CHIN - Community Health Improvement Network

02/18/2026

Movement should feel good — not like punishment.

Walking, stretching, dancing, or playing with your kids all count. Find what you enjoy and make it part of your routine.

Healthy habits are easier to keep when they fit your life.

Please join our TMI/CHIN community forum to contribute to and stay up to date on our health, youth empowerment, cultural, and education initiatives. www.tmi.ms

We strive to "upbuild" communities ...Sonny's way!



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02/11/2026

02/11/2026

Another packed lunch & learn!! Many questions from the attendees, all answered in great detail!

Stay tuned for our next one. Join our website and subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all TMI/CHIN events. www.tmi.ms



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02/11/2026

It’s a beautiful day for a CHIN lunch & learn! Looking forward to seeing all our registrants! Drive safely.



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02/10/2026

Enjoy our latest blog post. Please support our efforts to keep you informed and provide the latest healthcare information by liking and following our page. Thank you!

Your health and healthcare matter ...to us.



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When we think about health, it’s easy to focus on individual choices like diet and exercise. But health is much bigger than that. It’s about the environment we live in, the support we receive, and the resources available to us. That’s why TMI's Community Health Improvement Network (CHIN) plays...

02/08/2026

Heart disease and stroke remain the leading causes of death in Mississippi — but awareness can save lives.

Join CHIN for a community conversation on recognizing risks, understanding symptoms, and taking steps toward prevention.



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02/03/2026

The CHIN/DFC will begin its Safety First program at Meridian High School (MHS) in the second week of February. We will teach two lessons per week for 5 weeks to the MHS boys' PE class.

Please support this initiative by "Liking" and "Following" our page.



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01/30/2026

Your heart works for you every single day — it deserves your attention.

In continued commitment to improving community health through education and prevention, the Community Health Improvement Network (CHIN), the health initiative of The Montgomery Institute, invites you to a Healthy Heart Awareness Lunch & Learn.



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01/26/2026

Your heart health matters!

Celebrate Heart Month by joining our CHIN Lunch & Learn with Dr. Eesha Khan, MD, a cardiologist with Ochsner Rush Health. She will guide you through essential strategies to keep your heart healthy and strong.

To register, call 601-483-2661. Or you can register online here: https://www.tmi.ms/event We look forward to seeing everyone!



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01/22/2026

This Heart Month, invest in your health with our CHIN Lunch & Learn! Mark your calendars for February 11, 2026, at NorthPark Church at noon. More information to follow.

Be sure to create your login on our site, www.tmi.ms, to stay updated on upcoming lunch & learns and other TMI events.



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01/19/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Dr. King reminded us that “Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health care is the most shocking and inhumane.”

At CHIN, we reflect on his words and recommit ourselves to the work of building healthier, more equitable communities—where access to care, education, and compassion is not a privilege, but a right for all.

On this day of remembrance and service, may we honor Dr. King’s legacy by caring for one another, lifting up underserved communities, and continuing the work toward justice, dignity, and good health for every person.



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01/15/2026

Good health isn’t just a January goal — it’s a year-round journey.

CHIN is committed to supporting our community with education, access, and opportunities to stay informed and empowered throughout the year.

Here’s to a year of healthier choices, stronger communities, and shared progress.



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