HEALTH

The African American Male Wellness Agency is set to host its 5th annual Atlanta Black Men’s Wellness Day to provide free health screenings to all Black men in the metro Atlanta area

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – AUG 01, 2024 ‒  The African American Male Wellness Agency recently announced its annual Atlanta Black Men’s Wellness Day on Saturday, September 14, 7:00 AM, at Morehouse College Public Health Sciences Institute, 830 Westview Drive Southwest Atlanta, GA 30314.

For the past 5 years, Black Men’s Wellness Day Atlanta has been an annual event that features a 5K walk/run and health screenings for Black men. The goal is to get as many Black men as possible to participate in free onsite health screenings that measure their blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, HIV, STD/STI,  prostate cancer, and more.

“We do this every year to save the lives of Black men,” said Keith Dobbins, the Atlanta Coordinator for African American Male Wellness Agency Atlanta. “If you save a Black man’s life you save his family. When you save the family you save the community. And that’s what we’re all about, affecting massive change through the health of Black men.” 

For the 2024 Atlanta Black Men’s Wellness Day, Greg Clay, City of Atlanta Executive Director, Mayor’s Office of Constituent Services, is serving as the 2024 Honorary Chair.

“I am extremely excited to lead this annual effort here in Atlanta, as we work to impact health disparities, along with other issues, in my role with the city on a daily basis,” Clay said. “This proactive movement is a true depiction of Atlanta’s Group Project, working together to fight our community’s biggest challenges facing Black men.”

Also, serving as local Atlanta ambassadors for the 2024 Atlanta Black Men’s Wellness Day are:

• Georgia Rep. Derrick Jackson (District 68)

• Georgia Rep. Eric Bell, II (District 75)

• Tony Terry, R&B recording artist

• Ovie Mughelli, former Atlanta Falcons, healthcare consultant

• Rafiq Ahmad, former president of 100 Black Men of South Metro Atlanta

• Merlin Knight, vice president, Greater South Fulton Chamber of Commerce

• Jared C. Fields, chairman, Mirror 100 Mentoring Program of 100 Black Men of South Metro Atlanta

• Dr. Parion Alexander, Board Certified Physician Assistant, The Family Health Centers of Georgia

• J. Levesnton Bell II, vice president of mental health & wellness, The AON Initiative

• Langston Longley, Principal, Scott Elementary School

• Hamilton Abbott, youth ambassador

Last year, Black Men’s Wellness Day attracted over 1,500 people who received free health screenings and participated in the festivities. Morehouse School of Medicine is returning this year as a partner to conduct the health screenings. 

“Black Men’s Wellness Day in Atlanta is more than just an event- it’s a movement toward health equity and empowerment for African American men,” said Kenny R. Hampton, president of the African American Male Wellness Agency. “By addressing the health disparities that disproportionately affect our community, we are not only improving individual lives but also strengthening families and communities. Our mission is to provide the tools and resources necessary for Black men to lead healthier, longer lives and this event is crucial to making that vision a reality.”

Since 2004, The National African American Male Wellness Agency (The AA Wellness Agency) has produced a 5K Walk & Run in over 15 cities as an awareness campaign to spotlight the fact that Black Men die on average 12 years earlier than their white counterparts. For 20 years, the AA Wellness Agency has worked to save Black men’s lives, close the health gap and help Black men to live longer from preventable diseases.

In addition to the 5K walk/run and free onsite health screenings, The 2024 Atlanta Black Men’s Wellness Day will also feature live entertainment and family-friendly fun, which includes an area specifically for kids.  

Sponsors for the 2024 Atlanta Black Men’s Wellness Day include Johnson & Johnson, CareSource, Genentech, Kaiser Permanente, Kroger Delivery, Care Access, and Inside Edge Consulting.

Attendees can register for free to participate in the 5K walk/run by visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-atlanta-black-mens-wellness-day-tickets-793524110977?aff=erelexpmlt. For more information about African American Male Wellness Agency, visit https://aawellness.org/.

The reality TV star was personally selected by Dr. John Lipman to help inform women about nonsurgical treatment options for uterine fibroids.

