Detroit Public Health Week: Free Health Screenings, Cultural Celebration, and Community Engagement

During the upcoming Public Health Week in Detroit, residents will have the chance to receive free health screenings and participate in various activities aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle. Hosted by the Detroit Health Department, this event runs from April 1 through April 6 and does not require appointments, IDs, or health insurance to participate.

The department is collaborating with Detroit police precincts, recreation centers, and other community partners to facilitate the screenings and activities. The theme for this year is “Centering and Celebrating Culture in Health.” Residents can take advantage of various free health screenings and activities offered during the week, including checks for blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, and kidney function, HIV and syphilis testing, fitness classes, CPR training, Narcan training and kit distribution, mental health makeovers, lead screenings