World Lung Cancer Awareness Day was August 1, 2026. This day focused on early detection, funding, and decrease the stigma of lung cancer. We know that early detection can/will help with early treatment. We need to educate people that nonsmokers can get lung cancer. You can decrease the risk factors with stop smoking, not to be around people that smoke, and be careful around air pollution. Also, please be aware that secondhand smoke can cause lung cancer.

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. There are some systemic and environmental risk factors involved with minorities mental health issues. *Discrimination (experiencing racism bias and historical trauma) *Poverty (poor housing and low incomes) *Decrease Care (lack of insurance) Please consult your healthcare provider with any mental health concerns. Thank you.

July is National Mental Health Awareness Month. It's the time to discuss the many challenges that minorities face regarding mental illness.  Mental health can impact how a person feels and thinks. Here are some symptoms of Mental Illness: *Weight or appetite changes *Feeling hopelessness *Isolate yourself from people and activities (Just to name a few) Please consult a medical professional if you are experiencing any of these mental health symptoms.

July is Social Wellness Month. The health risk of becoming alone or isolated can compare to the risks associated with medical disease. You can increase social network by: *Joining activities with others that you enjoy. *Volunteer or donate your time helping others. *Create opportunities to connect with others. Having a strong social network can decrease unwanted stress from your life. Thank you!