Black Men’s Wellness Day Highlights Healthcare Needs Of Black Men

by Daniel Johnson April 28, 2024 Black Men’s Wellness Day is an attempt both in Houston and other cities to address disparities in healthcare for Black men. On April 27, the University of Houston hosted the second annual Black Men’s Wellness Day, including a “Save Black Men’s Lives” 5K walk, health screenings, and over 100 vendors that focused on health, wellness, and connecting Black men with social services organizations.  As the Houston Chronicle reports, Black Men’s Wellness Day is an attempt both in Houston and other cities to address disparities in healthcare for Black men. The Executive Director of the African American Wellness Agency’s Houston office, Jamail Johnson, told the outlet that his organization is looking to help save the lives of Black men. “We are literally bringing the clinic to the community,” Johnson said. “I don’t want this to be a conversation after someone dies. This brings the important conversation about our health to the forefront. I want this to be something not just young men benefit from but also old men as well. We are hoping to save lives.” According to Johnson, at last year’s event, around 20% of the attendees were sent to hospitals around the Houston...