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Monoclonal Antibody Treatment Available

NOW AVAILABLE

Monoclonal Antibody Treatment for Covid-19

Monoclonal Antibody TreatmentHealthy Connections Community Health Network is now offering Regeneron (Monoclonal Antibody Treatment) for patients who believe they have been exposed to Covid-19 (Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2). This treatment is successful in many patients who are considered high risk for severe Covid-19, including hospitalization or death.

Regeneron can be administered by intravenous infusion or subcutaneous injection. Patients should call our hotline at 479-437-3300 for more information. Referrals are being accepted from any provider, even if you are currently outside of the Healthy Connections Community Health Network.

Healthy Connections will be administering Regeneron both intravenously and subcutaneously at the following locations:

Additionally, Healthy Connections is now administering Regneron subcutaneously at the following locations:

The Healthy Connections team will administer monoclonal antibodies with a one-time intravenous (IV) infusion or subcutaneous injection in some cases. The IV infusion involves placing a needle in a vein and gradually sending the medicine through the IV and into the body. The infusion takes between 20 and 50 minutes. After the IV is removed, patients must wait at least one more hour so health care workers can watch for side effects or negative reactions. Intravenous infusion is recommended for patients who have tested positive for Covid-19. Subcutaneous injection is recommended for patients who have been exposed to Covid-19 or for whom the intravenous infusion is not otherwise feasible.

This is not a substitution for the Covid-19 vaccination. Call 888-710-8220 to schedule vaccination appointments at your nearest Healthy Connections Community Health Network location. Patients can learn more and schedule appointments by speaking to their Healthy Connections provider by calling our hotline at 479-437-3300. More information can be found at https://healthy-connections.org/monoclonal.

Monoclonal antibodies are synthetic versions of the body’s natural line of defense against severe infection — a therapy designed to send reinforcements for the immune system. The antibody treatment is meant for Covid-19 patients early in their infection and who are at high risk of getting even sicker, nipping infections in the bud before it puts people in the hospital. It can be used for breakthrough Covid-19 cases as well, regardless of symptoms. If a person has tested positive within the past 10 days, and they are at risk for getting sicker — like older patients, patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, asthma, or obesity — the treatment is available.

How it works

The Healthy Connections team will administer monoclonal antibodies with a one-time intravenous (IV) infusion or subcutaneous injection in some cases. The IV infusion involves placing a needle in a vein and gradually sending the medicine through the IV and into the body. The infusion takes between 20 and 50 minutes. After the IV is removed, patients must wait at least one more hour so health care workers can watch for side effects or negative reactions.

If you have tested positive for Covid-19, call us at 479-437-3300 to see if this treatment may be available to you.

FAQ
What are monoclonal antibodies?

Monoclonal antibodies are just like your body’s antibodies but are selected for their strong ability to resist the virus. They are produced like medication and help your body fight illness. In 2020, the Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization to permit monoclonal antibodies as a treatment option for Covid-19.

How are antibodies made?

Antibodies are proteins made by your body’s immune system that fight off infections, including infections caused by viruses. Your body can remember how to make antibodies if you are exposed to the same germ again.

How does monoclonal antibody treatment work?

After entering your body, monoclonal antibodies look for and attach to the spike protein that sticks out of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

When monoclonal antibodies attach to the spike protein, they can block the virus’s ability to enter cells — and slow down the infection.

Who is not eligible for this treatment?

Patients are not eligible for this treatment if they:

  • Have been hospitalized due to Covid-19
  • Require oxygen therapy due to Covid-19
  • Require an increase in baseline oxygen flow rate due to Covid-19 (and in those on chronic oxygen therapy due to underlying non-Vodi-19 related comorbidity)
  • Have had symptoms for more than 10 days
  • Weigh less than 88 pounds
What is the cost to patients?

In most cases, Monoclonal Antibody Treatment is done at no cost to patients. Healthy Connections will collect patient’s date of birth and social security number in order to bill this treatment to Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).

How to find out if you qualify and to receive monoclonal antibodies treatment

Potential patients can find out if they qualify by speaking to their Healthy Connections provider. Patients can also call 479-437-3300.

CLINICS OFFERING MONOCLONAL ANTIBODY TREATMENT

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2021 Holiday Hours

Please note the following holiday schedule and hours for Healthy Connections Community Health Network clinics from Dec. 23 to Jan. 2. Call 888-710-8220 with questions or to schedule appointments.

