Unidos Contra la Diabetes - RGV

10/16/2026

Happy Boss's Day to our CEO, Moises Arjona Jr., MS, CHWI 🎉

Thank you for your leadership, vision, and commitment to building a healthier Rio Grande Valley. Your dedication to bringing people and organizations together continues to move the mission of Unidos Contra La Diabetes forward.

Today, we celebrate you and the work you continue to lead in our community.

Happy Boss's Day, Moises!👏🏻

10/12/2026

Anyone who believes we can make a bigger impact when we work together is invited to join us at Unidos en Salud: Bridging Hearts & Health. 💙

Whether you're a:
✅ Healthcare Professional
✅ Community Health Worker/Promotor(a)
✅ Educator
✅ Nonprofit Leader
✅ Student
✅ Advocate
✅ Community Leader

This conference is for you!

Join us as we come together to learn, connect, and strengthen the health of our community.

📍 118 Paseo Del Prado, Edinburg, TX 78539
📅 Thursday, November 12

🎟️ Registration is now open! https://givebutter.com/c/unidos-en-saludheartsandhealth

A special thank you to Genentech for sponsoring this event and supporting community health initiatives.

10/02/2026

🌟 Calling All Community Organizations! 🌟

Exhibitor Registration is Still Open!

Join us for the Dia-BEAT-It Health Fair on November 10, 2026 and showcase your organization's programs and services to community members across the RGV.

We're seeking exhibitors to offer:
✅ Health Resources
✅ Screenings
✅ Educational Information
✅ Community Services

Interested in participating? Contact UCD Facilitator, Claire Garza at [email protected] for more information.

Let's work together to build a healthier community! 💙

10/02/2026

🎃🍂 Our October Newsletter Has Arrived! 🍂🎃

Fall into better health with this month's newsletter! 🍁✨

Inside, you'll find:
🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness & screening reminders
🎃 Healthy Halloween tips for the whole family
💙 Resources on diabetes prevention and mental health
🎙️ A brand-new episode of the Unidos Unplugged podcast
🧠 Mental health tips from the Hidalgo County Mental Health Coalition
📅 Upcoming community events you won't want to miss!

Stay informed, inspired, and connected as we work together to build healthier communities across the Rio Grande Valley.

📖 Check it out today and share with a friend! https://mailchi.mp/ucdrgv/unidos-contra-la-diabetes-october2026-newsletter-18110281

🍁💙🎃

Our conference is almost here, and registration is officially open! We have an incredible lineup of speakers, presenters, and community partners joining us this year. We are excited to bring everyone together for a day of learning, collaboration, and meaningful conversations around diabetes preventi...

09/29/2026

🌟 Meet the presenters behind Unidos en Salud: Bridging Hearts & Health!

Gain valuable insights, connect with experts, and earn CME & CEU credits.

📅 November 12, 2026
📍 DHR Conference Center, Edinburg

🎟️ Limited seating. Register now! 🔗 https://givebutter.com/c/unidos-en-saludheartsandhealth

09/29/2026

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🌟

Join us on Unidos Unplugged as Dr. Paulina Sosa-Quintanilla Founder, President and Executive Director of Latinx Voces shares the vision behind the VOCES Health Summit: Bridging Health & Culture 💙🌎

Learn how culture, community, and health come together to create healthier futures across South Texas and beyond. 🙌

📍 The VOCES Health Summit is returning to Brownsville, TX for THREE DAYS of collaboration, learning, and exploration on October 21-23, 2026! 👉 Register today: https://givebutter.com/c/voces-summit2026

🎧 Listen now: https://youtu.be/Une4d51fsXk

Bridging Health & Culture with Dr. Paulina Sosa | VOCES Health Summ...

09/25/2026

🥕HAPPENING NOW! FOOD DISTRIBUTION 🍎

Join us today until 1:00 P.M!

📍 Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium (1616 S. Raul Longoria Edinburg, TX 78542)

🛍️ 1,200 food bags available while supplies last!

Each bag may include:
🍎 Fruits & vegetables
🥫 Canned foods

We’ll also have:

📚 Resources for local food organizations
🥗 Nutritional recipes and helpful information

Don’t wait — come by today while supplies last! ❤️

09/15/2026

🥗 Looking for healthy meal ideas?
Join Cooking Well with Diabetes and gain the skills and confidence to create balanced meals at home! 🍎👩‍🍳

📅 Wednesdays: September 30 & October 7, 14, 21
🕚 11:00 a.m.
📍 Donna Public Library, 301 S. Main St.
📞 Call 956-464-2221 to register
✨ Offered in English and Spanish!