Association of Black Cardiologists works to educate Black community

The ABC’s mission is to promote the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease––including stroke in Blacks and other minorities—and achieve health equity for all through the elimination of disparities.
“Well one piece of the reason why African Americans are disproportionately affected, and  statistics with heart disease and strokes are so high, is because of our lack of understanding of the importance of proper diet plans, eating habits, the need to be educated on it and the start to living an active lifestyle,”  Dr. Smith said,
Doctors and cardiologist attended several health fairs, and were open to answering questions and addressing any concerns from members of the community.
“The overall goal is to get people together and stir up the discussion. In order to interact to really find out more about the resources and tactics to take down these health issues and start to create change within the statistics of African Americans,”  He said said.
In 1974, 17 dedicated medical professionals came together to organize the Association of Black Cardiologists, Inc. (ABC). Through their belief in the need to bring special attention to the adverse impact of cardiovascular disease on African Americans, the ABC has grown to over 1,500 healthcare, lay professionals, corporate members, and institutional members. Today, they continue to carry forward the mission and goals of the ABC “17.”
 
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