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10,000 Families Study
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Research Study on Family Health by the University of #Minnesota
Take our eligibility survey - z.umn.edu/10KFS-Bluesky
(need to live in MN)

🌟 Join Us in Advancing Health Research! 🌟
Just a little bit of your time can benefit the health of Minnesota families now and into the future. Join our study! z.umn.edu/TenKFS
December 29, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Suicide prevention must be a priority, especially for teens & young adults.

Today we heard from Dr. Eunice Areba about high suicide rates among young AfroLatine kids. Dr. Areba invites young AfroLatinos to join her research.
Share the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Awareness & support save lives. 💙
December 17, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! 🕎✨
May the Festival of Lights bring warmth, peace, and moments of joy to you and your loved ones.
— 10K Families Study
December 14, 2025 at 3:50 PM
We had a great time at the annual CEECR meeting in Ann Arbor, hosted by the U of M.

An inspiring opportunity to learn from fellow presenters, share experiences, and plan for the future.

5 studies, 24 states & 40k+ participants.

Are you in Minnesota? Interested in participating?
Let us know!
December 10, 2025 at 9:30 PM
🌍 Today is Human Rights Day.

This year’s UN theme, Human Rights: Our Everyday Essentials.

At the 10KFS, we listen to real families so researchers can better understand how environmental exposures like PFAS and radon impact health and equity across generations. Learn more at: 10kfs.umn.edu
December 10, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Radon is invisible—but its impact isn’t!
This winter, 10K Families Study participants (from MN) can get free at-home radon test kits to check their homes and help researchers understand how this gas affects our health.
🔗 Learn why radon matters in MN and how to test your home: 10kfs.umn.edu/node/766
December 8, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Cancer treatment can bring more than medical side effects — it can also strain time, finances, and emotional well-being. New research highlights the ‘hidden toxicities’ patients face and how systems can better support them. 💙 #CancerCare #HealthEquity
Read more here: 10kfs.umn.edu/node/696
December 3, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Wishing you a joyful Thanksgiving! We’re thankful for the Minnesota families who make our research possible! 🧡🦃 #10KFamiliesStudy
November 27, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Today is World Kindness Day!
At the 10K Families Study, we’re celebrating the power of small acts of kindness — a smile, a helping hand, or a kind word can make a big difference. Together, we can build stronger, more compassionate communities, one act at a time.
✨ How will you spread kindness today?
November 13, 2025 at 8:30 PM
You can help us discover how to keep families healthy in Minnesota. Participate in our study! z.umn.edu/TenKFS-Blue
November 10, 2025 at 4:43 AM
🗳️ Election Day is here!
Your voice matters- at the 10K Families Study, we’re committed to understanding how families and communities thrive. Participating in your local elections is one powerful way to help shape that future.

#ElectionDay #10KFamiliesStudy #Vote #CommunityHealth
November 4, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Join the India Association of Minnesota (IAM) for an inspiring Health Awareness Event focused on Cancer & Health Issues Affecting Asians.

🗓️ **November 1, 2025 | 3–7 PM**
📍 **Eisenhower Community Center, Hopkins, MN**
🍽️ Dinner included
November 1, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The foods we eat play a big role in our health- from fueling our bodies to shaping long-term wellness. Let’s celebrate the power of good food and healthy habits today and every day!
Learn more or join the study: 10kfs.umn.edu
#NationalFoodDay #HealthyEating #10KFamiliesStudy #Minnesota
October 25, 2025 at 3:07 AM
You can help us discover how to keep families healthy in Minnesota. Participate in our study! z.umn.edu/TenKFS
October 24, 2025 at 1:27 AM
1oKFS celebrates #MedicalAssistantsRecognitionDay and honor the dedicated professionals who keep clinics and physicians’ offices running smoothly. Thank you for all that you do to support patients and providers every day.
October 24, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Breast Cancer Awareness Month reminds us how powerful knowledge and research can be. By participating in the 10,000 Families Study, you help researchers uncover new insights into cancer and other health conditions.
🔗 Learn more or join us: 10kfs.umn.edu
October 19, 2025 at 11:39 PM
🌍 It’s World Food Day 2025! Together, we can create a sustainable and food-secure future for all. Let’s transform the way we grow, share, and consume food—so everyone can enjoy a healthy diet and a healthy planet. 🌱
Learn more: www.fao.org/world-food-d...
October 16, 2025 at 4:34 AM
Today we celebrate and recognizing the vibrant cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native peoples throughout Minnesota and the nation.
At the 10,000 Families Study, we are committed to build a healthier future for all. 💜
#IndigenousPeoplesDay #10KFamiliesStudy #Minnesota
October 12, 2025 at 3:38 PM
🎉 Come see us at the University of MN Homecoming Parade TONIGHT 🎉

We’re excited to celebrate homecoming with our UMN community! Wave "hello" as we go by — we’re proud to represent Minnesota families who are helping shape a healthier future! 💛

#10KFamiliesStudy #UMNHomecomingParade #UMNproud
October 10, 2025 at 5:58 PM
✨ Wishing all who observe a meaningful Yom Kippur. May this day of reflection, forgiveness, and renewal bring peace and clarity to you and your loved ones. ✨
October 2, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Did you know that cancer is the leading cause of death in Minnesota? YOU can help us find the reason why! z.umn.edu/TenKFS
September 26, 2025 at 3:48 AM
🍎🍯 The 10,000 Families Study wishes a joyful Rosh Hashanah to all who celebrate!
May this new year bring sweetness, health, and peace to you and your loved ones. Shanah Tovah! ✨
September 25, 2025 at 1:06 AM
We’re proud to have been a part of the GLI Liver Symposium!
It was an incredible opportunity to connect with researchers, clinicians, and advocates who are working together to improve liver health and advance scientific understanding. 10kfs.umn.edu
September 21, 2025 at 7:42 PM
🌟It's Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌟
The 10K Families Study celebrates the vibrant histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across Minnesota and beyond.
We’re honored to have diverse families as part of our study🧡
10kfs.umn.edu
September 20, 2025 at 4:12 PM
10,000 Minnesotans are predicted to die of cancer this year. Are you going to help us find the risk factors driving cancer rates in the state? Join our study! z.umn.edu/TenKFS
September 8, 2025 at 10:30 PM