(May 2, 2023–Atlanta, GA) – According to the National Institutes of Health, up to 80% of women will have uterine fibroids before reaching the age of 50, with an even larger percentage in African American women. Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) pioneer Dr. John Lipman, MD, FSIR, is continuing to lead the charge in educating women about non-surgical treatment options for fibroids by signing Serial Entrepreneur, Singer, and Love and Marriage: Huntsville cast member Destiny Payton as an ambassador for the Atlanta Fibroid Center. As an ambassador, Destiny will publicly speak regarding her personal journey with fibroids and increase the awareness of nonsurgical treatment options like UFE. Dr. Lipman and Destiny initially met in 2022 while attending Cynthia Bailey’s4th Annual Fibroid Awareness Brunch, where Destiny became inspired to speak transparently on her personal struggle with fibroids and infertility. Cynthia Bailey found her fibroid relief with UFE with Dr. Lipman which was chronicled on Season 6 of Real Housewives of Atlanta.

“I’m so excited about this journey. I’ve been speaking with so many women who are in need of this information.” – Destiny Payton

Destiny is one of many African American women who suffered from uterine fibroids and was told by a previous doctor that a hysterectomy was her best option for treatment. Destiny understood that hysterectomy was a permanent solution, but losing her uterus was too big a price to pay; even if she didn’t have a child. Fortunately, she held out and was blessed with a son (who’s now 2 years old). “The doctor told me a hysterectomy was my best treatment option, and I just did not believe that. It felt like a fear tactic”, says Destiny.

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 “Numerous studies have shown that most women suffering with uterine fibroids will be given only the surgical options and not told about UFE”, says Dr. Lipman. “The uterus provides many other important functions outside of childbearing. Women should not have to lose their uterus in order to successfully treat a benign condition (fibroids).Women are entitled to know all of their options and not just the surgical ones.” Dr. Lipman speaks from over 30 years of experience, as the Founder and Medical Director of the Atlanta Fibroid Center, a state-of-the-art medical facility specializing in the non-surgical treatment of uterine fibroids. To date, Dr. Lipman has performed close to 10,000 uterine fibroid embolization procedures (UFEs), making him the world’s most experienced UFE physician. With Destiny on board, it is hoped that awareness for the UFE procedure and its accessibility will be enhanced greatly.

Dr. Lipman and Destiny have created ‘Dear Destiny’, a weekly Instagram livestream where they will connect and answer questions regarding uterine fibroids and procedures available to treat them. The livestreams will premiere in Summer 2023. Additionally, Destiny is offering a giveaway for a livestream participant to receive a free consultation by Dr. Lipman at the Atlanta Fibroid Center.  “Our goal is to specifically target women who do not have accessibility to medical options outside of having hysterectomies and major surgeries”, says Dr. Lipman. For more information on fibroids, the UFE procedure, and updates, visit the official Atlanta Fibroid Center website at www.ATLii.com,and by following Dr. John Lipman on Instagram @dr_lipman.

Angela Simmons talks about her experience in an abusive relationship and mental health on the next “Peace of Mind with Taraji” on Facebook Live.

The upcoming episode “Why Do Women Stay in Hurtful Relationships?” Angela talks about surviving an abusive and how it impacted her mental health. The episode debuts 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET on Facebook Watch.

YOUTUBE ORIGINALS PARTNERS WITH DR. ANTHONY FAUCI FOR EXCLUSIVE COVID-19 Q&A PREMIERING TODAY ON THE AMERICAN PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION (APHA) YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Q&A KICKS OFF NEW YOUTUBE ORIGINALS PROGRAMMING CENTERED ON HEALTH INCLUDING “BARBERSHOP MEDICINE” FROM THE #YOUTUBEBLACK VOICES FUND PREMIERING JULY 29 AND “GLAD YOU ASKED” SEASON TWO PREMIERING JULY 28

JULY 27, 2021 — Today YouTube Originals kicks off a special week of programming centered on health including an exclusive COVID-19 Q&A with Dr. Anthony Fauci, “Barbershop Medicine” from the #YouTubeBlack Voices Fund and season two of Emmy-nominated series “Glad You Asked.”

“Barbershop Medicine’ allows distrust, health equity and healthcare disparities to be discussed freely in a place we trust.  In some instances, we offer stories most of us never knew about American history and healthcare in the Black and Brown community,” said Dr. Jamie Rutland.

