Health Within Reach Screening
PNAO partners with Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center in providing health screens for the uninsured and underserved.
AAPI Health Fair
In the commitment of serving Cleveland’s Asian American Pacific Islander community, the Asian Pacific American medical Student Association (APAMSA) at CWRU School of Medicine, Cleveland Asiatown and PNAO have partnered to put on the AAPI Health Fair in Cleveland Asiatown. PNAO will be on site to perform glucose/cholesterol screenings, hands on CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED) training.
Alzheimer's Walk
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
While there is no fee to register for Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment and, ultimately, a cure.
Entry at 7:30 a.m.
Ceremony at 8:45 a.m.
Walk at 9:00 a.m.
Register here: https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2023/OH-ClevelandArea?pg=entry&fr_id=16768
Multicultural Women's Health Fair & Empowerment Expo
Celebrating women from every background and stage of life and empower them to be advocates for their own health and wellbeing! Connect with MetroHealth’s womens’ health experts and receive free health screenings (blood pressure, body mass index, cholesterol, complete blood count, hemoglobin A1c for diabetes, hepatitis B&C, pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections and sickle cell). Find the PNAO table for health screens as well as introduction to hands on CPR and how to use automated external defibrillator.
MetroHealth is pleased to provide round-trip transportation to the Huntington Convention Center from MetroHealth Main Campus and MetroHealth Cleveland Heights Medical Center. Please call 216-778-7066 to request.
Register for the Fair/Expo for FREE online (at the link below) or call 216-957-3862.
CLE Community Resource Fair
Celebrate National Voter Registration Day at Asia Plaza’s Community Resource Fair. Take the opportunity to register to vote, update voter registration, pick up #VoteReady swag, boba and buns while supplies last. Find the PNAO table for your free health screen.
Featured exhibitors:
-Philippine Nurses Association of Ohio (PNAO)
-Educational Opportunity Center at Cuyahoga Community College
-Office of Councilwoman Stephanie D. Howse (Ward 7)
-Ohio State Highway Patrol
-City of Cleveland/Public Safety Recruitment Team
-Neighborhood Leadership Institute
-CAIR Ohio
-Asiatown Cleveland
-OCA Greater Cleveland / Asia Pacific American Advocates
-Asia Services in Action (ASIA)
-OhioGuidestone
-Ohio Sew Powerful, Inc
-Cuyahoga County Department of Sustainability
PNAO 31st Anniversary Celebration!
Wish PNAO happy birthday at an educational dinner at Cleveland’s hottest new restaurant (Cordelia’s). Dinner sponsored by Inspire Sleep Apnea Innovation. RSVP required. Business casual attire. Update: guest list now closed
One World Day
Join us for the 77th annual One World Day in the Cultural Gardens which will include the debut of the Philippines Garden! This festive event celebrates Cleveland’s diverse cultures and includes a naturalization ceremony for new citizens, the colorful Parade of Flags, and ethnic food, music and dance in each of our many Gardens. It’s a family friendly, and free event plus check out a special folk dance performance by PNAO!
Multicultural Women's Health Fair & Empowerment Expo
Join PNAO at the Inaugural Multicultural Women’s Health Fair & Expo to celebrate women from every background and stage of life.
With music, educational booths and breakout health sessions, the Multicultural Women’s Fair & Expo will be a joyful event for women who rarely take the time for themselves to focus on their health and embrace wellness.
-View a screening of the groundbreaking documentary “Below the Belt”, exposing societal taboos and inequities in women’s health
-Connect with MetroHealth women’s health experts and receive free health screenings including: blood pressure, body mass index, cholesterol, complete blood count, diabetes (A1c%), hepatitis B & C, pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, sickle cell
-Learn to better navigate the health processes to get the care you need and deserve.
St. Paul AME Health Fair
PNAO joins the St. Paul AME Health fair sponsored by St. Paul Health Ministry and Neighborhood Family Practice for an afternoon of health empowerment
44th PNAA National Convention and Cruise (7-night Western Caribbean & Coco Cay Round-trip Port Canaveral, Florida
Register today at https://www.mypnaaconference.org/44thpnaa
Port Canaveral Florida, Coco Cay Bahamas, Cozumel, Roatan, Puerto Costa Maya
APPO Medical Mission
Association of Philippine-American Physicians in Ohio (APPO) is back from a temporary hiatus due to COVID and is planning a medical mission and non-medical humanitarian project with their partner Gawad Kalinga! Physicians, NPs, dentists, podiatrists and nurses are being called to provide services in an adult and pediatric medical clinic. They will also be providing minor surgeries with local anesthesia only. For the humanitarian projects, Mission participants will be working with Gawad Kalinga and the City of Talisay to help 140 families displaced by natural disasters.
