Minority Health Month is a time to raise awareness about racial and ethnic health disparities faced across the United States. According to the Arkansas Department of Health, non-White communities in the state face higher rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Factors such as socioeconomic status, limited access to health care facilities, cultural barriers and systemic inequalities contribute to these disparities. Preventive care includes things like regular check-ups, screenings, vaccines and advice on how to live