“Sometimes, the source matters – especially for communities that bear the major burden of illness, but historically haven’t had a reason to trust the healthcare system. As both a product of those communities and a physician, I understand that tug-of-war. We are the bridge between the health challenges they currently face, and the healthy lives they could lead,” said Dr. Italo Brown.

Launching today on the American Public Health Association (APHA) YouTube Channel, “Barbershop Medicine’s” Dr. Italo Brown and Dr. Jamie Rutland will host an exclusive COVID-19 Q&A with guest Dr. Anthony Fauci to continue engaging audiences on the importance of the COVID-19 vaccine while also addressing vaccine hesitancy in Black and Brown communities.

On Thursday, July 29th, YouTube Originals will launch “Barbershop Medicine” – a new special from the #YouTubeBlack Voices Fund in partnership with MACRO Television Studios serving to inform the public about mistrust surrounding the medical community, why COVID-19 has impacted the Black and Brown community at astonishingly high rates, and reduce hesitancy around the vaccine. In this special, a local barber invites our medical experts – Dr. Italo Brown and Dr. Jamie Rutland – to join unfiltered conversations happening with local patrons and celebrity guests, including musical guest Masego. “Barbershop Medicine” aims to cultivate dialogue and an open platform for common questions about the community’s health conditions and concerns, provide insight and clarity, and debunk any myths.

“These latest YouTube Originals projects centered around educating the public about their health are helping to create an honest dialogue about how we can improve the wellness of our Black and Brown communities,” says Dr. Garth Graham, YouTube’s Global Head of Healthcare and Public Health Partnerships. “We’re excited to see the positive impact these Originals have and are thankful to our partners for their incredible work to bring these to life.”

These projects join the previously announced second season of “Glad You Asked,” premiering premieres Wednesday, July 28th on the Vox YouTube Channel. The Emmy-nominated series is an ensemble-led exploration of topics driven by our curiosity about the world around us. Using Vox’s signature explainer format, the next five episodes for season two examine a broad range of timely topics such as, Do I want kids?, Why can’t we sleep?, Is city noise making us sick?, Is therapy for everyone?, and How should doctors consider race?. Bringing a number of diverse and varied backgrounds together, this season features new perspectives from five inquisitive hosts and the world’s foremost experts to offer an experiential journey that empowers audiences to better understand their world.

“Barbershop Medicine” is executive produced by Charles D. King, Marta Fernandez, Jelani Johnson, and Aisha Corpas Wynn for MACRO Television Studios and executive produced by Raeshem Nijhon and Carri Twigg for Culture House. Hashim Williams is executive producer and showrunner. YouTube Originals’ exclusive Q&A with guest Dr. Anthony Fauci is produced by Skipper Films.

Susanne Daniels is Global Head of Original Content for YouTube. Nadine Zylstra is Head of Family, Learning and Impact for YouTube Originals, and Amina Wilson and Zoe DiStefano oversee the project as the Development Executives for YouTube Originals.

About YouTube Originals:

YouTube Originals are award-winning, creative and engaging scripted and unscripted series and films across music, personalities, learning and families for fans all over the world. Spotlighting both YouTube creators alongside Hollywood’s biggest stars, YouTube Originals provide an experience that only YouTube can offer. By tapping into the platform’s growing global community, fan engagement product capabilities, and innovative content mixed with pioneering live-streamed specials, there is truly something for everybody. Fans experience YouTube Originals content through ad-supported YouTube as well as YouTube Premium, a subscription service that offers access to YouTube Originals series and movies, a streaming music platform, and an uninterrupted, ad-free experience across all of YouTube. YouTube Originals are available in nearly 80 countries worldwide.

About MACRO Television Studios:  

MACRO Television Studios is a division of MACRO, the multi-platform media company representing the voice and perspectives of Black people and people of color that was launched in 2015 by Founder & CEO Charles D. King.  The studio has executive produced the television series’ Raising Dion and Gentefied, both in post-production on their second seasons on Netflix.  Marta Fernandez is President of MACRO Television Studios.  In addition to a television studio, MACRO’s multiple business verticals also include a film (MACRO) studio that finances, develops and produces theatrical features, talent (M88) and influencer (UNCMMN) management divisions, a branding and creative agency (Brand MACRO) and an affiliated venture firm (MaC Venture Capital).

