January 23 is Maternal Health Awareness Day

Year after year, data shows that the maternal mortality rate in the United States remains unacceptably high, with Black and American Indian or Alaska Native pregnant and postpartum people disproportionately experiencing health inequities. The vast majority—roughly...

November is National Native American Heritage Month

November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Native American and Alaska Native communities. While celebrating their heritage, it’s essential to acknowledge and address the social drivers of health (SDOH) that...

September is National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month

September is National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month. Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a chronic disease that causes the body to produce abnormal blood cells that cannot deliver oxygen to the rest of the body properly. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services...

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

Vaccines are one of the most effective tools we have to prevent infectious diseases. They expose the body to a weakened or inactive form of a virus or bacteria, which helps the body develop immunity to the disease. This means that if you are later exposed to the same...

June is Men’s Health Month

During the month of June, we would like to raise awareness and promote healthy habits for men’s physical, mental and emotional health. On average, men in the United States die an average of 5 years earlier than women and are at higher risk for many serious diseases,...

June is Pride Month

Healthcare should be a safe and welcoming experience for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. However, members of the LGBTQI+ community often face unique challenges when accessing healthcare, including discrimination,...

May is High Blood Pressure Education Month

May is High Blood Pressure Education Month, a time to raise awareness and empower people to take charge of their heart health. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major risk factor for stroke, heart disease, and kidney failure.   While high blood...