State Coalitions

For more information contact:
Mississippi Rural Health Association
31 Woodgreen Place
Madison, MS 39110
Telephone/Fax: 601-898-3001
Email: mississippirural@bellsouth.net

Chronic illness is claiming too many lives in Mississippi. The goal of the Mississippi Chronic Illness Coalition (MCIC) is to reduce chronic illnesses that seriously affect the state's population. Comprised of over 190 members statewide, representing 120 public and private organizations, MCIC is working diligently toward that goal.

Know Your Numbers Campaign - This past year MCIC unveiled its banner program, Know Your Numbers. The program is designed to encourage individuals to monitor blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and body mass index so they can take charge of their health for a better life. MCIC is seeking to blanket Know Your Numbers messages statewide through health care providers and educators. Training and program materials are provided free to interested providers and educators.

For more information, contact:

The Mississippi chronic Illness coalition
P.O. Box 1700
Jackson, Mississippi 39215-1700
Telephone: 601-576-7781

The Mississippi Partnership for Comprehensive Cancer Control (MP3C) is a group of individuals representing various community, government and health care agencies from across the state that have a passion for combating cancer. Although many dedicated people and organizations have made substantial contributions toward reducing cancer incidence, morbidity, and mortality, much remains to be done. Recognizing that, MP3C joined together to develop a road map for comprehensive cancer control statewide. The plan will address the continuum of services that range from primary prevention and early detection through effective treatment, quality care, and end-of-life issues, such as pain relief. MP3C welcomes any groups or individuals interested in collaborating on the wrigint and implementing of the stte plan.

For more information, contact:

Mississippi State Department of Health
Health Promotion
Post Office Box 1700
Jackson, Mississippi 39215-1700
Telephone: 601-576-7781

Mississippi Children's Health Matters is a broad-based, statewide coalition to facilitate enrollment in Mississippi Health Benefits (Medicaid and CHIP) and improve access to quality health care for children and families.

The Mississippi Oral Health Coalition will be working to offer a comprehensive approach to improve the oral health status for Mississippians by serving as an advocate for optimal oral health. Through the coalition members, seek to mobilize community partnerships between and among policy makers, state agencies, professionals, organizations, the public and other groups that are interested in improving oral health. Mississippi State University Extension Service is promoting oral health education through the Master Health Education Volunteer program has partnered as a coalition member to serve as an outreach partner.