Research suggests black women are two to three times more likely to develop fibroids than white women. Scary thought, right? Well get this – not only are black women more likely to develop fibroids at a younger age, but they will also need more aggressive and invasive treatment for fibroids than their white counterparts. Why? Situational, environmental, and nutritional … [Read more...] about The link between fibroids, vitamin D, and black women
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Five ways to de-stress daily
There’s been increased interest in mental health as more high-profile individuals have come out of hiding about their struggles with depression, anxiety and other mental issues that secretly plague their lives. It’s always shocking to hear about how someone could deal with something so serious without disclosing one ounce of discomfort and the solution to curing these … [Read more...] about Five ways to de-stress daily
Three types of pain that could mean irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
As many as 60-million people – that’s 20 percent of Americans – deal with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a chronic condition that affects the lower gastrointestinal tract. It also causes the colon to be irritable and spastic, which causes the abdominal discomfort associated with changes in the consistency and/or frequency of bowel movements. The causes of IBS are … [Read more...] about Three types of pain that could mean irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
How diverse clinical trials can advance black health
Clinical trials are one of the foundations of modern medicine. Data from clinical trials provides insights on how people are likely to respond to a treatment, which helps doctors understand when to use the treatment, how to advise patients who may receive it and what outcomes to expect from it. “If we don’t have adequate representation in the trial, we can’t be sure how the … [Read more...] about How diverse clinical trials can advance black health
Seven reasons why you can’t sleep
By: Aaron Stevenson for Snoozeez.com Are you suffering from insomnia? Do you find yourself tossing and turning at night trying to fall asleep? Or perhaps you fall asleep easily only to wake up hours before your alarm is set to go off. Whether you experience a sleepless night occasionally or almost every night, it is not normal. Sleep is one of the most important factors in … [Read more...] about Seven reasons why you can’t sleep
Join us during ‘Light & Unite RED Week 2024’
By RISE Drug Free MKE Quick question: Do you know what the “worst drug” is? Or if smoking traditional cigarettes is worse for you than vaping? Or if marijuana can be used as medicine? It would be really helpful to know the answers to these questions, since they’re some of the most common questions that young people ask about substances like drugs and alcohol. You … [Read more...] about Join us during ‘Light & Unite RED Week 2024’
Senior health and wellness: 15 tips you need to know for spring
As the weather gets warmer and the flowers start to bloom, spring is the perfect time for seniors to focus on their health and wellness. Whether you’re living independently or in a memory care community, there are several tips you can follow to stay healthy and active this spring. In this article, we’ll explore some of the best tips for senior health and wellness during the … [Read more...] about Senior health and wellness: 15 tips you need to know for spring
Five reasons you’re not feeling like yourself
From time to time, we all feel the blues. As we emerge from a global pandemic, a period that affected us all mentally and physically, it’s no wonder people are struggling. We were isolated and separated. Tensions were high. Fear was high. Although these feelings may be subsiding, their effects can certainly linger. And then there’s the economy! If you’re not feeling … [Read more...] about Five reasons you’re not feeling like yourself
Six essential steps to stroke recovery
About 800,000 individuals in the US experience a stroke per year, averaging to at least one person falling victim to a stroke every time four minutes pass by. According to the American Stroke Association, strokes are one of the primary causes of disability and among the top five in leading causes of death in the country. For most survivors, many life-altering conditions come as … [Read more...] about Six essential steps to stroke recovery
Five RSV complications in older black adults
While most adults only get mild symptoms when contracting the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), the same can’t be said of older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), adults over the age of 60 should be particularly concerned when they have RSV. In previous years, there have been hundreds of hospital admissions of persons over 75 per 100,000 … [Read more...] about Five RSV complications in older black adults