Minority Health and Health Equity Features
Going to college can be an exciting time for women of all ages. It’s an opportunity to gain new knowledge and experiences, both inside and outside the classroom. Maintaining good mental and physical health are important to a successful college experience. Students and institutions can work together to ensure a...
One of the greatest strengths of our country is its rich diversity. Each year, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. During this month, we commemorate the diverse cultures and many contributions Hispanic or Latino people make to U.S. society.
Una de las mayores fortalezas de nuestro país es su rica diversidad. Cada año celebramos el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre. Durante este mes, conmemoramos las diversas culturas y muchas contribuciones que hacen las personas hispanas o latinas* a la sociedad en los Estados Unidos.
Each of us can find ways to celebrate Disability Pride Month and address barriers for people with disabilities in our own communities. Together, we can build disability inclusion as a cornerstone to achieving health equity for all!
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.
Some people call lupus an “invisible illness” because it is often not recognizable to others. CDC and partners are working to make lupus visible by raising awareness about this disease. Read on to learn more about lupus among women. Share this information in your community!
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.
CDC’s Office of Health Equity recognizes National Minority Health Month as part of our 35th anniversary celebration of “baking” health equity into our public health work.
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.
An estimated 37.5 million women in the U.S. report having a disability.
El término enfermedades cardiacas se refiere a varios tipos de afecciones del corazón, como arteriopatía coronaria y ataque al corazón.
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.
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 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.
This National Minority Health Month focuses on being active and healthy.