New health clinic opens on Tucker County High School campus
HAMBLETON, W.Va. (WBOY) — Tucker County High School students now have access to a new school-based health clinic operated by St. George Medical Clinic, offering primary and behavioral healthcare services on campus.
The clinic, located in Hambleton, celebrated its grand opening and is exclusively available to students and staff, providing a convenient option for healthcare without leaving school grounds.
'It's nationally known right now that teenagers are having a mental health crisis,' said Andrea Simmons, a psychotherapist at the clinic. 'We just want to make sure that we are here for them.'
Dena Beckner, a physician assistant at the clinic, highlighted the convenience, saying, 'Students can come over and see me and not miss school and go right back to school.'
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The St. George High School based health clinic is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), which means it meets certain government standards for providing comprehensive healthcare services. The clinic aims to address both physical and mental health needs, acknowledging the increasing mental health challenges faced by teenagers today. Teachers also benefit from the clinic's services, as they can schedule appointments before or after school or during planning periods, minimizing disruption to their schedules.
The new clinic is expected to provide significant support to the Tucker County High School community, offering essential healthcare services directly on campus.
All facts from this article were gathered by WBOY journalists. This article was converted into this format with assistance from artificial intelligence. It has been edited and approved by WBOY staff.
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