Dear [firstname],

I hope this message finds you and your loved ones safe and healthy. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has deeply affected our community and sheds light on the devastating disproportionate access to health care many communities of color face.

As you may know, we are currently in the open enrollment period of Medicare and the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare). I’m hosting an event on Monday with health care partners to provide more information to El Pasoans.

Join local health care partners and me on Monday, November 9, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. MT to learn about open enrollment for Medicare and the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), flu shot services, and other important updates.

Representatives from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the City Health Department, and Community Health Clinics will be available to discuss their services and answer questions from El Pasoans.

This virtual workshop is free, open to the public, and will be conducted through Zoom. ASL interpretation and Spanish translation will be available.  

El Pasoans can register HERE and submit their questions HERE.

WHAT: Health Care Community Workshop

WHEN: Monday, November 9 at 11:00 a.m. MT

WHO:

• Congresswoman Veronica Escobar
• Dr. Ogechika Alozie, Co-Chair of El Paso United COVID-19 Transition Task Force
• Angela Mora M.Ed., Director, Public Health Department for City of El Paso
• Carmen A. Irwin, Rural Health Coordinator/Local Engagement and Administration Staff, CMS Dallas/OPOLE
• Ruben Vogt, Director of Government Relations, University Medical Center
• Lilly Gutierrez-Molina, Chief Operating Officer, Project Vida
• Carmen Zuniga, Deputy Outreach and Wellness Officer, Project Vida
• Christina Paz, Chief Executive Officer, Centro San Vicente
  
• Daniel Del Toro, Outreach and Enrollment Manager, Centro San Vicente

The fight against COVID-19 is far from over, and this is not the time to let our guard down. We have to do our part and stay home unless we absolutely need to leave for an essential activity. We all have a role to play in slowing the spread and protecting ourselves, our family, and our community.

New information about COVID-19 is coming out daily, please visit my resource page on my website for the latest updates, recommendations from the CDC, and a Frequently Asked Questions section to know the latest. Additionally, visit the sites below to stay up to date.

The CDC provides updates on the virus and safety information for the public and healthcare professionals, as well as Frequently Asked Questions available here.

The City of El Paso has a hotline for residents to call for more information regarding COVID-19. The number is 915-21-COVID, or 915-212-6843.

If you need to get tested because you believe you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 or are experiencing symptoms, please get tested. The City of El Paso also offers mobile testing centers throughout the city that are now open and are free of charge for any symptomatic or asymptomatic person. So, whether you are exhibiting symptoms or not, you can get tested! For more information on locations and operating hours, please click here.

The Texas Department of State Health Services provides updates on the disease's spread within the state.

Sincerely,

Veronica Escobar
Member of Congress