by Zenitha Prince Special to the NNPA from the Afro-American Newspaper Companies that sell snacks, soda and other high-calorie foods are pouring millions into advertising campaigns that are targeted to Black and Hispanic communities, according to a recent study. Social scientists have long believed that disproportionately aggressive promotion to minorities of nutritionally-poor foods high in […]
U.S. Department of Health Sees Glimmers of Hope in Mental Health Status of Blacks
by Zenitha Prince Special to the NNPA from the Afro-American Newspaper Things are “moving in the right direction” in terms of the treatment of mental health and mental health disparities in the Black community, health officials say. Black Americans are 20 percent more likely to report having serious psychological distress than non-Hispanic Whites, according to […]
Healthy ways to get back on track before school starts
As the first day of school draws near and summer fun starts to fade, a renewed focus on routine and healthy habits come to the forefront. This year, Dean Clinic Pediatrician Dr. Michael Trias hopes a little early preparation will help you start the school year off on a healthy foot. Rest up for better […]
Healthy food for a healthy learner
The lazy days of summer grazing give way to early breakfasts, packed lunches and afternoon snacks to fuel your student’s brain. Here are some tips for sending your child to school with healthy options to fuel their learning all day long: • Breakfast every day: your body is especially in need of calories and nutrients […]
Black Entrepreneurs Address Community Health Concerns
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 […]
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