Gulfcoast South Area Health Education Center

12/18/2025

Our Medical Interpreting Training is shaped by real-world experience — and it shows in the feedback we receive from our participants.

Graduates consistently describe the course as clear, supportive, and confidence-building, with instruction that prepares them for professional practice and national certification.

📅 Registration is now open for our February Medical Interpreting Training.

Scan the QR code to learn more and register.

12/17/2025

🚭 It’s not too late this month to start your to***co cessation journey.

Our December to***co cessation classes are still available and provide evidence-based support for individuals at any stage of readiness to quit. Participants gain practical tools, encouragement, and accountability in a supportive environment.

🎁 With a gift card incentive coming soon, we’re reinforcing that to***co cessation offers benefits beyond physical health—including financial and personal well-being.

📅 Explore the December schedule and learn how to participate:

12/12/2025

📊 Friday Health Workforce Challenge

🩺 Did you know? The U.S. is projected to face a shortage of hundreds of thousands of physicians, nurses, and other health professionals in the coming decade if we don’t develop more trained workers now. For example, projections show a shortfall of about 187,000 physicians by 2037 alone.

Programs like GSAHEC's REACH help future generations of learners explore health careers, build skills, and step into the workforce we so urgently need. We can help inspire the next nurse, doctor, dental hygienist, or allied health professional right here in our community.

Today’s Challenge:
👉 Why do you think we need more health professionals in our community?

12/11/2025

💬 : Did you know Medical Interpreters improve patient outcomes and ensure equitable care for all? Our MIT program trains professionals to bridge communication gaps in healthcare. Learn more and join our next session! 🌟

12/10/2025

🌟 Our December Newsletter is here, bringing holiday cheer and tools to help you finish 2025 strong!

Inside, you’ll find:
🎁 Our December cessation class schedule
🎁 Program highlights and wins from the year
🎁 Exciting news: newly released dates for our 40-hour Medical Interpreting Training course

Consider it the ultimate professional stocking stuffer — practical, timely, and designed to set you up for a successful new year.

📬 Check out the full newsletter and get inspired for 2026!

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12/04/2025

We had an incredible time celebrating our 2025 Gulfcoast South AHEC Board of Directors Meet & Greet this week! 🥂✨

It was wonderful to welcome our Board members and facilitators into our space and share the meaningful work happening across our programs. The event flowed exactly as we hoped—great conversations, shared vision, and a fun faux-champagne toast to wrap it all up.

We’re grateful for the leadership, passion, and partnership that drive our mission forward. Here’s to a strong year ahead! 💙

12/03/2025

New season. New start. Same great support. ❄️💙
Our December public cessation classes are now OPEN, and we’re here to help you take the next step—whether it’s day one or day one hundred.

Expert facilitators. Proven strategies. A community that cares.
Browse the December schedule below and give yourself a gift that lasts long after the holidays.

📞 Call 866-534-7909 to save your spot!

11/26/2025

🍁 Thanksgiving is just a few days away!

As we head into the holiday, our team at Gulfcoast South AHEC wants to share our gratitude with our community.

We are thankful for our partners, participants, healthcare providers, and supporters who work alongside us to improve the health and well-being of people across Southwest Florida. Your commitment helps us expand access to free to***co cessation services, education, and resources that make a real impact.

Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful, safe, and restful Thanksgiving week!

🧡 With gratitude, The Gulfcoast South AHEC Team

11/24/2025

Back in September, we were proud to join our partners at Centerstone for their LifeStory Run supporting Su***de Prevention. 💙

A few members of our Gulfcoast AHEC team ran the 10K for the cause, while our staff and friends at Manatee DOH tabled—sharing to***co resources and supporting Centerstone’s mission. Together, we’re making a difference!

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11/20/2025

🌟 Facilitator Spotlight! 🌟
This month, we’re celebrating Rona, one of our incredible facilitators who helps us expand our reach throughout the community.

Our facilitators play a vital role in delivering to***co cessation classes, sharing life-changing education, and supporting individuals on their journey to a to***co-free life. Their dedication allows us to impact more lives and strengthen our program’s mission.

Thank you, Rona, for the compassion, expertise, and heart you bring to every class. We appreciate you!

💙 Stay tuned for more spotlights as we highlight the amazing people behind our work.

11/19/2025

Clear communication can change everything.
Our Medical Interpreting Training helps bridge the gap between patients and providers—ensuring every person is heard, understood, and supported in their healthcare journey.

And great news… we’re about to announce a new class soon!

If you or someone you know is interested in gaining the skills to make healthcare more accessible for all, stay tuned.

✨ Together, we can build more equitable, compassionate care in our community.

11/13/2025

Our GSAHEC team is partnering with New College MEDLIFE for Breath Free: A Campus Conversation on Lung Health & Smoking Prevention on Thursday, November 20.

We’ll lead a brief presentation on ni****ne awareness and share interactive education on lung health and to***co-free living.

📍 New College of Florida | 5:00–6:30 PM

Proud to collaborate with local partners promoting a healthier, to***co-free community.