MEMPHIS, Tenn. — When you see morning radio host Stan Bell, you know you’re in for a good time.
But what was happening at Fourth Bluff Park on Saturday morning was more than just fun and games as their purpose was to save lives, in particular the lives of Black men.
According to a report from the CDC that was released earlier this year, Black people face several health disparities, especially as it pertains to men.
Women are also encouraged to stay in the know.
Saturday’s event was part of a national campaign put on by the African American Male Wellness Agency designed to show how to overcome health hurdles.
“Fellas get checked out before you have to get checked in,” said African American Male Wellness Agency President Kenny Hampton. “Last year we screened 5,000 Black men and of those 5,000 black men nationally, 85 percent had high blood pressure.”
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While this was a fun, foot-tapping, festive family event, it still offered so much more, such as screenings with health professionals from all over the Bluff City.