FEBRUARY HEART HEALTH MONTH
This February and every month, please take these important tips to heart:
- Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America
- Heart disease is the # 1 killer of Black women
- Protect your heart by leading a healthy lifestyle, including engaging in regular
physical activity and eating a healthy diet (10 minutes of exercise helps your
heart) - Less screen time is heart-healthy
- Stress and heart disease go hand in hand
- More sleep is better for your heart (at least 7 hours)
- Laughter protects your heart
Source:
The American Heart Association and The National Institute of Health, NHLBI
#OurHearts #IAmTheChange
OTHER NEWS
“31 Ways 31 Days”: Celebrating National Black Business Month
August 1st marked the beginning of the 14th annual National Black Business Month (NBBM), an observance that highlights the importance of African-American businesses to the Black community as well as our national economy.
NATIONAL BLACK FAMILY MONTH
July is National Black Family Month – one of The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc.’s (BWA) favorite celebrations. Established in 2006 to promote the enrichment of families through education, health, and self-improvement, this observance also encourages us to support our loved ones, reflect with one another, and invest in and inspire our young.
LOVE LETTERS: THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING
How does one repay the affection and attention that our family members have lavished upon us? We can’t – but we can ensure that we are prepared if the time comes that our loved ones can no longer take care of themselves and need our help. Why? Simply, Because We Care.
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JOIN US LIVE NOW for our 46th Annual Symposium moderated by @SymoneDSanders
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LIVESTREAM: Friday, September 22, 20203, @ 9 am EST.
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Today in #BlackHistory — Unbought and Unbossed, Shirley Chisholm became the first Black Presidential nominee.
She shattered the glass ceiling and I'm beyond proud to represent part of her district! I am because she was.
We fought hard for this because birth control is essential to our reproductive freedom.
This victory will empower folks to make decisions about their bodies & their futures.
Congress must now pass our bill to #FreeThePill & make OTC birth control free for all who need it.
Be the Change this World AIDS Day 🌍
Change starts with you. Change starts with us. Together, we can:
❤️ Break the stigma around HIV.
🩺 Promote testing, prevention, and treatment for all.
📢 Advocate for equal access to healthcare worldwide.
💡 Share knowledge to build understanding and compassion.
Be the change that ends HIV/AIDS. Take action today.
What step will you take to make a difference? Let’s inspire change together!
Learn more by visiting our community partner Gilead Sciences @ https://www.gilead.com/
#WorldAIDSDay #BeTheChange #EndHIV
Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones with Vaccines! 💉
Vaccines are your best defense against serious illnesses. Stay up to date on your:
✔️ Flu Shot
✔️ COVID-19 Booster
✔️ RSV Vaccine
Let’s work together to keep our communities safe and healthy.
Talk to your healthcare provider today!
#VaccinesWork #StayProtected #RiskLessDoMore
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📢 Tonight`s the Night! Join us for an Important Townhall Webinar!
Don’t miss @theblackwomensagendainc and a panel of distinguished experts discussing “I Am The Change: Vaccines For Your Best Health” 🌍.
This Town Hall will increase awareness of critical prevention, testing, and treatment resources for respiratory viruses like COVID-19, flu, and RSV.
🗓️ Date: November 12th
🕣 Time: 8:30 pm ET
Let’s work together to stay informed and healthy. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_C5pIyDF8Swmsayy8PiMT2Q
#RiskLessDoMore #VaccinesForYourBestHealth #IAmTheChange #BWAInc
You inspired. You encouraged. You remained steadfast.
We thank you being you.
"The fight for the ideals that reflect America at its best: Freedom, opportunity, fairness, and dignity. That is a fight I will never give up." - Vice President Kamala Harris, 2024 Presidential Candidate
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