Clinic/DateFriday, Dec. 23Saturday, Dec. 24Sunday, Dec. 25Monday, Dec. 26Tuesday, Dec. 27Wednesday, Dec. 28Thursday, Dec. 29Friday, Dec. 30Saturday, Dec. 31Sunday, Jan. 1Monday, Jan. 2
ArkadelphiaClosedClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
De Queen7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
Hot Springs Central7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
Hot Springs Chippewa7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
Hot Springs McAuleyClosedClosedClosedClosed8 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
Hot Springs VillageClosedClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
Little Rock Midtown (Health For Life Clinic)7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
Malvern Teeter Plaza7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm8 am-7:45 am-6 pm pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
Mena7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
Mount Ida (MCCC)ClosedClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm
Haskell8 am - NoonClosedClosed7:30 am -5 pm7:30 am-5 pm7:30 am-5 pm7:30 am-5 pm8 am - NoonClosedClosed7:30 am-5 pm
Russellville7:45 am-6 pmClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pm7:45 am-6 pmCloseddClosedClosed7:45 am-6 pm

CEO Calandro Named to Arkansas 250

Congratulations go out to Healthy Connections, Inc., Chief Executive Officer Tony Calandro for being named to the 2021 Arkansas 250 list.

The Arkansas 250, which is produced by Arkansas Business, features Arkansas’ most influential business leaders from many industries across the state.

“Each year we compare notes with executives and leaders from every region and each major industry category in the state. We mine board of directors lists for publicly traded companies, universities, and nonprofit organizations,” said Chris Bahn, publisher of Arkansas 250. “We deep dive into reporting from media outlets, including Arkansas Business, to identify the business, political, and quality of life stories that mattered most. It is important to us that this list includes people actively plotting the course of our state.”

Calandro is in his 11th year as CEO of Healthy Connections. Last year he was named a finalist for Arkansas Nonprofit Executive of the Year.

“I am honored to have been included in such a prestigious list of Arkansas business leaders,” Calandro said. “This wouldn’t be possible without the hard work and dedication of our Healthy Connections staff. This recognition is a reflection of the job they did throughout the past year.”

Arkansas Business praised Calandro for Healthy Connections growth in recent years. This has included expansion to areas like Little Rock, Bryant, and Hot Springs Village, and new services being made available to patients throughout the region.

Calandro is listed amongst many of the state’s top healthcare leaders including:

  • Chad Aduddell, CEO CHI St. Vincent
  • Chris Barber, President and CEO of St. Bernard’s Healthcare
  • Marcy Dodderer, President and CEO of Arkansas Children’s
  • Matt Troup, CEO Conway Regional Health System
  • Troy Wells, President and CEO Baptist Health

The list also includes business leaders from nearly every industry in Arkansas, including prominent names such as:

  • Warren Stephens, CEO of Stephens, Inc.,
  • Jim Walton, Chairman and CEO of Arvest Bank Group
  • Asa Hutchinson
  • Hunter Yurachek, Vice-Chancellor and Director of Athletics, University of Arkansas

See the complete list at https://digital.abpg.com/arkansas250-2021/page/1

Healthy Connections is a Mena-based Community Health Network with locations throughout southwest and central Arkansas. Since its founding as a home-visiting program in 1998, Healthy Connections has been able to provide much-needed health, dental, behavioral health, and social services to families of every lifestyle. Services include primary care/family medicine, specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, and women’s health, My Kids Pediatric Clinic, Evolve Behavioral Health Services and Medication Management, Health For Life Clinic, Healthy Families Arkansas Polk and Garland counties, and more. Learn more about Healthy Connections at www.healthy-connections.org.

Masks Required at Clinics

For the safety of our patients, visitors, and staff, the Healthy Connections Community Health Network will continue to require masks in accordance with current Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations.

Thank you for your cooperation.

HCI, Calandro Finalists for Arkansas Business of the Year Awards

Healthy Connections, Inc., and CEO Tony Calandro have been named finalists in the Arkansas Business 33rd Annual Business of the Year awards.

Healthy Connections, Inc., is a finalist for Nonprofit Organization of the Year, while Calandro is a finalist for Nonprofit Executive of the Year. The winners of each category will be revealed at the awards ceremony on March 3, 2021. Finalists were selected by an outside panel of judges and coordinated by Arkansas Business. Thirty-two finalists are selected from across the state in seven categories. See the complete list of finalists at www.ArkansasBusiness.com/ABOY.

