USA Health Disparities Research Group, Student-Run Free Clinic to Host 'Homelessness in Our Community'

In recognition of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, the University of South Alabama Health Disparities Research Group (HDRG) and the student-run free clinic at 15 Place have paired up to create an event called “Homelessness in Our Community.” The event will be held on Nov. 21, 2014, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Health Sciences Building (Room 1020) on USA’s main campus.

This event is spearheaded by Dr. Kathy Bydalek, assistant professor in the USA College of Nursing. She is a member of the Health Disparities Research Group and a member of the board of directors at 15 Place. During the event, faculty and medical students will present information about their efforts to impact homelessness.

In addition to the event, the student-run free clinic at 15 Place is holding a donation drive through Nov. 21 to benefit the individuals who are guests of 15 Place. Supplies needed are:  hand sanitizer; all-purpose cleaner; disinfectant wipes; bleach; rubbing alcohol; hydrogen peroxide; antibiotic ointment; hydrocortisone cream; plastic squirt bottles; paper towels; q-tips; cotton balls; maxi pads/panti-liners/tampons; adult diapers; deodorant; toothbrush/toothpaste/dental floss; emory boards/nail clippers; cold weather accessories-scarves, gloves, hats, socks (new only); plastic bags; file folders; pens; sharpies; and legal pads.

Donations can be dropped off at the Biomedical Library, the USA College of Medicine student affairs office, the simulation office in the Health Sciences Building, and the Mastin Building Student Room Suite 202. If you have any questions, contact USA second-year medical student Emily Spurlin at ees1223@jagmail.southalabama.edu.