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06/05/2026

Men’s Health Month is a reminder that taking care of your health is not a weakness — it’s an act of strength. Communities of color often face higher rates of chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers, yet many men delay preventive care and routine screenings.

Regular check-ups, physical activity, healthy eating, stress management, and mental health support can make a major difference in long-term health and quality of life. This month, encourage the men in your life to prioritize their health, schedule screenings, and speak openly about wellness. Healthy men help build healthier families and stronger communities.

06/03/2026

Black Americans are disproportionately impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and memory loss, yet remain underrepresented in research studies. The Black American United Memory & Aging Project (BA-UMAP) is working to better understand the social, cultural, behavioral, and biological factors that affect brain health and aging in Black communities.

Adults ages 55+ may be eligible to participate in this important research study. Participation includes online questionnaires, memory activities, and health-related assessments. Compensation is available for eligible participants.

Learn more about brain health, aging, and how you can support future generations by visiting:
https://secure.ba-umap.com/learn/

06/01/2026

🚨 June is National Safety Month! 🚨
This month, we are joining organizations across the country in recognizing National Safety Month and reaffirming our commitment to building a strong culture of safety in our workplace and community. Week 1 focuses on sharing the importance of safety awareness and encouraging everyone to take simple steps that can prevent injuries and save lives. From workplace safety to road safety and home safety, every action matters.

🎥 Check out this week’s Safety Snapshot video and explore additional safety resources to learn how we can all help create safer, healthier communities for everyone. Link: https://youtu.be/LLs0Pdh4m9Q?si=xkURxsyzKC8W1t--

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05/28/2026

During Mental Health Month, we recognize the strength, resilience, and healing power found within women in communities of color. Women often carry the weight of caregiving, work, family responsibilities, trauma, and community leadership — while still facing barriers to mental health support and care.

Protecting your peace is not selfish. Rest, healing, and setting boundaries are necessary parts of wellness.

✨ Give yourself permission to:
✔️ Honor your roots and traditions
✔️ Connect with supportive people
✔️ Set boundaries without guilt
✔️ Prioritize joy and self-care
✔️ Seek help and healing when needed

Our culture, our stories, and our communities are sources of strength. Together, we can break the stigma surrounding mental health and create spaces where women feel supported, valued, and empowered to care for themselves.

05/28/2026

The Black American United Memory & Aging Project (BA-UMAP) is a research study focused on understanding memory, aging, and Alzheimer’s disease in Black American communities. Researchers are working to identify social, cultural, environmental, behavioral, and biological factors that may affect brain health as we age.

Black Americans are nearly twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease and are often diagnosed later in the disease process. Studies like BA-UMAP help increase representation in research and support efforts to improve prevention, early detection, and treatment options.

Eligible participants:
• Identify as a Non-Hispanic Black American
• Age 55 or older
• Have not been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease
• Have an email address

Participants may complete questionnaires, memory activities, and provide saliva and urine samples. Compensation is available for eligible participants.

Learn more or join the study:
https://secure.ba-umap.com/about-baumap-2-2/

Alzheimer’s disease has negatively affected our loved ones, our families, and our community for far too long. Will you stand with us against this dreadful disease?

05/26/2026

Mental Health Month is a reminder that struggling does not make you weak — and asking for help is a sign of strength. Communities of color often face unique stressors, including discrimination, financial hardship, trauma, and barriers to accessing mental health care.

You do not have to carry those burdens alone. Prioritizing your mental health is an important part of healing, wellness, and self-care.

✨ Ways to support your mental health:
✔️ Check in with yourself regularly
✔️ Talk to someone you trust
✔️ Stay physically active
✔️ Make time for things that bring you joy
✔️ Reach out for professional support when needed

Your mental health matters just as much as your physical health. Taking care of yourself helps you continue showing up for your family, friends, and community.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. We also recognize the countless contributions and sacrifices of service members from communities of color whose courage and commitment have helped shape our nation’s history.

Memorial Day is a time to reflect, remember, and express gratitude for those who gave their lives in service to others. It is also an opportunity to uplift the stories, resilience, and legacy of diverse communities who have served with honor across generations.

As we gather with family and loved ones, let us pause to remember those who are no longer with us and recommit ourselves to building stronger, more united communities.

❤️ We remember. We honor. We thank you. 💙

05/23/2026

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05/23/2026

Early Bird Registration for the 13th Annual Healthy Churches 2030 Virtual Conference Ends June 1, 2026!

Don't miss this special registration rate of $15! Make plans to join us virtually November 16-18, 2026 for the World's Greatest Public Health and Faith Conference where you will receive health education, strategies, treatment information, new medical innovations, clinical trial updates and more!

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05/21/2026

💜 Your Mental Health Matters 💜

Mental Health Month is a reminder that it’s okay to pause, breathe, and prioritize your well-being. Communities of color often carry unique stressors, including discrimination, financial pressures, trauma, caregiving responsibilities, and limited access to mental health resources.

You are not alone, and seeking support is a sign of strength — not weakness. Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health.

✨ Give yourself permission to:
✔️ Rest and recharge
✔️ Talk to someone you trust
✔️ Set healthy boundaries
✔️ Ask for help when needed
✔️ Prioritize self-care without guilt

Together, we can break the stigma surrounding mental health and build healthier, stronger communities where everyone feels seen, supported, and valued.