Location: Talisay, Philippines (Province Batangas) ~ 2 hours drive from the city of Manila
NOTE: Several forms needed to apply for temporary licensing through the Philippine Medical Association. Interested parties can email the Mission Coordinator Jessica Strasburg, MD at strasbj@gmail.com.
NCR Retreat
The 10 chapters that comprise the Philippine Nurses Association of America’s North Central Region gather together in this two day getaway for networking, relaxation and team building exercises. This leadership retreat is designed to help chapter leaders find the clarity, skills and tools to move forward.
Hands on CPR training
In collaboration with American Heart Association, PNAO provides hands on CPR training
CLE Pride Festival
CLE Pride festival returns! Find the PNAO table and show your pride at this amazing celebration of unity and acceptance in the CLE.
Location: Downtown CLE’s historic Malls B & C
PNAO Health Screen
Look for the PNAO table at the Cleveland Asian Festival for health education and screening.
Community hypertension education
PNAO provides community education and health screening pertaining to hypertension.
Homeless Standown
A one-day event providing essential goods and services to those experiencing homelessness in our community.
Stand Down is a military term for a secure base camp where battle-weary soldiers were provided with beds, showers, clean clothes, warm meals, medical care, and letters from home.
Today, the Homeless Stand Down provides people experiencing homelessness, many of whom are veterans, with necessary resources, respite from the elements, and reconnection to the community.
Find the PNAO table where hands on CPR will be taught as well as education and screening for hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol.
NCR Convention
20th PNAA North Central Region Conference to be held in Indianapolis, IN at Weston Hotel
MFAS Summit 2023
Midwest Filipino American Summit (MFAS) 2023. Join hundreds of college students coming from across the region to learn more about Filipino culture and to celebrate our heritage. This year, MFAS proudly presents the theme, Piniling Pamilya or Chosen Family. This highlights and celebrates the genuine, welcoming environment that the Filipinx community has established in the United States.
Filipino Americans are at an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. PNAO will be leading workshop session 3 entitled “Healthy Lifestyle with PNAO” which starts at 3:05pm. Join us for a discussion on healthy living and learn hands on CPR and use of automated external defibrillator.
Location: The Ohio State University, Enarson 222
World Premier of Nurse Unseen
Nurse Unseen is a feature-length documentary directed by Michele Josue that explores the little-known history and humanity of the unsung Filipino nurses risking their lives on the frontlines of a pandemic, thousands of miles from home. The film unearths the colonial ties between the Philippines and the United States that have led to Filipino-American nurses becoming the unknown backbone of the United States health industry. Join us for the world premier of Nurse Unseen at the renowned Cleveland International Film Festival.
PNAO lunch & learn. Topic: Diabetes
PNAO visits Gateway Pointe Apartments to provide education on diabetes.
PNAO monthly meeting
PNAO monthly meeting. Education update by Yvette Muscatello (topic: psych health).
CLE City Hall Lunch & Learn
In collaboration with American Heart Association, PNAO provides education on heart health to Cleveland City Hall employees
CLE City Hall Health Fair
Join PNAO as one of many health and wellness vendors to provide information for a healthier you!
PNAO Induction Ceremony
Join the PNAO family to induct incoming executive board for 2022-2024. Enjoy a Valentine themed evening of performance, food and dance!
Location: Philippine-American Cultural Center 1975 W. Ridgewood Dr, Parma OH 44134
2023 Go Red for Women!
United by the passion to end heart disease and stroke in women, tens of thousands of women gather for Go Red for Women luncheons across the country each year.
Each luncheon is a unique event led by local leaders to meet the needs of that community. Featuring inspiration, education and community among women, the Go Red for Women luncheon is a powerful and moving experience.
Whether you’re a survivor, donor, volunteer or guest of a friend or your company, attending a Go Red for Women luncheon will not only be fun and fulfilling, it just might be the one lunch that saves your life or the life of someone you love.
Dress Code: Red Attire or Business Casual
RSVP by Friday 1/20/23 at https://new.event.gives/goredcle
For more information, visit www.heart.org/clevelandgored or contact Julie.Gotschall@heart.org
PNAO monthly meeting
Featuring kamayan
Education corner: Bone marrow and peripheral blood stem cell transplant for blood cancers
Finalize Induction ceremony/Valentine’s day celebration
PNAA 6th International Collaborative Conference 2023
Moving Forward with Innovations, Opportunities, and Successes
US attendees Full Conference Fee is $330
Registration: http://www.mypnaafoundation.org
Registration deadline: 12/15/22
Location: Vigan Plaza Hotel in Vigan, Ilocos Sur
For further information contact Catherine Rubio at catherinerubio91@gmail.com