Jackson African American Male Wellness Walk
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Past event
10:00 AM CDT
Jackson, Mississippi
Free · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of health and community at the 3rd Annual Jackson African American Male Wellness Walk on Saturday, April 6th, 2024, in Jackson, Hinds. This exciting event features a 5k walk and run, designed to raise awareness about the importance of preventive health measures for Black men. Since its inception in 2004, the National African American Male Wellness Walk has spread to over 16 cities, drawing in over 100,000 attendees each year.
Participants will not only enjoy a refreshing walk but also have access to essential health screenings, including tests for blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, HIV, STD/STI, and prostate cancer. These screenings are crucial for men who may not see a doctor regularly, empowering them to take charge of their health. The 5k will kick off in front of the Russell C. Davis Planetarium at 201 E. Pascagoula St., with convenient parking available nearby. This is a fantastic opportunity for men, women, and children to come together, promote wellness, and support one another in living healthier lives. Don’t miss out—join us and help spread the message: know your numbers, get moving, and visit the doctor annually!
Participants will not only enjoy a refreshing walk but also have access to essential health screenings, including tests for blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, HIV, STD/STI, and prostate cancer. These screenings are crucial for men who may not see a doctor regularly, empowering them to take charge of their health. The 5k will kick off in front of the Russell C. Davis Planetarium at 201 E. Pascagoula St., with convenient parking available nearby. This is a fantastic opportunity for men, women, and children to come together, promote wellness, and support one another in living healthier lives. Don’t miss out—join us and help spread the message: know your numbers, get moving, and visit the doctor annually!
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Please join us for the 3rd annual Jackson African American Male Wellness Walk
Established in 2004 and having a presence in more than 16 cities, the National African American Male Wellness Walk (NAAMWW) provides a 5k walk and run as an awareness campaign addressing the need for black men to live longer from preventable diseases.
The heartbeat of each walk initiative are the health screenings where we screen for blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, HIV, STD/STI and prostate cancer for men who may not be seeing the doctor regularly. We help men understand that through prevention they can live longer. Our mantra is for them to know their numbers, get moving and visit the doctor annually.
The NAAMWW is attended by over 100,000 people annually made up of men, women and children.
All are able to participate in the walk and health screenings for free.
The 5k will start and finish in front of the Russell C Davis Planetarium at 201 E. Pascagoula St. Parking is available in the lots in front of the Convention Center and near the Planetarium.
Hope to see you there!
Established in 2004 and having a presence in more than 16 cities, the National African American Male Wellness Walk (NAAMWW) provides a 5k walk and run as an awareness campaign addressing the need for black men to live longer from preventable diseases.
The heartbeat of each walk initiative are the health screenings where we screen for blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, HIV, STD/STI and prostate cancer for men who may not be seeing the doctor regularly. We help men understand that through prevention they can live longer. Our mantra is for them to know their numbers, get moving and visit the doctor annually.
The NAAMWW is attended by over 100,000 people annually made up of men, women and children.
All are able to participate in the walk and health screenings for free.
The 5k will start and finish in front of the Russell C Davis Planetarium at 201 E. Pascagoula St. Parking is available in the lots in front of the Convention Center and near the Planetarium.
Hope to see you there!
Location
201 E. Pascagoula St, Jackson, 39201, MS, United States
Jackson African American Male Wellness Walk
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