needs in

Candid Conversations About Mental HealthThe Mid South Region’s Outcomes of the Text, Talk, and Act Initiative The Text, Talk, and Act event was a nation-wide discussion

MHAP’s “Access” Handbook.Click BelowSee how the Marketplace is impacting Mississippians

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK WINS GRANT AWARDSTO SUPPORT CHILDHOOD OBESITY PREVENTION INITIATIVES  The United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) announced the winners of the 2014

As part of the Foundation for the Mid South’s dedication to health and wellness, we have partnered with the city of Okolona, Mississippi to promote

Healthy Southern Cities: State Highlight: LouisianaCity of Patterson, Louisiana Mayor Rodney Grogan’s personal decision to adopt healthier lifestyle practices was an inspiration to the residents