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In October, we are also breaking the silence. Domestic violence isn’t always physical. It can look like coercive control, emotional or financial abuse, and isolation. Our latest post explores the signs that are often missed, why leaving can feel impossible, and how to respond with care when someone discloses. Because every woman deserves safety, and no one should carry this alone. If you or someone you love needs support, call 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788.

This October, we’re turning awareness into action. Our latest post spotlights Maryland’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, which offers free screenings, follow-up testing, and patient navigation for eligible women who are uninsured or underinsured. Learn who qualifies, what’s covered, and how to take the first step. Because early detection saves lives, and cost should never stand between a woman and her care.

This September, we're looking past the automatic "I'm fine" to make room for honest conversations. Our latest post explores the quiet warning signs of distress, simple steps anyone can take to help someone who may be thinking about suicide, and how faith and professional care can work together. Plus, crisis and faith-sensitive resources. Because sometimes what matters most isn't the perfect words. It's knowing no one has to carry it alone.

Preparing children for school is about more than what goes into their backpacks. As families settle into the 2026–2027 school year, The Aafiyah Project shares practical ways to support children's sleep, emotional well-being, preventive care, and daily routines, along with local resources for families feeling the financial strain of back-to-school season. Because being ready to learn means being healthy, rested, supported, and connected.

When Prince George's County issued extreme heat advisories this July, it was a reminder that summer heat can be a serious health risk. Learn who is most vulnerable, how to recognize the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and simple steps to stay safe. We also explore why staying cool isn't equally easy for everyone, and why one of the best heat-safety strategies costs nothing: checking on one another.