Spring is here, which is prime time for farmers markets! Farmers markets are a great resource for buying locally-grown fruits, vegetables, honey and herbs. Find a farmers market near you today: usdalocalfoodportal.com

Health care providers play a critical role in improving maternal health among American Indian and Alaska Native people. It’s important to make sure your patients are comfortable sharing their concerns. Learn more at bit.ly/4b5s258 #NMHM2024 #HearHer

Community leaders: Minority Health, HRSA, and American Heart Association, through their National Hypertension Control Initiative, have created free toolkits to encourage healthy lifestyle changes that can improve blood pressure. Explore their courses: nhci.heart.org/health-lessons/

#ICYMI : Next Monday, HHS_Health & HHS.gov IEA will host a virtual event with an esteemed panel of #SCD trailblazers and individuals living with SCD to share varied perspectives on SCD care across the lifespan. Join the live stream here: hhs.gov/live/live-2/in… #NMHM24

#ICYMI : Join Salud America! on May 14 for their #SaludTues chat! See more details below ⬇️

Did you know that 1 in 5 people in the U.S. have an STI? Watch this video to learn what you can do to stay healthy! bit.ly/3GOc9jY #SaferSexGamePlan

During National #MinorityHealthMonth , we focus on the importance of health equity, where everyone has a fair opportunity to reach their highest level of health. Minority Health creates programs that help underserved groups get the care they need. More: minorityhealth.hhs.gov

#DYK ? Gardening isn't just a hobby — it's also a great way to stay active! Need more ideas to get moving? Check out the #MoveYourWay Activity Planner for personalized suggestions to match your interests: health.gov/moveyourway/ac…

This year's National Minority Health Month theme of 'Be the #SourceForBetterHealth ' highlights how culture and history impact the health of racial and ethnic minority groups. For my family and many others, food is steeped in cultural importance and is a source of healing. #NMHM24

Join us during #NationalAdolescentHealthMonth to discover new ways to #TakeActionForAdolescents . Complete the Take Action Bingo card, download, and share the badge! opa.hhs.gov/takeactionfora… #HealthyYouthNAHM

In 2020, NHLBI and Health Disparities started the Community Engagement Alliance (CEAL) to combat COVID-19 disparities. Learn how NIH Community Engagement Alliance is now addressing inequities in #MaternalHealth , #ClimateHealth and more. bit.ly/4b9F69D #NHLBI75

#PartnershipsInAction : ThriveSS (THRIVE SS) works to end the #HIV epidemic by providing linkage to care, condom distribution, at-home HIV test kits, and support services.

Learn more about how they work to build collective community power: thrivess.org/about/

#YouthSports 🏈 are a great way for kids to get #PhysicalActivity
— and have fun with friends and family. Learn about the National Youth Sports Strategy and how you can get involved: health.gov/sites/default/…

In support of National Minority Health Month, local planners and public health leaders can use PLACES data to identify and address health outcomes where you live to help you advance health equity. #NMHM24 cdc.gov/places

Congratulations to all the winners of Phase 1 of the #HHSEJChallenge . It is our duty to better protect the health of vulnerable populations and disadvantaged communities who bear the brunt of environmental health issues. For more details visit here: hhs.gov/about/news/202…

#DYK ? You can now text PRIDE to 988 to connect with #LGBTQI + services nationwide! Connect with a skilled, caring counselor 24/7 by texting or calling 988, or chatting at 988Lifeline.org.

#ICYMI : Check out our most recent webinar with University of Maryland professor Dr. Claudia Baquet about her research in Black and African American communities. fda.gov/consumers/mino…

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Black, American Indian, and Alaska Native people who are pregnant and postpartum are more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than others. Most of these deaths are preventable. Be the one to #HearHer . cdc.gov/hearher/partne…

Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month with this tasty hummus dip. This versatile dip can be paired with veggies or used as a dressing. bit.ly/4cKlEC7

#ICYMI , HHS OCR Dir Melanie Fontes Rainer joined Secretary Xavier Becerra this week in announcing the HHS.gov Final Rule under HIPAA to protect reproductive health care privacy for lawful reproductive health care, including abortion.