The Red, White, and Green

Help raise awareness for the urgent need for health care reform by joining Organizing for America (OFA) and thousands of volunteers across the country in today’s National Health Care Day of Service.

Even if you don’t have a couple of hours to volunteer, you can stop by an event in your area to take advantage of free basic screenings; in my corner of Los Angeles alone, I counted three separate health fairs offering everything from cholesterol screening and HIV testing to exercise instruction and nutritional advice. 

While today is the official day of service, there will be events going on all weekend. On Sunday, I’ll be at a local farmers market interviewing and videotaping people telling their health care stories, which will be sent to President Obama. 

If you don’t have time to participate, you can still get involved from the convenience of your computer. Check out the incredibly moving Health Care Stories for America on the OFA website, where hundreds of thousands of people have written in to share their personal stories (including yours truly). 

–Jennifer Grayson

Find an event in your area.

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