Black Health and Wellness

Celebrating Medical Achievements, Acknowledging Disparities

Black Americans have experienced racial disparities across mental and healthcare communities and have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19. We all have a responsibility to acknowledge and listen. Therefore, this year's Black History Month's theme is health and wellness, celebrating Black Americans' medical achievements and contributions and how they've positively impacted the community.

Microlesson Description

In this microlesson, we explore Black History Month's 2022 theme of Black Health and Wellness, celebrating the historic achievements made by Black Americans, while shedding light on racial health disparities in our nation today. Physical health and mental wellbeing are crucial to everyone, and getting access to these resources is even more essential. The content of this lesson is also a reminder that we all have different experiences and it's important for everyone to understand these experiences so we can create change for the better.

Key Concepts

Black Health & Wellness celebrates the medical contributions of Black Americans.
Highlights the racial disparities that exist in our healthcare communities today.
Ways we can collectively work together to bridge the gap in health and wellness, including our workplaces.