In honor of Black History Month, Kaiser Permanente will host a health fair offering free health services and activities to members and non-members alike. The fair will take place from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, at Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Hills-Crenshaw Medical Offices, 3782 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., in Los Angeles.
The event will feature the following services and Black History Month-related activities
free-of-charge:
- Flu vaccinations for adults.
- Health Education workshops on hypertension and diabetes.
- Cooking demonstrations with Black Women for Wellness.
- Hands-only CPR class.
- An exhibit highlighting African American history.
- Souline Dancing, square dancing and salsa classes.
- Ask a Doctor, blood pressure checks and more.
- Community resources and medical financial aid consultations.
- Free giveaways (while supplies last).
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Kaiser Permanente’s Member Health Clinic, located at Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Hills-Crenshaw Medical Offices, will also be open during the event. Clinical services to be provided include blood pressure checks, mammograms, A1C blood sugar testing, COVID-19 vaccinations, diabetic retinal screenings, vaccinations for children and more.
To schedule an appointment, call (323) 857-2273. Walk-in appointments will also be available on a first-come, first-served basis, according to availability.
“At Kaiser Permanente, we’re committed to improving health equity and ensuring that every member of our community has access to high-quality care,” said Dr. Erique E. Emel, physician-in-charge, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Hills-Crenshaw Medical Office Building.
“The Black History Month Health Fair is an opportunity to celebrate culture, provide essential health screenings, and empower individuals to take charge of their well-being,” he continued. “We’re proud to bring these important resources directly to our community.”
For general event questions, email Tracey Brown at Tracey.L.Brown@kp.org.
