The Ghana Nurses Association Illinois (GNAI) closed out its 2026 “March Madness” health education series on Sunday, March 29, with another evening of exceptional community engagement and record attendance. More than 140 participants joined the session on Blood Clots, Stroke, and Medication Education, surpassing the organization’s Zoom capacity for the third consecutive week and prompting an immediate upgrade of the platform subscription from 100 to 300 participants.
The audience extended far beyond Illinois, with several participants logging in from Ghana, a testament to the program’s widening global footprint.
This month’s turnout marks one of the strongest community responses in GNAI’s history. Earlier sessions on Hypertension Management (March 15) and Hyperlipidemia Management (March 22) also reached maximum capacity, underscoring the growing demand for culturally relevant, accessible health education within the Ghanaian and broader African diaspora community in Chicago.
Sunday’s session was delivered in both English and Akan to ensure inclusivity and deeper understanding. Nurse Practitioners Vera Appiah‑Dankwah and Josephine Darko, together with Pharmacist Dr. Richard Nimako Gyasi, led the teaching and answered questions from attendees. Their presentations focused on early detection, prevention, medication safety, and emergency response; topics of urgent relevance given the rising incidence of cardiovascular conditions in African communities.
GNAI President Laura Cynthia Boakye expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support, noting that the success of the series reflects the community’s commitment to learning and preventive health. “Great work, GNAI. Supporting the community is our strength. Our last March Madness series was a success, thanks to your dedicated effort and resources. With your support, we welcomed over 140 attendees for blood clot and stroke education,” she said. She also acknowledged the technical limitations experienced during the sessions and confirmed that the association has upgraded its Zoom subscription to accommodate larger audiences going forward.
In addition to the educational series, GNAI shared an important update from Dr. Eunice Cromwell regarding the services of the Ghanaian Community Health Clinic (GCHC). The clinic continues to provide both Telehealth and in‑person appointments, offering convenient access to medical consultations, follow‑up care, test results, and general health guidance. The clinic, located at 4332 N. Kedzie Avenue in Chicago, can be reached at 312‑685‑1890 or gchclinic@gmail.com.
GNAI executives encouraged community members to share this information widely so more families can benefit from the clinic’s services. The association will announce details of its next educational event in the coming days.
Ghana Nurses Association Illinois Draws Record Crowds as March Health Series Surges Beyond Capacity; Next Session on Diabetes Set for April 19.
With three consecutive weeks of full attendance and growing community engagement, GNAI’s March health series has reaffirmed the organization’s role as a trusted leader in health education, advocacy, and culturally grounded care for the Ghanaian community in Chicago and its surrounding areas.
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