This idea was selected by New Yorkers through a citywide vote and will receive funding from the city budget to be implemented.

The Bronx Mobile Health Clinic

A mobile clinic to screen for common health issues. Pop-up festivals will focus on promotion and preventative care for those without insurance.

The Bronx Mobile Health Festival Tour

Winning Idea
Idea Submission for The People's Money:
Mobile clinics to screen for common health issues ie: lung, heart, liver issues. The focus is making preventative care accessible w/o barriers of health insurance. In order to promote this service, we propose rotating health festivals in neighborhoods across the Bronx with the health clinic present and info about dates will be in that particular part of their neighborhood. The festival will have free healthy food, nutrition, yoga etc.
What is the problem your idea aims to address?
There is a huge need for speedy medical attention that is accessible, provides nutrition, and health activities (yoga, exercise, nutrition options)
Which groups does your idea focus on? Select all that apply
Youth (under 24)
Older Adults (65 +)
Public Housing Residents
Justice Impacted People
People with Disabilities
Limited English Speakers
Immigrants / Migrants
Veterans
LGBTQIA+ People
Parents
Unhoused People

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The Bronx Mobile Health Festival Tour

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