Minority Health and Health Equity Features
The term heart disease refers to several types of heart conditions, including coronary artery disease and heart attack.
Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide.
An estimated 37.5 million women in the U.S. report having a disability.
Going to college may be an exciting time for all age groups. It’s an opportunity for students to gain new knowledge and experiences, both inside and outside the classroom. Working together, students and institutions can take steps to ensure a safe and healthy college experience for all.
International Day of the Girl is celebrated on October 11 every year. Declared by the United Nations in 2012, the Day focuses on the need to address challenges that girls face, and to promote girls’ empowerment and fulfilment of their human rights. Learn more about girl-centered services that support quality and inclusive education, as well as access to physical and mental health resources that improve the health and well-being of girls.
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is observed each July to bring awareness to the challenges that some racial and ethnic minority groups face regarding mental health. Learn more about mental health and find ways to support mental health equity.
National Women’s Health Week starts each year on Mother’s Day to encourage women and girls to make their health a priority. Learn more about how to live a safer and healthier life.
Black Maternal Health Week is recognized each year from April 11-17 to bring attention and action in improving Black maternal health. Everyone can play a role in working to prevent pregnancy-related deaths and improving maternal health outcomes.
National Minority Health Month is observed every April to underscore the importance of improving health outcomes for racial and ethnic minority groups.
Women face diverse and unique health concerns across the lifespan which may affect their overall health and wellness.
El término enfermedades cardiacas se refiere a varios tipos de afecciones del corazón, como arteriopatía coronaria y ataque al corazón.
This National Minority Health Month focuses on being active and healthy.