Kevin S. Parker's posts related to Health

Statement from State Senator Kevin Parker on the 'Swine Flu' virus

Posted by Kevin S. Parker on Friday, May 1st, 2009

"I know many of us are worried about the impact of the swine influenza A (H1N1) virus on our families and our community, especially our school community. Obviously, our first concern is that we keep our children and our families as safe as possible. It is important to remember that the most effective way to fight any disease is through prevention. My colleagues and I continue to monitor the situation around the state very closely.

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SENATOR PARKER REPORTS DANGERS OF WEST NILE VIRUS IN CENTRAL BROOKLYN

Posted by Kevin S. Parker on Tuesday, August 18th, 2009

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, August 18, 2009

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STATEMENT FROM STATE SENATOR KEVIN PARKER ON THE 21ST ANNIVERSARY OF WORLD AIDS DAY

Posted by Kevin S. Parker on Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

M THE OFFICE OF STATE SENATOR KEVIN PARKER

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SENATOR PARKER ANNOUNCES AMANDA'S LAW IN EFFECT

Posted by Kevin S. Parker on Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

FROM THE OFFICE OF STATE SENATOR KEVIN PARKER

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Senator Parker getting his blood glucose measured at his annual check your health day

State Senator Parker opened his office doors to women over 40 for a free breast cancer screening, as well as blood glucose and blood pressure on-site testing.

Senator Parker with staff from New York Blood Center

African-American blood donation is the primary way to fight the complications of Sickle Cell disease. Sickle Cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that affects approximately 80,000 people in the United States, 97 percent of whom are of African heritage. People suffering from Sickle Cell  require blood transfusions throughout their lives.