- Established the importance of Health Disparity Issue in Mecklenburg County
- Identified over 60 partnering organizations and individuals
- Sponsored dental screenings for the uninsured elderly population
- Sponsored community Think Tank Dialogues to identify needs and suggest solutions regarding health disparities
- Sponsored Community Call to Action Forum with former surgeon general, Dr. David Satcher
- Established partnerships for faith-based health screenings; screened over 450 participants for diabetes, hypertension, and cholesterol problems; secured 43 referrals to doctors for medication assistance and follow-up treatment
- Established patient assistance fund for the uninsured with partnering agency
- Coordinated local efforts for "Take Your Loved-One to the Doctor Day"
- Coordinated local efforts for "Uninsured Awareness Day"
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