May Is Lupus Awareness Month 2022

Lupus Awareness Month occurs every May and we celebrate this month to contribute to the welfare of the affected community. This inflammatory disease is caused when the immune system attacks its own tissues and affects the overall well-being of the person in many ways. This month is all about raising awareness about its impact on the physical, emotional, and economic aspects of a person’s life. 

1851Lupus Defined as an Autoimmune Disease

Various research and documentation leads to the advancement of the understanding and diagnosis of lupus as an autoimmune disease.

1977Establishment of Lupus Awareness Week

President Jimmy Carter signs Public Law 95-72, which establishes the week-long observance for lupus awareness.

2004Establishment of World Lupus Day

Lupus Canada creates World Lupus Day on May 10 to spread awareness about this little-known disease.

2009Transition from Awareness Week to Month

Lupus Awareness Week is extended to a period of an entire month to raise awareness for this disease.

Know Your Numbers – August 2022

Coming up in August 2022, the Charlie E & Minnie P Hendrix Foundation will be offering a series on Understanding Hypertension.

Part I – The series consist of understanding the importance of taking your blood pressure (BP). The importance of recording your BP. Understanding your BP Numbers. The importance of sharing those numbers with his/her primary care provider (PCP).

Part II – Health and nutrition, the importance of preparing healthy nutritious meals on a budget. Making the correct choices when grocery shopping. The advantages and the benefits of living a healthier lifestyle.

Part III- The significance of staying active.

Third Annual Giving Back to The Community

It’s once again that time to Give Back to the Community, that’s right. March kicked off our Third Annual Giving Back to The Community of Highland Park, Michigan. Our next event is June 19, 2022