Heartland Whole Health Institute

01/26/2026

Due to the winter storm, the Heartland Whole Health Institute building will be closed on Monday, January 26. ❄️

Stay safe, stay warm, and we’ll share updates as conditions evolve.

01/21/2026

Congratulations to Crystal Marcussen, APRN, a Heartland Whole Health Institute Bridge Award recipient!

As an obstetrics and gynecology nurse practitioner in UAMS Women's Health and Infants Service Line, Crystal leads the Mobile Health Unit serving Helena and surrounding communities — bringing high-quality prenatal care closer to home for women across rural East Arkansas.

Please join us in celebrating Crystal’s well-deserved recognition: https://brnw.ch/21wZgJ1

Know someone else building bridges to better health?
➡️Nominate a Bridge Award recipient today! https://brnw.ch/21wZgJ0

01/20/2026

Research from the McKinsey Health Institute shows that with proven interventions, we have the opportunity to:
➡️Prevent up to 1 million deaths in the U.S. every year
➡️Reduce time spent in poor health from 52 days to 34 days per person annually

Real change depends on working together.

Imagine giving everyone back more than two extra weeks of health every year! Let’s make that future real—together.
Learn how our work with policy leaders and government officials supports health care for all: https://brnw.ch/21wZeKU

01/12/2026

An art gallery on the first floor of Heartland Whole Health Institute showcases the inaugural exhibition, The Art of Whole Health, featuring 24 artworks curated by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Join us for a self-guided art and architecture tour, or attend guided architecture tours on Fridays from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

📍 850 Museum Way, Bentonville, Arkansas

01/05/2026

Research from the McKinsey & Company Health Institute shows that by 2050, investing in prevention, early detection, and better management of chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer could unlock $3 trillion in economic gains in the United States.

Every $1 invested in addressing noncommunicable diseases could return up to nearly $5, through stronger workforces, higher productivity, lower health care costs -- and most importantly -- healthier people and stronger communities.

Health isn’t a cost. It’s capital. Let’s invest in prevention like our future depends on it -- because it does.

▶ Link in bio to learn more.

12/31/2025

The Heartland Whole Health Institute Bridge Award celebrates the outstanding contributions of frontline health care workers and health care advocates across Arkansas. This award recognizes those who demonstrate exceptional dedication, innovation, and excellence in improving health care for individuals and communities.

🙌Nominate someone today and help us shine a light on those who bridge the gap for better health care: http://bit.ly/4qqHJeO

12/22/2025

In the United States, people spend an average of 52 days in poor health every year due to the burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) – from diabetes and heart disease to cancer and long-term mental health conditions, according to the McKinsey Health Institute.

But this future isn’t inevitable. With prevention, early action, and whole-person care, we can change the trajectory, together.

Let’s make those 52 days count by preventing what we can, managing what we can’t, and investing in lifelong health.

To learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wYzdD

12/15/2025

The Heartland Whole Health Institute building has three upcoming closures:
-Wednesday, December 24 from noon - 6 p.m.
-Thursday, December 25 all day
-Thursday, January 1 all day

12/10/2025

The future of health care is bright! 💡 https://alicelwaltonfoundation.org/news_post/alice-l-walton-foundation-ignite-program-expansion/

11/30/2025

The Heartland Whole Health Institute building will be closed Monday, December 1 for a private event. We look forward to welcoming guests back starting Tuesday, December 2.

11/17/2025

Congratulations, Amy!

This week Amy Gourley our Infusion Supervisor in Fayetteville received the Heartland Whole Health Institute Bridge Award. This prestigious honor recognizes her unwavering dedication to patients, her leadership in oncology care, and her advocacy for community health. She leads with over two decades of experience as a patient-facing nurse. This is exemplified by her compassion, innovation, and purpose-driven work. Her impact reaches far beyond the clinic by mentoring nurses, supporting vulnerable children, and inspiring hope wherever she goes.

Congratulations, Amy! Your commitment to bridging the gap to better health lights the way forward for all of us. Read the full article here: https://www.heartlandwholehealth.org/about-us/news/amy-gourley-receives-bridge-award/

11/03/2025

The Heartland Whole Health Institute building - designed by Marlon Blackwell Architects of Fayetteville, Arkansas - wins first place in the health care category of the 2025 Architectural Record Awards 🎉 Recipients of the various award categories include architects hailing from Rome, Stockholm, Barcelona, and across North America. See the full list here: https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/17824-announcing-the-winners-of-the-2025-architectural-record-awards