
Discovering Umami: the 5th Taste
Have you heard the word “umami” before? You’ve probably used “sweet”, “bitter”, “sour”, and “salty” to talk about flavor. Umami is another way to describe

Have you heard the word “umami” before? You’ve probably used “sweet”, “bitter”, “sour”, and “salty” to talk about flavor. Umami is another way to describe

Do you know how your body tells you it is stressed? Stress shows up in your body when your brain finds a threat to your safety. Threats can be physical, like seeing a bear in the woods. Threats

As the weather cools, we encourage you to stay active outside by walking! We wanted to share some stretches you can do either before or

Now that we have cooler (and darker) fall days rolling in, we wanted to talk about keeping up your endorphins! Endorphins are our body’s all natural “feel good” hormones. They help

Did you know? Our gut has a unique group of bacteria and microorganisms that are largely developed within the first 1,000 days of life. This

How much should you eat? Whether you want to lose weight or just maintain your weight, eating proper portions is just as important as eating

As we try new ways to move our bodies to adapt to our new norm, a type of training you might not have thought about

We’ve done a good job of re-grouping and moving forward in our work this summer. And we know the next big thing coming up that

One of the hardest parts of social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak is lack of physical touch. If you’re quarantining alone, this may be the
All Community Healthcare Network health centers and offices will be open on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Our mobile health clinics will not be operational due to weather conditions.
Dear Parent or Guardian,
We would like to inform you that as of September 1, 2026, access to your child’s Healow account through Community Healthcare Network (CHN) will be limited to viewing immunizations and referrals for all patients ages 12 and older. This change is required to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and New York State laws that protect minors’ rights to confidentiality.
You may still request your child’s medical records by calling or visiting your health center.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please speak with our front desk staff during your next visit or go to: chnnyc.info/nylaw
Thank you,
Community Healthcare Network (CHN)