Keynote address by Dr. B. Lee Green of Moffitt’s Green Lab, free health screenings, panel discussions, and more
(St. Petersburg, Fla.) – The Minority Health Coalition of Pinellas is partnering with the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg and others to improve community health with a full day of vital programming, free health screenings, and more. Join us for our community’s 20th African American Health Forum, happening on Saturday, April 18th, from 10 AM – 2 PM at the Foundation’s Center for Health Equity.
While our community health rankings have climbed in recent years, significant racial and geographic disparities remain across a variety of areas including heart disease, diabetes, liver cancer, and more. The African American Health Forum seeks to battle disparities and improve community health by offering educational panel discussions on chronic disease, maternal-fetal health, mental wellness, and more; screenings in the areas of blood pressure, glucose, glaucoma, skin cancer, cholesterol, and vision; and the opportunity to connect with local health care providers of color.
“We hope people gain an understanding of the routine screenings they need for the early detection of disease, build connections with local doctors, and more,” said Dr. Kenneth Bryant, who helped organize the first African American Health Forum more than 20 years ago.
Dr. B. Lee Green of the Moffitt Cancer Center’s Green Lab will deliver this year’s James Maxie Ponder M.D. Keynote Address. Dr. Green is a nationally respected researcher and thought leader in cancer health disparities. He currently serves as a Senior Member in the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior at Moffitt Cancer Center, where he leads initiatives that address cancer disparities and improve participation among underserved populations in clinical and research studies. He also serves as a Senior Advisor to the Cancer Center Director.
“Creating opportunities for our community to come together to improve health is critical work, and we’re proud to be a part of it,” said Foundation President and CEO Dr. Kanika Tomalin. “We’re grateful for the healthcare providers and partners that make this day possible and look forward to all of the ways we’ll continue to improve our community’s health together in the years ahead.”
The Details:
Date: April 18th
Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
Location: Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg’s Center for Health Equity, 2333 34th St. S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Registration link + more info: https://www.meetatthecenter.org/healthforum2026
Other Partner Organizations/Sponsors: The Links Inc.; Evara Health; Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital; Florida Department of Health, Pinellas County; Pinellas County Urban League; Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity; Florida A&M University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences – Institute of Public Health
More on Dr. B. Lee Green: With a career spanning more than two and a half decades, Dr. Green has helped secure over $30 million in research funding as principal investigator, co-principal investigator, or investigator. His scholarship has produced more than 100 peer-reviewed publications, and his voice has shaped national policy, most notably through his service on the Tuskegee Syphilis Study Legacy Committee, which led to his invitation to the White House for a formal governmental apology.
About the Minority Health Coalition of Pinellas
Since inception, the Minority Health Coalition of Pinellas has engaged in various initiatives that have significantly impacted the communities they serve. From health fairs and workshops to policy advocacy and community partnerships, their efforts have been recognized at both local and statewide levels. Through their programs, they have provided critical health screenings, educational resources, and support services that have improved the quality of life for many. They remain committed to advancing health equity for all minority groups in Pinellas County.
Since inception, the Minority Health Coalition of Pinellas has engaged in various initiatives that have significantly impacted the communities they serve. From health fairs and workshops to policy advocacy and community partnerships, their efforts have been recognized at both local and statewide levels. Through their programs, they have provided critical health screenings, educational resources, and support services that have improved the quality of life for many. They remain committed to advancing health equity for all minority groups in Pinellas County.
About the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg
The Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg is a private foundation formed in 2013 following the sale of the nonprofit Bayfront Health St. Petersburg. As the steward of an endowment to support health equity in Pinellas County, the Foundation leads, funds, advocates, and partners to create a community in which all people can lead healthy lives. The Foundation advances racially equitable health outcomes by improving the systems and conditions that shape them. It opened its Center for Health Equity in 2019. To learn more, visit https://healthystpete.foundation/
The Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg is a private foundation formed in 2013 following the sale of the nonprofit Bayfront Health St. Petersburg. As the steward of an endowment to support health equity in Pinellas County, the Foundation leads, funds, advocates, and partners to create a community in which all people can lead healthy lives. The Foundation advances racially equitable health outcomes by improving the systems and conditions that shape them. It opened its Center for Health Equity in 2019. To learn more, visit https://healthystpete.foundation/
