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The African American Health Program (AAHP) is committed to eliminating health disparities and improving the number and quality of years of life for Black residents of Montgomery County, Maryland.

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Introducing DMeetings, an online comprehensive course on diabetes management.

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AAHP provides FREE and confidential HIV testing throughout Montgomery County. See our HIV testing schedule.

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AAHP's Maternal and Child Health focus area's S.M.I.L.E. program stands for Starts More Infants Living Equally healthy. Learn more about our FREE services for expecting mothers.

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AAHP News

AAHP Introduces DMeetings

April 2, 2018

AAHP is excited to offer DMeetings, an online comprehensive course on diabetes management that includes videos, discussions, and self-evaluations to help you reach your diabetes goals. Learn more and register on AAHP's website here.

Community Health News

April is National Minority Health Month

April 3, 2018

April is National Minority Health Month. This year’s theme, “Partnering for Health Equity” highlights the role partnerships play in advancing healthy equity and improving the health of minority populations. AAHP is excited to acknowledge its partners and celebrate our accomplishments towards eliminating health disparities and promoting the health and wellness of Black Montgomery County residents.

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The African American Health Program (AAHP) is committed to eliminating health disparities and improving the number and quality of years of life for Black residents of Montgomery County, Maryland. 

Maternal and Child Health

We provide education, counseling, support groups and case management to expecting mothers.

Diabetes/heart health

We provide education and counseling on prevention and management of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

CANCER

We provide cancer prevention, education, community outreach and referrals.

STI/HIV/AIDS

We provide free and confidential HIV testing and pre- and post-test counseling.

MENTAL HEALTH

We raise awareness and provide mental health education, screenings and referrals.

ORAL HEALTH

We provide educational materials at community outreach events focusing on oral health and disease prevention.

focus areas

AAHP provides information and services based on six major focus areas. AAHP is staffed by a wide range of health professionals including physicians, registered nurses, health educators, and community outreach personnel.

AAHP's Executive Coalition's next meeting will be held on Thursday, January 11 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at the Silver Spring Civic Building in the Spring Room.  The topic of discussion will be community collaboration.

AAHP's Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Classes at the Germantown Library will focus on cancer this January. On Tuesday, January 23, from 6 - 9 pm, the class will provide an overview of cancer and on Tuesday, January 30, from 6-9 pm, the class will focus on prostate, lung, and breast cancer.

For a complete listing of AAHP's October events, please see our October calendar.
See September Calendar

UPCOMING EVENTS

AAHP PSAs

PSA: Cross-Cutting Issues
PSA: AAHP Focus Areas
PSA: The S.M.I.L.E. Program
PSA: Diabetes
PSA: Men's Health

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No matter your age or health status, your health should be a priority. AAHP provides a wealth of resources and services to help any individual live a healthier life.

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African American Health Program
14015 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20904

(240) 777-1833
aahp@aahpmontgomerycounty.org

The African American Health Program is funded by the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services and implemented by McFarland & Associates, Inc.

McFarland & Associates, Inc. is a management and professional services firm committed to improving the well-being of diverse, underserved, and underrepresented populations.

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