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Raise Awareness About National Minority Health Month
Alondra Montelongo
April 07, 2021
Alondra Montelongo
April 07, 2021
National Minority Health Month is recognized every year in April and is dedicated to raising awareness about health disparities that continue to exist among racial and ethnic minority populations. Throughout the month, several health organizations encourage minority groups to take action regarding their health by educating them on topics such as early detection and control of disease complications.
As the vaccine rolls out this year, health organizations are empowering minority communities to get vaccine-ready. By having more knowledge about COVID-19 and the vaccine, people can make an educated decision about their health.
One of the best ways to get involved is to learn about the causes of health disparities that affect minority communities and share that information with others.
The Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Minority Health also has events throughout the year that focus on bringing awareness. Visit the calendar to participate or volunteer at an event near you!
There are many resources that focus on minority health. You can find a comprehensive list of online health resources here. Also, each time you donate blood or platelets, you'll receive a free wellness checkup which includes blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count, and cholesterol screening. These wellness checkups have saved the lives of some of those who volunteer to give blood.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to be as healthy as possible. Healthy people create a healthy community. A healthy community creates a healthier world. Donate blood in honor of National Minority Health Month, click here to schedule an appointment.
As a Digital Marketing Specialist at OneBlood, Alondra Montelongo is responsible for staying on top of the latest #socialtrends in the digital sphere and crafting messaging that inspires others to save lives.