In a move to bolster inclusivity and equal access to health information in Wake County, HealthLit4Wake is relaunching its Ask the Doc Town Hall series. The initiative, which a statement obtained by WakeGov describes as "an important step in making sure every resident, regardless of language or background, has access to the information and resources they need to stay healthy," begins its 2025 circuit at the Mexican Consulate in Raleigh.
Designed for Wake County’s Spanish speakers, the first session, "Pregunte Al Doc: Navigating Primary Healthcare," is scheduled this Wednesday — a beneficial arrangement held entirely in Spanish, as per the Wake County website. Set to join the discussion are Dr. Edwin Burkett, Claudia Rivera, Adriana Guerra, and Vanessa Valencia, medical professionals who, partnered with community organizations, aim to eradicate the barriers to health education.
The effort continues through April, with sessions addressing chronic stress and the relationship between nutrition and mental health. The English and Arabic speaking residents of Wake County can mark their calendars for the upcoming WellCare Annual Health Fair on April 12. Following closely, on April 19, a nutrition and mental health session will take place at the Muslim Youth and Community Center with versions in both Arabic and English, making it convenient for attendees to choose the slot that matches their language preference.
Originally conceived in 2021 in response to COVID-19, Ask the Doc has evolved from a virtual platform to in-person gatherings, which now feature specialized events to reach the county’s most at-risk residents.
