Black Health Matters Foundation Launches ''Our Health Our Wellness'' Campaign Targeting Six Priority Health Areas

The Black Health Matters Foundation (BHMF) has launched a full national campaign called "Our Health Our Wellness" (OHOW) in April 2026, aimed at improving health outcomes and empowering under-resourced communities through prevention, intervention, and increased access to resources.

The campaign addresses six priority health areas that significantly impact Americans, particularly communities of color:

- **Alzheimer''s Disease**, addressing the disproportionate impact on Black Americans, who are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer''s

- **Cancer**, focusing on prevention and early detection

- **Chronic Kidney Disease**, raising awareness about risk factors and management

- **Heart Health**, covering cholesterol, diabetes, and hypertension

- **Mental Health**, reducing stigma and increasing access to care

- **Vaccinations**, promoting immunization schedules and combating misinformation

The campaign provides health information in both English and Spanish to expand access and literacy among diverse populations.

**Key April 2026 Events:**

- **March 28-30:** Launch at the American Cardiology Conference (ACC.26) in New Orleans

- **April 2:** Health Fair at the Church of Christ Ladies Lectureship Retreat in Houston, TX

- **April 2-4:** Mobile Mammography at the NCAA Women''s Final Four in Phoenix, AZ

- **April 8:** Webinar on "Roll Up Your Sleeve: Why Vaccines Need to be Part of Your Lifelong Wellness Plan"

- **April 14:** Webinar on "The Power of Prevention: Daily Habits for a Cancer Free Life"

- **April 22:** Webinar on "Living with Cancer: What You Should Know"

- **April 29:** Webinar on "The Future of Cancer Treatment is Already Here"

BHMF''s vision is to be a leading resource for communities facing healthcare barriers, working to close health outcome gaps that have persisted for generations.