October: National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month – Time to Check In
By Rhenelle Mc Sween-Navarro, Health Program Specialist October isn’t just about pumpkins and costume, it’s also National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month, a reminder that mental health is just as vital as physical health. This month encourages everyone to pause, reflect, and check in with themselves and others. Why Screenings Matter Mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly one in five U.S. adults
Celebrating Pride Month: June and the LGBTQ+ Community
By Rhenelle Mc Sween-Navarro, Health Program Specialist June is a month of celebration, visibility, and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community. It's Pride Month, a time to honor the progress made toward equality, reflect on the struggles still faced, and show solidarity in the ongoing fight for human rights. Pride Month was first celebrated to mark the Stonewall Riots of June 1969 in New York City, an event that galvanized the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. Since then, Pride events, parades, and activism