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Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 15h

This October, the Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health proudly joins communities nationwide in recognizing Down Syndrome Awareness Month! Every individual with Down syndrome deserves equitable access to quality healthcare, education,... #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth #MoreAlikeThanDifferent

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 21h

This month, the Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health recognizes National ADHD Awareness Month — a time to raise understanding, reduce stigma, and promote equitable access to diagnosis and care. #ADHDAwarenessMonth #HealthEquity

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 1d

Today is Trigeminal Neuralgia Awareness Day! Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) is often called the "suicide disease" because of the intense, lightning-like facial pain it causes. Let's stand together to raise awareness, support those living with TN, and advocate for better r... #TrigeminalNeuralgiaAwareness

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Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 2d

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! In Mississippi, Black women face a 40% higher breast cancer mortality rate than White women — not because of biology alone, but because of barriers to care, late diagnoses, and unequal access to treatment. #BreastCancerAwareness #MississippiStrong

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Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 5d

The Black Men's Health Equity Council is building a movement to improve the health and well-being of Black men across Mississippi. We meet once monthly in person and via zoom on the 4th Thursday of every month. Join us today http://bit.ly/4gP42Y2.

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Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 6d

Community Health Fair - Join us on October 22, 2025 | 10 AM – 12:30 PM at the Jackson Medical Mall for a free health fair hosted by the College of Health Sciences Undergraduate Student Associations!

✅ Screenings (blood pressure, glucose, hearin...
#CommunityHealth #JacksonMS #HealthEquity #Wellness

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 6d

October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month. Protect your health. Get screened. Share the message. #LiverCancerAwareness #MinorityHealth

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 7d

At the Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health, we stand with women, families, and communities affected by breast cancer. #BreastCancerAwareness

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 7d

Join us for an engaging training designed to equip healthcare providers with practical strategies to strengthen patient-provider communication and deliver culturally competent care.

Reserve your spot today: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 8d

Institute epidemiologist Warren Jones spoke at the Prostate Cancer Community Forum on September 28, 2025. For more information about Men's Health, visit minority-institute.org.

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 9d

A birthday well spent. Our team member Miracle Vance used her birthday to feed the unhoused on her birthday, August 23. The Institute honors you and salutes your commitment to serving others.#BirthdayWithPurpose #IAMHTeam

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 9d

Black Mississippians face a faster increase in Alzheimer's mortality and greater barriers to early diagnosis and care, even though current raw death rates are higher among Whites. Rural, predominantly Black regions (such as the Delta) show concentrated Alzheimer's burden. #AlzheimerAwarenessMonth

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 9d

Prostate cancer is the #1 cancer among men in Mississippi. Black men in Mississippi have the highest incidence and death rates from prostate cancer. Get checked today! #BrotherGoGetChecked #ProstateCancerAwareness

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 13d

At just 15, Maya felt the weight of the world pressing down on her. Between school stress, social pressures, and silent battles with anxiety, she often felt like no one understood. Nights were the hardest—filled with racing thoughts and heavy emotions she didn't know how to name... #TeenMentalHealth

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 13d

At just 15, Maya felt the weight of the world pressing down on her. Between school stress, social pressures, and silent battles with anxiety, she often felt like no one understood. Nights were the hardest—filled with racing thoughts and heavy emotions she didn't know how to name.
#TeenMentalHealth

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 14d

Alzheimer's doesn't discriminate, but access to care often does. Let's change that.

Data from the Mississippi Healthy Aging Data Report (2023) shows that some counties with higher proportions of older Black residents also tend to show higher Alzheimer's disease rates #AlzheimersAwareness

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 14d

At the Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health, we believe everyone deserves access to equity, dignity, and care.

From maternal and child health to chronic disease prevention, from HIV awareness to Black men's health initiatives—we are breaking barriers, uplifting... minority-institute.org

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 15d

HIV doesn't have a color. It doesn't have a race. It can affect anyone — no matter your background, age, or identity. What matters most is knowing your status, protecting your health, and supporting others without stigma. #KnowYourStatus #StopStigma

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 19d

"As a Black man in Mississippi, I learned the hard truth — we're nearly 2x more likely to be diagnosed and 2.5x more likely to die from prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor. Don't wait." #ProstateCancerAwareness #MensHealthMatters

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 21d

Diaper need is a growing problem in our country. A clean diaper means a happy baby. One in 2 U.S. families with young children cannot afford enough diapers to keep their infant or child clean, dry, and healthy. Support the Baby Depot at minority-institute.org/donations

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 21d

From September 15–21, take part in a nationwide effort to shine a light on the public health crisis of #DiaperNeed in the U.S. Together, we can raise awareness and push for lasting change.

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 22d

Men, talk to your doctor. Early screening saves lives. #ProstateCancerAwareness #BrotherGoGetChecked

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 23d

34% of African American adults are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's. Caregivers, you are not alone. 💜 Together, we can support, uplift, and fight for equity. #AlzheimersAwareness

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 23d

The third annual Black Men's Health Equity Conference was successful. As we prepare for 2026, enjoy scenes from the 2025 conference. For more information on our programs visit, minority-institute.org.

Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health @iamhealth.bsky.social · 26d

Alzheimer's doesn't impact all communities equally. Black Americans are 2x more likely to develop dementia — yet often face late diagnoses and less access to care. #AlzheimersAwareness