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Health Equity Can’t Wait. Act Now in Your Community!

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There are a lot of things vying for your time. This April, join in on the various Minority Health Month events that are worth your time and intended to raise awareness about the health of our nation. Whether you pick one event or three, there are numerous ways to get involved with this year’s events as we let people know: “Health Equity Can’t Wait. Act Now in Your CommUNITY!”

Find local events

Do the words health equity sound familiar? What about the words health disparities? Well, to help spread the word about what health equity means in the lives of everyday Americans, events are being scheduled around the nation. Find an event near you and see what a little more than half of all Americans already know. Find local events

Health Equity Day of UNITY

A person's health is based on more than just the ability to go to the doctor, what they eat or where they live. When it comes to health, multiple factors play a role. Everyone plays a part in the health of Americans. The Health Equity Day of UNITY Town Hall, provides the opportunity to showcase this fact. This event will draw insights from health professionals, community organizers, government representatives and your neighbors as they gather around the topic health equity and issue a call to action. Get your poster here [PDF | 16.2MB]

Health Equity Day of Action

Health disparities among racial and ethnic minorities are a serious issue. The Health Equity Day of Action near you is intended to raise awareness and promote health equity in an interactive environment with compelling and knowledgeable speakers and lots of practical activities that meet your daily health needs. Check and see what’s available near you. Then spread the word and attend! Get your poster here [PDF | 16.2MB]

Become an NPA Partner. Take the Individual Pledge

The National Partnership for Action is looking for individuals and organizations from all sectors to join the partnership by taking the online partner pledge!

Subscribe to e-newsletter Towards Health Equity

OMH sends out a monthly e-newsletter called “Towards Health Equity” with minority health issues of note and “FYI,” a weekly roundup of current minority health information, events and resource announcements.

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