The month of May is national stroke awareness month. When it comes to a stroke every second counts. Many strokes could be prevented through healthy life choices and working with your healthcare team to control health conditions that raise your risk for a stroke.There are preventative measures that can be taken to decrease your likelihood of developing a stroke. Here they are:- Choose healthy foods and drinks- Keep a healthy weight- Get regular physical activity- Don’t smoke- Limit alcohol- Control your blood pressureCenters for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022, April 5). Prevent stroke: What you can do. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. www.cdc.gov/stroke/prevention.htm#blackhealthequity #blackhealth #nationalstrokeawarenessmonth ... See MoreSee Less
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month! Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have a rich heritage thousands of years old and have both shaped the history of the United States and have had their lives dramatically influenced by moments in its history. This month we celebrate the diversity of cultures, breadth of achievement, and remarkable contributions of these communities; of brave immigrants who, motivated by the promise of possibilities, picked up their lives and found new homes here; of native peoples who have stewarded these lands since time immemorial; and of community leaders shaping a brighter future for us all. #AAPIHeritageMonth#AAPI... See MoreSee Less
We are proud to announce that Dr. Amber Johnson will be receiving the Candace Yamagawa Legacy Award tonight at the Love Beyond Limit’s 10th Anniversary celebration! She is recognized for the work she puts into the community through the Black Health Equity Collaborative. Name: Connecting Beyond LimitsDate: Friday, May 19, 2023Time: 5pm-9pmLocation: 400 Oceangate Unit 1400Long Beach, CA 90802 ... See MoreSee Less