by Curtis Bunn Urban News Service Bad knees forced fitness enthusiast Kendra Blackett-Dibinga to quit her passion of running and training. But those same knee troubles ultimately lead her to a business that has not only relieved her pain, but also provided her Washington, D.C.- area African-American community with a haven for improved health. An […]
Local Teens Celebrate Fifth Anniversary of Wisconsin Law Barring Indoor Smoking
by Edgar Mendez Milwaukee, WI — With the sun shining down on their smiling faces and a gentle breeze keeping them cool, members of FACT, Wisconsin’s youth-led tobacco prevention movement, gathered recently in front of Atkinson Library, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the enactment of Wisconsin’s indoor smoking law. The […]
Safe Travels: Staying Well While Away From Home
July 17, 2015 Prevention and preparation are key to staying healthy and happy during summer vacations. You can get help planning for healthy summer travel by calling the Dean Travel Medicine Clinic at (608) 252-8020. Whether you’re traveling by plane, train or automobile one thing is certain: you want to have fun […]
Avoiding Air Travel Illnesses
July 17, 2015 When it comes to air travel, two health issues often cause problems for travelers: jet lag and deep venous thrombosis. Moll shares her tips on avoiding either travel woe the next time you board a long flight. Jet lag often plagues travelers who cross multiple time zones during a […]
Social Media Campaign on HIV Testing Geared Towards Youth
June 26, 2015 This article is Special to the NNPA from the Afro-American Newspaper. The HIV/AIDS epidemic has long since had a strong impact on the African American community, and over time, its impact has deepened. Several studies show that Black Americans account for more new HIV cases, people living […]
Taking Charge: Men Need to Take an Active Role in Their Health
June 19, 2015 Dr. David Shearer Whether the issue is lack of awareness, risky behaviors that threaten good health, or reluctance to speak up, there is a big, preventable problem plaguing the health of American men – not seeing a doctor. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that men […]
Men and Depression: Know the Warning Signs
June 19, 2015 Mental health has become a major topic and area of concern, especially among men. Studies show men are much more likely than women to suffer from undiagnosed depression. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the suicide rate among men is four times higher than among women. […]
Prepping for Pregnancy to Avoid Complications
By Shantella Y. Sherman May 29, 2015 Overweight women and those suffering from hypertension have increased rates of pregnancy-related deaths. (Courtesy photo) Shantella Y. Sherman is Special to the NNPA from the Afro-American Newspaper. Even before a woman decides to become pregnant, a thorough health assessment should be undertaken. This […]
Study Finds Deterioration of DNA in Poverty-Stricken Individuals
By Ajoya Long May 29, 2015 Ajoya Long is Special to the NNPA from the Afro-American Newspaper. Income and ethnic identity issues among lower and lower-middle class individuals may lead to deterioration of the DNA, according to a new study. According to a study published in the American Sociological Association’s Journal […]
Stroke Risks Start Early, Prevention Should Too
May 22, 2015 Harvey S. Block, MD Most of us only think about controlling health risks after emergencies occur. It helps to understand what may cause a stroke, and how we may reduce the chances of it occurring. The Cause of Stroke To prevent a stroke, it helps to know what […]
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