The Arkansas Minority Health Commission invites the citizens of Phillips County to attend a community health forum in Helena-West Helena, Ark., on Nov. 10. The event will be held from 6-8 p.m. at the Delta Cultural Center on 141 Cherry Street.
Judy Ali, MD, will serve as the evening’s presenting healthcare professional, providing details of the county’s health outcome rankings and health factors. Included in these statistics are issues that range from adult smoking and chronic diseases, to limited access to healthy foods.
Following the presentation, guests will have an opportunity to participate in a Q&A session where they can address their health concerns or offer solutions that will impact the health of their communities.
The AMHC’s team will also be available during the event to provide free preventive health screenings like blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, and BMI for attendees.
The community health forum is free and open to the public. A free and healthy dinner will be provided on a first come, first served basis. All age groups are welcomed to attend the event.
The Arkansas Minority Health Commission works to assure that all minority Arkansans have equitable access to preventive healthcare and seeks ways to promote health and prevent diseases and conditions that are prevalent among minority populations.