Harlem Health Initiative
Thank you for following along as we shared lupus information and resources with the Harlem community and beyond. 💜
We are grateful to the Lupus Foundation of America, our community partners, and everyone who supported these efforts by sharing, watching, engaging, and learning with us.
We appreciate your support in helping bring greater attention to lupus, the importance of early recognition and care, and the experiences of people living with lupus.
🔗Learn more about lupus by visiting befiercetakecontrol.org
07/14/2026
Talking about cannabis starts with trusted information. Get prepared before the conversation begins. To get the conversation started, visit cannabishonestly.org.
07/13/2026
July is Chronic Disease Month, an important time to recognize the widespread impact of chronic conditions on individuals, families, and communities.
According to the New York State Department of Health, over 40% of New York adults have been diagnosed with a chronic disease, such as heart disease, cancer, asthma, or diabetes. Health looks different for everyone, and having the right support makes all the difference.
Chronic conditions impact every part of daily life, from physical and emotional health to social well-being. Seeking support, whether by reaching out to health programs or building steady self-care routines, is an important step to take control of your health.
🔗To learn more about chronic disease resources, visit nyc.gov/site/doh/health/neighborhood-health/community-support-network.page
07/06/2026
What is Medical Cannabis? 🌱
Continuing our Cannabis Equity Defined series, medical cannabis is the approved use, consumption, or home cultivation of cannabis plants and products to ease symptoms of qualifying health conditions.
To get started, talk to a healthcare provider to see if medical cannabis is right for you. Under the NYS program, providers can approve patients for any condition they deem suitable, including chronic pain, mental health conditions, inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, autism, epilepsy, and more.
Once certified, you will receive a registry ID that you can use immediately with a government photo ID to buy products at a licensed medical dispensary.
Visit cannabis.ny.gov/patients to learn more about the NYS Office of Cannabis Management’s Medical Cannabis Program.
Spotting the early signs of diabetes can make a major difference in your long-term health. Dr. Alyson K. Myers, an endocrinologist and Associate Chair of Faculty Mentoring and Community Engagement at Montefiore Einstein, shares the common symptoms to watch out for and explains the simple tests used to check for diabetes.
Stay tuned for more insights from Dr. Alyson K. Myers in part 8.
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