Saturday, February 21, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wards Recreational Center
Greenville, MS
Theme: Giving Heart Disease the Boot
The Community Health Fair will feature:
- Free PAD screenings
- Free blood pressure and cholesterol screenings
- Health education and prevention resources
- Free giveaways and special entertainment
Special Guest:
Dr. Foluso Fakorede, Interventional Cardiologist Cardiovascular Solutions of Central Mississippi With participation from: Dr. Cukelj, DPM Foot & Ankle Clinic at Cardiovascular Solutions
Hosted by:
Association of Black Cardiologists
Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
The City of Greenville
Message from the Pulpit
Sunday, February 22, 2026
9:45 AM – 11:00 AM CST
Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church
217 3rd Street
Greenville, MS
As part of the Spirit of the Heart Community Health Fair and Wellness Weekend, ABC will conclude the weekend with a Message from the Pulpit, reinforcing the vital role of faith-based leadership in advancing cardiovascular awareness, prevention, and equity.
ABC Local Host
Dr. Foluso Fakorede
Interventional Cardiologist
Cardiovascular Solutions of Central Mississippi & Fusion Vascular
Chair, Association of Black Cardiologists PAD Initiative
Moderator
Dr. Albert Mark Hines
Senior Pastor
Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church
This session will connect cardiovascular health, community engagement, and faith-based advocacy—encouraging sustained action to address preventable heart disease and disparities in care.
The ABC Cardiology Deserts Campaign is supported, in part, by Amgen, Novo Nordisk, Novartis, and AstraZeneca.
Join Us
This Spirit of the Heart weekend is free and open to the community. Residents, families, and community members are encouraged to attend and take advantage of screenings, education, and resources designed to support lifelong heart health.
About Spirit of the Heart
Launched in 2005, Spirit of the Heart (SOH) is the Association of Black Cardiologists’ signature community program, designed to address cardiovascular disease through education, prevention, and direct engagement at the community level.
Each SOH program is tailored to local needs and typically includes:
- A Community Health Fair with free screenings and education
- Engagement with trusted community and faith leaders
- Clear messaging that heart disease is preventable and that heart-healthy practices support longevity and quality of life
For more than 16 years, Spirit of the Heart has made a measurable impact in communities nationwide and has helped elevate cardiovascular health as a priority at both the local and policy levels.
Cardiology Deserts: Advancing Access Where Care Is LimitedMany communities across the U.S. lack consistent access to cardiologists and cardiovascular services—conditions known as cardiology deserts. These gaps contribute to delayed diagnoses, preventable complications, and widening health inequities. Through its Cardiology Deserts Campaign, the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) is advancing solutions that expand access to evidence-based care, strengthen prevention, and connect communities to life-saving cardiovascular services. Learn more about ABC’s Cardiology Deserts Campaign and how we’re working to close the gap. Campaign supported, in part, by Amgen, Novo Nordisk, Novartis, and AstraZeneca. |