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FOX THEATRE PARTNERS WITH GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO HOST COVID VACCINE EVENT ON JUNE 4 FROM 6 TO 8 PM

Free Community Event to Offer Vaccines, Live Entertainment and Chance to Win a Host of Giveaways

The Fox Theatre joins forces with the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) to increase accessibility of COVID vaccines to the Atlanta community with a night at the theatre vaccine event on Friday, June 4 from 6 to 8 pm. As part of the Fox Theater’s VAX4LIVE campaign, this unique opportunity provides patrons with access to the vaccine, coupled with live entertainment from six-time Grammy Nominated Ashanti Floyd, known as the Mad Violinist, the Fox Theatre’s famous popcorn and other refreshments. Guests will also be eligible to win prizes, including tickets to future shows and Fox swag.

“When approached with an opportunity to serve our community in this way, we were happy to accept it. As an anchor of Midtown, we are hoping that this free event provides a more convenient and familiar setting for those still looking to get vaccinated,” shared Allan Vella, president and CEO of the Fox Theatre. “We are excited to play any part we can in getting Georgia back open as safely as possible.”

Parking is free for the first 50 patrons in the yellow lot adjacent to the right of the Fox Theatre. The Fox’s marquee will also feature a special message for those wishing to commemorate their vaccine.

“DPH is grateful for the support of the Fox Theatre, and their willingness to host this event,” said Kathleen E. Toomey, M.D., M.P.H., DPH commissioner. “We hope this event encourages people to get vaccinated and provides access to those that are not able to get the vaccine during the workday. We value this partnership and look forward to a night at the theatre.”

COVID vaccine is available to patrons free of charge, pre-registration is available and encouraged by visiting fultonvax.coreresponse.org. No proof of insurance or ID are required. Those who have had their first dose of vaccine elsewhere, are welcome to get their second shot at the Fox as long as they provide their vaccination card that shows proof of Pfizer vaccination, and it is at least  21 days since their first shot.

For up-to-date information regarding the Fox Theatre’s health and safety protocols and calendar of events, visit foxtheatre.org and follow @theFoxTheatre on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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About the Fox Theatre

The Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta’s premier venues for live entertainment, welcoming more than 250 performances a year in its 4,665-seat theatre. From rock concerts and Broadway productions to ballets, comedy, and movies, the historic venue attracts more than 500,000 visitors annually. The theatre also hosts over 100 annual private events like wedding receptions, trade shows, corporate meetings, and association functions in its fabulous ballrooms, outdoor terrace, and Marquee Club presented by Lexus. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization, the Fox Theatre stands today as a fiercely protected landmark and a nationally acclaimed theater. The Fox Theatre proudly acknowledges its partners for their generous support: Coca-Cola, Lexus, Georgian Terrace Hotel, Georgia Natural Gas, Atlanta Beverage-Yuengling, Regions, and Grady Health System. Tickets for all events are available at the Fox Theatre Ticket Office, online at FoxTheatre.org, or toll-free at 855-285-8499. Group sales information is available by calling 404- 881-2000 or visiting the foxtheatre.org/groups. Stay connected by following @theFoxTheatre on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Notable accolades include 2019 Venues Now #1 Top Stop of the Decade Award for tickets sold (5,000 seats or less); 2019 Billboard #2 Highest Grossing Venue Worldwide (5,000 seats or less); 2019 Pollstar #3 Worldwide Ticket Sales (5,000 seats or less).

You know that saying don’t talk about it, be about it? Well, that is exactly what this special guest is doing! Merete Fields had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Dr. Antionette Liles of the Belle Collective on OWN tv. 

Merete talked to Dr. Liles about the commitment she’s made to pay for Black HBCU students Dental Admission Test (DAT) fees. They also talk about what it’s like to start her own dental practice (Minted Dental), the importance of visual representation, and her new beginnings as a recently divorced now single woman. Check out INTERVIEWS here.

Make sure you also tune in to catch the tea of love life and what’s next in store for the Belle Collective!

Dancing With The Stars Judge Carrie Ann Inaba has tested positive for COVID 19. She is home with some symptoms and will be sequestering as per the CDC guidelines.

Check out her announcement below

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