Founded in 2004, the African American Male Wellness Walk is the largest health and wellness event of its kind in Central Ohio. The event has grown to include a Golf Tournament, Wellness Conversations and statewide participation.

Among the highlights of the Walk / Run event are free screenings offered, which have had a dramatic impact o the health status of African American men. The Walk was founded in response to a health crisis in Columbus and throughout the nation - Black men dying earlier, from preventable illnesses than any ethnic group.

The 9th African American Male Wellness Walk / Run will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2013. at Livingston Park, adjacent to Nationwide Children's Hospital. Free screenings begin at 7:00 a.m. The 5 mile Walk / Run starts at 9:00 a.m. To learn more call 614-754-7511.    

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