Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Helps Chicago Kick Off the Summer In Good Health w/ Two Days of Free COVID-19 Vaccines and Testing
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Posted By: Kennedy Williams on July 08, 2021 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is continuing to support the Biden Administration’s efforts to increase COVID-19 vaccinations across the nation. The first Black Greek-letter sorority, to which Vice President Kamala Harris is a proud member, is headed to Chicago, the home of its corporate office, to provide two days of free COVID-19 vaccines as well as several other health screenings. On Saturday, July 10, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Imani Village, 901 E. 95th Street, Chicago, IL, and Monday, July 12, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Local Market, 2101 E. 71st Street, Chicago, IL, the organization will be onsite with local healthcare providers to offer a host of health screenings for residents, including COVID-19 testing and COVID vaccines, breast cancer screenings, HIV testing, and more. “We are so excited to come to the hometown of our corporate office. Chicago is near and dear to our hearts, and we encourage all residents in the Chicagoland community to join us for free screenings and fellowship,” said Alpha Kappa Alpha International President & CEO Dr. Glenda Glover. “Receiving a COVID-19 vaccine and other screenings could be a life-saving decision. We want to kick off the summer in Chicago by offering exemplary service that improves the health and wellness of our communities year-round.” All attendees will have access to COVID-19 testing and vaccines, HIV testing, and the opportunity to participate. Individuals who are uninsured and interested in getting a mammogram must register first at www.assuredimaging.com/AKA or call 888-233-6121. COVID-19 safety guidelines will be followed. Chicagoland-based companies Walgreens and CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort) will serve as participating partners of the events. The Chicago events will not only provide necessary free health services for the community but will also serve as the start to the organization’s 69th Boule Part II and 2021 Leadership Seminar. “We want to see and connect with members of the community and have them obtain screenings. Tell a friend. Tell a family member. Save a life,” said Dr. Glover. In May, the mobile unit made stops in the Greater Kansas City area, and the organization traveled to the Mississippi Delta in early June where partnering health centers provided free vaccinations. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is committed to providing service to the community and serving on the frontlines in the fight against COVID-19 and other diseases disproportionately affecting Black and Brown communities. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Kennedy Williams
From Loganville, GA Spelman College class of 2020 Member Since July 2016 |
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