Read the story about Healthy Connections, Inc., in Arkansas Business by clicking this link: https://www.arkansasbusiness.com/events/3/arkansas-business-of-the-year/honorees/792/healthy-connections-inc

Read the story about Calandro in Arkansas Business by clicking this link: https://www.arkansasbusiness.com/events/3/arkansas-business-of-the-year/honorees/795/tony-calandro

Healthy Connections is a Mena-based nonprofit community health network with clinic locations in Mena, Hot Springs, Little Rock, Malvern, Arkadelphia, Mount Ida, and De Queen. Since its founding as a home-visiting program in 1998, Healthy Connections has been able to provide much-needed health, dental, behavioral health, and social services to families of every lifestyle.

Learn more about Healthy Connections at www.healthy-connections.org.

 

HCI, CEO Calandro Finalists for Arkansas Nonprofit Awards

Healthy Connections, Inc., and its CEO Tony Calandro were selected as finalists for the Nonprofit Organization of the Year awards.

Healthy Connections, Inc., and CEO Tony Calandro have been named finalists in the Arkansas Business 33rd Annual Business of the Year awards.

Healthy Connections, Inc., is a finalist for the Nonprofit Organization of the Year, while Calandro is a finalist for the Nonprofit Executive of the Year. The winners of each category will be revealed at the awards ceremony and published in a special supplement of Arkansas Business on March 3, 2021.

Finalists were selected by an outside panel of judges and coordinated by Arkansas Business. Thirty-two finalists are selected from across the state in seven categories. See the complete list of finalists at www.ArkansasBusiness.com/ABOY.

Healthy Connections is a Mena-based nonprofit community health network with clinic locations in Mena, Hot Springs, Little Rock, Malvern, Arkadelphia, Mount Ida, and De Queen. Since its founding as a home-visiting program in 1998, Healthy Connections has been able to provide much-needed health, dental, behavioral health, and social services to families of every lifestyle.

Over the past year, Healthy Connections took its services to more places than ever before. When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, Healthy Connections provided completely-free testing at stops in 10 different Arkansas counties, including some without clinic locations like Texarkana, Gurdon, and Nashville. These day-long events took place in blazing heat and driving rainstorms as employees braved the elements to ensure anyone who wanted to be tested could be tested.

The year also saw an expansion in services with the addition of the Health For Life Clinic and Evolve Behavioral Health and Medication Management. Health For Life Clinic, which provides addiction treatment and testing and treatment for HIV/AIDS patients in Little Rock, joined the community health network in February and has been among the busiest clinics in the network. Evolve brought individual, family, and group mental health therapy to patients across west and central Arkansas just before the pandemic took off.

Cars line up at the mass testing event held in Texarkana in July.

In January, Healthy Connections opened the Franklin Community Health Center in the parking lot of the old Franklin Elementary School in Little Rock. This neighborhood clinic location provided much-requested medical services in a location that was considered a medical desert. And when the pandemic hit, this clinic was at the heart of the Covid-19 testing program.

In May as stay-at-home orders were being issued throughout the state, Healthy Connections quickly expanded its telehealth program to make sure as many patients as possible could be seen from the comfort of their own home.

“We are honored to be recognized alongside the other nonprofit organizations in this category,” Calandro said. “This year has been like no other. Our employees have faced many challenges and consistently found ways to overcome them, ensuring that our patients continue to receive the highest level of care.”

In the Nonprofit Organization of the Year category, Healthy Connections joins Arkansas Research Alliance, Arkansas Immigrant Defense, Children’s Advocacy of Benton County, and The Venture Center as finalists. Healthy Connections was also selected as a finalist in 2018 and 2019.

Calandro joined Healthy Connections 10 years ago and has overseen growth from about 3,000 patients served to more than 23,000 last year.

“I am excited to be a finalist for this award, but know that it would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our Healthy Connections staff,” Calandro said. “My philosophy has always been to provide employees with the tools and resources they need to do their jobs then stand back and watch them succeed. This award is a reflection of the job they did throughout the past year.”

In the Nonprofit Executive of the Year category, Calandro is joined by Shannon Boshears of UA-Pulaski Technical College Foundation, Wayne Miller of The Venture Center, Christian O’Neal of the UA-Little Rock Foundation, and Fred Scarborough of the Arkansas Children’s Foundation.

Learn more about Healthy Connections at www.healthy-connections.org.