This week in Detroit, the Detroit Health Department is providing free health screenings as part of National Public Health Week. On Monday, Rico Jackson took advantage of the opportunity to get checked and highlighted the importance of being proactive about his health as he ages. He emphasized the need to take care of physical health as the body changes, especially as he reaches the age of 50.
Chief Public Health Officer Denise Fair also emphasized the significance of promoting public health beyond the walls of the health department. In addition to raising awareness, various services are being offered throughout the city. These services include screenings for vision, hearing, and blood pressure, as well as HIV testing and narcan test kits. Locations such as the Northwest Activities Center, St. Patrick Senior Center, and the health office on Mack Avenue are all offering services free of charge, with no appointment or ID required.
Fair stressed the importance of preventative care in maintaining good health and addressing small issues before they escalate. She noted that minority groups often do not take advantage of these services due to factors such as lack of representation in healthcare providers. However, she emphasized that the Detroit Health Department is a safe space for individuals to seek care regardless of their background or community status.
In addition to health screenings, the Detroit Fire Department is offering fire safety presentations and hands-only CPR training during National Public Health Week. Lt. William Terrell highlighted
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