Annual 'Know Your Numbers' Walkathon to promote preventive health screenings

The community event aims to raise funds for free health services and encourage Indiana residents to understand key health metrics.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 2:56am

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A vibrant, minimalist illustration depicting a person walking, with glowing neon icons representing various health metrics surrounding the figure, conveying the concept of promoting preventive care and personal health awareness.The 'Know Your Numbers' Walkathon aims to make preventive health screenings more accessible and encourage community members to take an active role in managing their well-being.Indianapolis Today

The 'Know Your Numbers' Walkathon, a collaboration between A Radiance Wellness and the Live Longer in Lawrence Health Fair, is scheduled for April 18, 2026 in Indianapolis. The walkathon raises funds for free health screenings and services to promote preventive care in the community, with a focus on encouraging residents to complete annual checkups and understand key health indicators like A1C and blood pressure.

Why it matters

Preventive health screenings are crucial for detecting issues early and managing chronic conditions, but many people neglect to get regular checkups. This walkathon aims to make health services more accessible and raise awareness about the importance of 'knowing your numbers' to take proactive steps for better long-term health.

The details

The walkathon, which starts at 2 p.m. at Community Park, will feature vendors, activities like kickball, and help connect participants with no-cost lab services. Shaleea Mason, a family nurse practitioner and owner of A Radiance Wellness, said the goal is to encourage Indiana residents to complete annual screenings, understand their lab results, and develop personalized health plans. Radiance Wellness offers primary care, chronic disease management, and alternative payment options to improve access to preventive services.

  • The 'Know Your Numbers' Walkathon is scheduled for April 18, 2026.
  • Registration for the walkathon is open until 1 p.m. on April 18, 2026.

The players

A Radiance Wellness

A primary care clinic that provides services including chronic disease management and community health programs, and offers alternative payment options to improve access to preventive care.

Live Longer in Lawrence Health Fair

A community health fair organized by the city of Lawrence that will partner with the 'Know Your Numbers' Walkathon to provide health screenings and connect participants with no-cost lab services.

Shaleea Mason

A family nurse practitioner and the owner of A Radiance Wellness, who launched the 'Know Your Numbers' Walkathon to encourage Indiana residents to complete annual health screenings and understand key health metrics.

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What they’re saying

“We're talking about A1C, understanding what that means, knowing what your blood pressure is, so we can develop a plan before it develops into a chronic disease.”

— Shaleea Mason, Family Nurse Practitioner and Owner, A Radiance Wellness

“A lot of my clients say they just want to be heard. They want their concerns addressed.”

— Shaleea Mason, Family Nurse Practitioner and Owner, A Radiance Wellness

“Get those preventive care things done. Get your colonoscopy done. Get your A1C checked annually. So you can make changes before it becomes something chronic.”

— Shaleea Mason, Family Nurse Practitioner and Owner, A Radiance Wellness

What’s next

The Live Longer in Lawrence Health Fair will provide additional health screenings and services for walkathon participants.

The takeaway

This community event highlights the importance of preventive health care and making annual checkups and screenings more accessible. By encouraging residents to 'know their numbers,' the walkathon aims to empower people to take proactive steps for better long-term health outcomes.