Birmingham Black Nurses Association Inc.

11/04/2026

During the month of November, the Birmingham Black Nurses Association Inc. Brain Health and Wellness Committee is raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and supporting the millions living with it and those who care for them.

We want you to:

🧠 Know the signs and symptoms
💜 Understand the risk factors
🫂Support caregivers
🔬 Explore opportunities to participate in research

Together, we can spread awareness, inspire hope, and champion brain health!

11/04/2026

The Birmingham Black Nurses Association Inc. is proudly exercising our right to VOTE in the midterm elections! As nurses, advocates, and community leaders, we recognize the importance of civic responsibility and making our voices heard at the polls.

Be informed. Be engaged. Be empowered!

✅ YOUR VOICE MATTERS!
✅ YOUR VOTE MATTERS!
✅ VOTE TODAY! 🗳️

11/03/2026

It’s Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and I’m here at Southern Research to highlight the latest advances in pancreatic cancer prevention and treatment.

When it comes to the fight against cancer, we are fortunate to have some of the brightest minds right here in Alabama.

Together let’s turn awareness into action, and action into a cure!

10/27/2026

The Birmingham Black Nurses Association Inc. had an amazing time at the Magic City Praise Fest on October 25, 2026, sponsored by Alabama State Representative Patrick L. Sellers.

BBNA was proud to educate and empower our community on the importance of knowing and understanding your numbers! ❤️

10/24/2026

Congratulations to DrMarcia Lowe, NBNA First Vice-President/BBNA Member and Dr. Theresa Rodgers, President of the Birmingham Black Nurses Association Inc., on being recognized by the Birmingham Business Journal for the 2026 Leadership in Healthcare Award. The event will take place on November 12th at the Harbert Center.

🏆 Celebrating Excellence in Birmingham's Health Care Community!
Behind every advancement in health care are the leaders, innovators and organizations making a difference.

Join the Birmingham Business Journal on November 12 for Future of Health Care presented by Baptist Health, as we recognize this year's Leadership in Health Care Award honorees for their outstanding contributions to our region.

🌟 2026 Individual Honorees
• Ashley Lovingood | UAB Medicine– UAB O'Neal Cancer Center
• Scott Jones | Evonik Corporation Birmingham Laboratories
• Kathryn Ely | Empower Counseling & Coaching
• Dr. Marcia A. Lowe | Birmingham VA Health Care System
• Jacqueline Garonzik Wang | UAB Department of Surgery
• Kierstin Kennedy | UAB Hospital
• Jim McLane | NaphCare, Inc.
• Ronald Orso | Birmingham Obstetrics Gynecology, P.C.

🌟 2026 Organization Honorees
• Cahaba Valley Health Care
• Birmingham Black Nurses Association, Inc.
• Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center

📅 Thursday, November 12
📍 The Harbert Center | Birmingham
☕ Breakfast, Panel Discussion, Awards & Networking

🎟️ Get your tickets and view event details:
https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/event/172676/2026/future-of-health-care-presented-by-baptist-healthhashtag

10/23/2026

📌Save the Date!

Join the Birmingham Black Nurses Association Inc. for our inaugural Pop-Up Shop Scrub Drive: “From One Nurse to Another!” 🩺✨

This initiative aims to support future nurses, nursing students, and novice nurses by providing scrubs and essential supplies to help them succeed in their educational and professional journey.

The event will be held on November 14, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hoover Library.

Please be sure to register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRojz9ipnsNUA-5dDng_OhhhOQvIm_OVbEFyX7kyvr8Ymvcg/viewform

10/23/2026

✨️More highlights from the Alabama State Nurses Association (ASNA) Annual Leadership Summit on the campus of Auburn University.

10/22/2026

ASNA-District 3 and BBNA Members are looking good and representing at the Alabama State Nurses Association (ASNA) Annual Leadership Summit on the campus of Auburn University.

10/22/2026

With Survivors, Always 💜💜

The Birmingham Black Nurses Association Inc. stands with survivors, honoring their strength, courage, and resilience.

As nurses and community advocates, BBNA is committed to raising awareness, supporting survivors, and promoting safe spaces.

You are not alone. Help is available.

📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
📱 Text START to 88788