Ochsner Health, with Johnson and Johnson and The Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, to Host the 5th Annual Men’s Health Event

NEW ORLEANS – Ochsner Health will host the 5th annual Men’s Health Event at the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club headquarters on 732 N. Broad St. on Saturday, May 30, 2026. This marks the fifth consecutive year for this no cost event, which emphasizes men’s health and wellness.

Presented by Ochsner, Johnson and Johnson, with community partner The Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, the Men’s Health Event advances a core mission to improve healthcare access and healthy outcomes.

“Zulu is pleased to again be a partner with Ochsner Health to benefit men from all walks of life. Access to healthcare for families and especially the men of the family is a priority of our organization,” said Oscar Rainey, president of Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club. “The hope is that our community will take advantage of this important and comprehensive health opportunity." 

Ochsner, Johnson and Johnson are pleased to present these services:

• Blood Pressure, Glucose, Cholesterol, and BMI Screenings

• Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center – prostate (PSA) screening and lung and colorectal cancer education

• Johnson and Johnson – prostate cancer education

• Ochsner Health Mobile Blood Bank

• Ochsner Neuroscience Institute – brain health survey and education

• Positive Headspace – Mental Health & Wellness Services

“Our community partner, the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, has significant impact on its community, said Yvens Laborde, MD, chief community medical officer for Ochsner Health. "At Ochsner, we firmly believe that the community is the fourth pillar in healthcare, and this powerful partnership with the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club brings that to life by bringing Ochsner's clinical excellence and education directly to the communities we serve. Working together, we will help build a healthier Louisiana."

The men’s health event will include a discussion - The Connection – Brain, Heart and Prostate Health moderated by Tonia Moore, Ph.D., assistant vice-president, community and public affairs, Ochsner Health. The panel will include, Yvens Laborde, MD, chief community medical officer, Ochsner Health; William Bennett, MD, cardiologist, Ochsner Health;  Bridget Bagert, MD, director of the Multiple Sclerosis Center, Ochsner  Neuroscience Institute and  Gregory Lacy, II, MD, urologist, Health and Wellness Committee Member, Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club.

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