The Southeast Diabetes Faith Initiative

10/03/2025

Everyone deserves the chance to understand their health, but many minority communities face extra challenges—like medical jargon, limited access to resources, or cultural barriers. These challenges can make it harder to manage conditions, ask the right questions, or get the care that’s needed.

💬 Health literacy is about more than reading—it’s about being able to find, understand, and use health information in ways that make sense for you and your family.

This month, let’s celebrate and support the power of knowledge + community by:
✨ Sharing information in clear, everyday language
✨ Respecting cultural values and traditions
✨ Connecting families with trusted local resources

Because when our communities have the tools to make informed choices, we all grow stronger and healthier together. 💪🏾💙

10/02/2025

Did you know that people of color often face greater challenges in understanding and navigating the health system? Language barriers, limited access to trusted resources, and cultural differences can make it harder to get the care and information needed to stay healthy.

💡 Health literacy means having the knowledge, confidence, and tools to make informed decisions about your health. When communities are empowered with clear, culturally relevant information, health outcomes improve for everyone.

This month, let’s work together to:
✔️ Share health information in plain language
✔️ Promote culturally inclusive resources
✔️ Build trust through community voices
✔️ Break down barriers to care

🧡 Health equity starts with health literacy. Let’s make sure ALL communities—especially minorities—have the information they need to thrive.

10/01/2025

Because it can be challenging to find a compatible health provider, choose health insurance coverage, or understand medical terms, organizations have been observing October as Health Literacy Month since 1999 to bring attention to the importance of making health information easy to understand and making the health care system easier to navigate. Why? Because when it comes to your health, you are your own best advocate. Watch Christina Cyphers video about medicines https://youtu.be/BmQwfh-VkUM

Because it can be challenging to find a compatible health provider, choose health insurance coverage, or understand medical terms, organizations have been observing October as Health Literacy Month since 1999 to bring attention to the importance of making health information easy to understand and making the health care system easier to navigate. Why? Because when it comes to your health, you are your own best advocate.

Watch Christina Cyphers' video about medicines https://youtu.be/BmQwfh-VkUM

By asking questions about her medicines, this young woman got the correct diagnosis and feels better than ever. Also can be viewed at http://www.ahrq.gov.ahr...

09/30/2025

PSA: Sickle cell is a rare disease, but it’s not an uncommon one. In fact, it’s the most common inherited blood disorder in the United States, and it affects everyone differently. To learn more about this condition, visit the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.: sicklecelldisease.org

09/29/2025

If you think someone might be considering su***de, be the one to help them by taking these 5 steps: Ask. Be There. Help Keep Them Safe. Help Them Connect. Follow Up. Learn more at: https://go.nih.gov/ZpZ0h0J

09/29/2025

: People of many ethnic backgrounds can have sickle cell disease. People with origins in Africa, the Middle East, Mediterranean countries, Central/South America, South Asia and beyond can all have sickle cell disease or trait! Visit the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc., to learn more about sickle cell: sicklecelldisease.org

09/26/2025

Su***de is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for su***de and how to get help can help save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about su***de. For more information, visit https://go.nih.gov/cw9p2vx

09/20/2025

Save the number, save a life. Add the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit https://go.nih.gov/hoMF6tt for more info.

09/12/2025

Need to Talk? People can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. No matter where you live in the United States, you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help. https://go.nih.gov/hoMF6tt

Learn about NIMH research on su***de. Find resources on warning signs of su***de, treatments and therapies, prevention, and finding help in crisis.

09/10/2025

DYK: 50.2 million American adults consider themselves in recovery? Recovery is REAL and starts in spaces that heal. Find people and places that support your goals at samhsa.gov/recovery

09/08/2025

Recovery strengthens the foundation for the home🏡, the heart 💝, and the hope 🌻we all need to keep going. Learn how for everyone samhsa.gov/recovery

09/07/2025

is a great time to prioritize care, connection, and healing. ❤️‍🩹Need help getting started? Go to ➡️ samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope