b'New Strategic Partnerships:DHHS/Hampton HomesCone Healths commitment to improving health outcomes in east Greensboro doesnt stop at The Resurgent. With additional funding from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and The Duke Endowment, Cone Health is expanding its community health efforts in the region. These initiatives are focused on addressing the social determinants of healthfactors like access to nutrition, housing and transportationthat contribute to the areas shorter life expectancy.Through its Catch 5 in 5 program, which aims to increase life expectancy in east Greensboro by five years over the next five years, Cone Health is deploying community health teams to provide direct support to residents. These teams, which include Community Care Guides, financial counselors, and nutritionists, are connecting residents to essential health care services, financial assistance programs, and wellness resources. This holistic approach is designed to address not just immediate health needs, but the broader systemic issues that impact long-term health outcomes.Cone Healths recent partnerships reflect a broader strategy of integrating health care, education, economic development, and research to create lasting positive impacts in the communities it serves. By addressing both the medical and social factors that influence health, Cone Health is working to close gaps in life expectancy, reduce barriers to care, and create new opportunities for economic growth and personal well-being.From the revitalization of east Greensboro through The Resurgent to the innovative school-based telehealth program keeping students healthy and in class, and the groundbreaking GeneConnect initiative advancing personalized medicine, Cone Health is at the forefront of driving meaningful change. These partnerships not only improve access to health care but also lay the foundation for a healthier, more prosperous future for the entire region.CONE HEALTH ANNUAL REPORT15'