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A Day of Health, Hope & Community! ✨

The National Medical Association (NMA) was proud to support today’s Community Health Fair and Stop the Bleed at Apostolic Faith Church in Chicago!

From free health screenings to family-friendly fun, and incredible resources from dedicated healthcare partners, the event brought together neighbors, caregivers, and changemakers for a powerful afternoon of wellness.

Swipe through to see some highlights from the day!
#NMA #CommunityHealth #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #ChicagoEvents #HealthFair #BlackDoctorsMatter #WellnessForAll #WalkAMileWithAChild #NMAChicago25

📣 Chicago – You're Invited!

The National Medical Association (NMA) is bringing its 123rd Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly to Chicago, July 19–23, 2025, at the Hilton Chicago!

But first, join us for the Community Health Fair and Stop the Bleed hosted by the Cook County Physicians Association (CCPA) on Friday, July 18 | 1–4 PM at Apostolic Faith Church (3823 S. Indiana Ave.)!

✨ FREE Health Screenings
✨ Family-Friendly Activities & Giveaways
✨ Wellness Resources & CPR/“Stop the Bleed” Workshops
✨ American Red Cross Blood Drive
✨ Gun Safety & Gun Lock Distribution
✨ Press Conference at 2:30 PM on Black Health & Ending Community Violence

Let’s unite for health, hope & healing in Chicago!

#NMA2025 #BlackHealthMatters #CCPAChicago #CommunityWellness #GunSafety #HealthEquity #StopTheBleed #ChicagoEvents #NMAConvention #HealthcareJustice

Please join us on Sunday, July 20th at 11:30 am for the 2025 Annual Muriel Petioni, MD Awards Luncheon hosted by the Council on Concerns on Women Physicians (CCWP). Our speaker this year will be @jotakaeaddy from #WinwithBlackWomen. The theme for the Luncheon is "Sisterhood on the Frontlines of Health". We will also honor the trailblazing women who lead the way in health, advocacy, and community impact. You do not have to be registered for the convention to attend.

We would like to thank our Paton level sponsor, @blackgirlvitamins, for their support of Black Women Physicians and diversifying the face of medicine through support of our Pathways Promotion for Success Initiative. See you in Chicago!

#NMAChicago25 #NMAConvention #Chicago #CCWP

🛑 Gun Violence Is a Public Health Crisis — Let’s Talk Solutions 🛑

Join us for the Edward C. Mazique, M.D. Symposium at #NMAChicago25: Overcoming Urban Community Gun Violence: Where Do We Go from Here? The Blueprint: For Us, By Us!

🗓 Saturday, July 19, 2025
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Hilton Chicago

This must-attend session brings together physicians, policymakers, activists, and community leaders to address the root causes of gun violence and map out a plan for real, sustainable change.

Topics include:
Legislative reform
Community-based intervention
Firearm safety
Ethical implementation strategies

Your voice matters in this movement. Be informed. Be empowered. Be there.

🔗 Not registered for convention, register today at: www.nmanet.org/2025convention

#NMA2025 #GunViolenceIsPublicHealth #UrbanHealth #TheBlueprint #ForUsByUs #NMAChicago25

The National Medical Association presents: Dr. Nelson Adams’ Walk A Mile With A Child

🗓 Saturday, July 19
📍 Hilton Chicago – Grand Ballroom, Level 2
🕖 7:00–8:00 AM Registration
🚶🏾‍♀️ 8:00–9:00 AM Walk through the streets of Chicago
🧪 9:00 AM–12:00 PM STEM Health Fair

This powerful community event brings together Black doctors, families, and youth to promote physical activity, healthy lifestyles, and inspire the next generation through fun and interactive STEM and fitness activities.

Let’s walk, uplift, and make an impact—together.

#WalkAMileWithAChild #BlackHealthMatters #NMA2025 #CommunityHealth #STEM4Youth #NMAChicago25