April is National Minority Health Month, an annual observance aimed at shedding light on the persistent health disparities faced by racial and ethnic minority communities. This year’s theme, “Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections,” emphasizes understanding how social determinants of health impact minority health outcomes.
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Originating from National Negro Health Week established in 1915 by Booker T. Washington, National Minority Health Month gained formal recognition from Congress in 2002. It serves as a platform to educate and raise awareness about health issues affecting minority populations, urging action to promote healthfulness and reduce disparities.
For National Minority Health Month, Dr. Hayley Thompson, director of Wayne State University’s Center for Health Equity and Community Knowledge in Urban Populations (CHECK-UP), talks with “American Black Journal” host Stephen Henderson about the efforts to tackle health inequities in Detroit and Michigan.
They talk about CHECK-UP’s collaboration with researchers, community partners, and corporations and the importance of building trust between minority communities and medical institutions. Plus, Thompson also discusses the leading causes of death for African Americans and the importance of assessing social needs during medical encounters.
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