Be sure to check out FDA Drug Information’s PSA on #biosimilars and learn about these types of #medication . youtu.be/h1_XOSJgZvs?si…

#DYK ? According to HRSA there are more than 100,000 people waiting for an organ donation in the U.S. and 60% are a racial or ethnic minority. Use their Diversifying DoNation Toolkit to share the importance of donor diversity: organdonor.gov/sites/default/… #DonateLifeMonth

HHS recognizes our family caregivers and the important role they play in our lives.

This Administration honors their tireless efforts and commits to ensuring they receive the pay, benefits, & recognition they deserve. #CareWeek

Sammy’s Milk Providing a Warning Against the Use of Goat Milk Toddler Formula as Infant Formula fda.gov/safety/recalls…

April is #OccupationalTherapyMonth ! Join us in saying thank you to the occupational therapists who provide meaningful contributions to their patients' lives every day.

9 out of 10 people diagnosed with #lupus are women aged 15 to 44, and it’s more common among racial and ethnic minority populations.

We need diverse participation in lupus research to help ensure new treatments work for all patients: fda.gov/consumers/mino…

#NMHM2024

#PreventionPartners : During STI Awareness Week, use #CDC ’s “Talk. Test. Treat.” campaign to encourage individuals & healthcare providers to protect their health & the health of their partners & patients from #STIs . Campaign details: bit.ly/3w19G41

Handwashing is one of the easiest steps that you can take to avoid foodborne illnesses. Always wash your hands with warm water before and after handling food for at least 20 seconds. fda.gov/food/buy-store…

Today is National Transgender HIV Testing Day, a day to recognize the importance of routine #HIV testing and status awareness among transgender and nonbinary people.

Learn more about testing: cdc.gov/stophivtogethe…

#StopHIVTogether
#NTHTD

Our FDA Minority Health and Health Equity staff spotlight series is still going and today we are highlighting CAPT Merenda!

She finds inspiration in training the next generation of public health professionals.

#NMHM2024 #HealthEquity

Today is National Transgender HIV Testing Day.

Let’s work to reduce #HIV stigma and promote testing, prevention and treatment, to #StopHIVTogether : fda.gov/consumers/mino…

#NTHTD

The earlier you know you have #prediabetes , the sooner you can take action to stop or delay it from turning into #t2diabetes .

Take this 1-minute quiz to see if you could be at risk for prediabetes: bit.ly/2AA5XgC.

#STIweek , observed April 14-20 this year, raises awareness about how sexually transmitted infections (STIs) impact people’s lives. Testing is important because STIs do not always cause symptoms. Learn more about STIs and #HIV : go.nih.gov/twgLT5Q #TalkTestTreat

Meet Medea Darrington, part of the FDA Minority Health and Health Equity team.

What she likes most about working with OMHHE is “the diversity of my fellow employees” and “the wealth of knowledge they bring to our organization.”

#NMHM2024 #HealthEquity

📢 Starting in 1-hour: 'Strategies to Increase Clinical Trial Participation for Diverse Communities' panel discussion.

Register now! fda.gov/consumers/mino…

#NMHM2024 #ClinicalTrials #DiversityAndInclusion

📢 TODAY at 11 am ET, we're hosting the 'Strategies to Increase Clinical Trial Participation for Diverse Communities' panel discussion.

Register now to save your spot! fda.gov/consumers/mino…

#NMHM2024 #ClinicalTrials #DiversityAndInclusion

FDA has transitioned from its initial response activities to identify the source of elevated lead levels in cinnamon applesauce pouches and is now focused on post-incident surveillance, prevention & compliance activities which will be updated here: fda.gov/food/outbreaks…

#DYK ? AHRQ is a #SourceForBetterHealth and has gathered tools and resources to help health systems and clinicians improve healthcare through a better understanding of the social determinants of health. Access the tools here: ahrq.gov/sdoh/practice-… #NMHM24

Friendly reminder: tomorrow at 11 am ET, we're hosting the 'Strategies to Increase Clinical Trial Participation for Diverse Communities' panel discussion.

Register now to save your spot! fda.gov/consumers/mino…

#NMHM2024 #ClinicalTrials #DiversityAndInclusion

This National Minority Health Month, we are spotlighting members of the FDA Minority Health and Health Equity team.

Meet Lindsey Childress! For her, effective health communication is a top priority.

#NMHM2024 #HealthEquity