Newark Heart Health Summit: Free Screenings, CPR Training, Resource Fair

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The NAACP Newark, in partnership with the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association’s (HCMA) All Hearts Collaborative, is proud to announce the Newark Heart Health Summit on April 18, 2026, at Metropolitan Baptist Church.

This free event offers families, faith leaders, and health experts the opportunity to connect and gain valuable knowledge about heart health. Attendees will receive tools, clinical insights, and screenings to fight heart disease and foster long-term health equity in the community.

The summit features a panel of national health leaders who will address the unique challenges facing members of the Newark community.

Attendees can participate in hands-on Life Skills CPR & AED training, receive free heart health screenings, and explore a Nutrition & Wellness Resource Fair. A complimentary light lunch will be provided, followed by raffles and giveaways. Sign up here.

Event Details

• What: Newark Heart Health Summit
• When: April 18, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Where: Metropolitan Baptist Church, 149 Springfield Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
• Admission: Free to the public. Sign up here.

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