Gwen Moore Joins Planned Parenthood for DC Screening of "A Vital Service"
Washington, DC,
February 7, 2012
This evening, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (W-4) will join Planned Parenthood of Metro Washington for a reception and the DC Screening of the new documentary "A Vital Service: African American Stories of Reproductive Health Care."
Documentary Highlights Critical Need for Access to Health Services for African Americans Washington, DC –This evening, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (W-4) will join Planned Parenthood of Metro Washington for a reception and the DC Screening of the new documentary “A Vital Service: African American Stories of Reproductive Health Care.” “A Vital Service” is an original documentary produced by Planned Parenthood Federation of America that provides a powerful glance at the clinicians, educators, patients, activists, and supporters in African-American communities. The film includes personal stories from the women and families who have benefitted from having access to the critical health services offered at Planned Parenthood health centers. “We all know that African Americans face numerous obstacles to obtaining affordable, high-quality health care services,” said Rep. Gwen Moore. “Reducing health disparities and increasing access to preventive health services such as birth control is part of a true civil rights agenda. Regrettably, some of my colleagues are pursuing a more divisive agenda such as the Prenatal Nondiscrimination Act. Instead, I urge them to focus on the real issues affecting the African-American community such as affordable health care and well paying jobs.” “This documentary highlights the amazing work Planned Parenthood has been doing to reduce racial disparities in reproductive health care, including the high rates of cancers, sexually transmitted infections, and unintended pregnancy among African Americans.” “A Vital Service” aims to spur a dialogue on topics that are often seen as taboo or difficult, particularly in the African-American community. The film can be used to build support for important services, such as cancer screenings, Pap tests, affordable birth control, and testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections. And it can help eliminate the stigma associated with talking about sexual and reproductive health. The reception and screening will be followed by a Q&A panel discussing the critical role that health care reform and women’s health care programs play in reducing health disparities. WHO: Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) PANELISTS WHAT: A Vital Service: African American Stories of Reproductive Health Care Documentary Screening WHEN: Tuesday, February 7, 2012 WHERE: Capitol Visitors Center, SVC 212-210 Washington, DC |
