AAHP Community Day 2024
Together for Wellness: Highlights from the African American Health Program.
Photographs by: Muhammad Akhtar
This year's AAHP Community Day at Montgomery College was a resounding success, featuring a wide array of booths and healthcare vendors that filled the hall with energy and enthusiasm for health education. Our team at Elite Response Training LLC was thrilled to be part of such a dynamic gathering, surrounded by professionals dedicated to enhancing community wellness.
Over 40 vendors contributed their specialized services to benefit the community during the event.
Our booth focused on CPR and AED training, was among the many engaging setups. Throughout the day, we provided live demonstrations and practical sessions, showing attendees how simple actions could potentially save lives. The interactive aspect of our booth attracted a diverse group of participants, from curious students to concerned parents and seasoned healthcare professionals interested in refreshing their skills.
We had the opportunity to engage in deep discussions about the vital role of timely CPR in emergency situations. Many visitors were surprised to learn about the significant impact they could have by applying these skills in real-life scenarios. It was incredibly rewarding to see the lightbulb moments as attendees grasped the techniques and understood their importance.
Semab Shafiq, Montgomery College Nursing Student, displaying her poster about Diabetes Mellitus 2 (DM2)
We left the event inspired by the community's commitment to health and safety and are grateful for the chance to contribute to such an important cause. We look forward to future opportunities to educate and interact with the community, helping to make every environment a little safer, one heartbeat at a time.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by, and a big thanks to the AAHP and Montgomery College for organizing this impactful event!
