By Sandra Millon Underwood RN, PhD, FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee School of Nursing Dr. Bashir Easter knows first-hand the impact dementia can have on an individual and the toll it can take on caregivers. His mother was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 55 and for the past 17 years he and his siblings have cared for her. Dr. Easter’s sister has taken on the role … [Read more...] about Coping with dementia – patient and caregiver care
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Five signs it’s not just a headache
Not the best way to tickle your fancy, but do you know that 12 in 100 Americans suffer migraines? Yes, but there is something even more unfortunate than that. It is the tendency in us to mistake a debilitating migraine for a regular come-and-go headache. What if I told you migraine was the 6th most disabling illness in the world? Wouldn’t you be keener in identifying it from … [Read more...] about Five signs it’s not just a headache
You can’t pour from an empty cup
By Kathy Gaillard freelance contributor Many of us have had to adjust to a ‘new normal’ whether learning to work from home, tutoring our children, or using technology platforms to ‘meet’ virtually. Some of us have also had to juggle our schedules AND those of our children or other loved ones. The coronavirus has stretched us in ways we never imagined. With vaccines now … [Read more...] about You can’t pour from an empty cup
National Kidney Month
By Kathy Gaillard When Walter Cook was 15 years old and weighed in at only 106 pounds, one of the ‘church mothers’ pulled his mother aside and suggested she take him to the doctor to determine why he wasn’t growing. That doctor’s visit probably saved Cook’s life. His mother was informed that both her son’s kidneys had shut down and he immediately started dialysis. “I … [Read more...] about National Kidney Month
Faith-based leaders join forces to fight against COVID-19
By: Darryl Sellers Our African American communities are facing daunting challenges as we fight against COVID-19. More transmissible variants of the coronavirus are sweeping our nation in the year-long pandemic which is especially troubling for Black people, who are 3 times more likely to die of COVID-19 than white people. The Black Coalition Against COVID (BCAC) is … [Read more...] about Faith-based leaders join forces to fight against COVID-19
Preventing the spread of COVID-19 in multigenerational homes
By: Dena Vang One in five Americans currently live in a home with multiple generations. African American grandparents play a significant role in the homes across America. With the pandemic reaching one year, it’s crucial that all Black Americans get the most accurate information about how to stay safe during the fight against COVID-19. The Black Coalition Against COVID … [Read more...] about Preventing the spread of COVID-19 in multigenerational homes
Black men’s health—taking care of business
By Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD, FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee School of Nursing New York Times editor Brent Staples reports that newspapers celebrating unsung Black heroes were for many years "religiously passed from home to home and read aloud in barbershops." Today, barbershop owners are using their businesses as venues to raise awareness about chronic diseases … [Read more...] about Black men’s health—taking care of business
Ascension Wisconsin hires project manager to lead the national BUILD Health Challenge for Sherman Park
Milwaukee community leader will help implement Milwaukee’s public health approach to violence prevention Ascension Wisconsin is proud to welcome Marques D. Hogans, Sr., MPH, as the new project manager for the National BUILD Health Challenge for Sherman Park. Hogans is a seasoned public health leader with more than a decade of experience. Most recently, Hogans served as … [Read more...] about Ascension Wisconsin hires project manager to lead the national BUILD Health Challenge for Sherman Park
Ascension Wisconsin announces COVID-19 vaccination plans for vulnerable communities
Increasing accessibility and eliminating barriers to the COVID-19 vaccine, particularly for those who are most vulnerable, is an Ascension Wisconsin priority. When eligibility to the community expands and vaccine availability increases, Ascension Wisconsin will focus on thoughtfully working to eliminate barriers, disparities and inequities so that everyone has the opportunity … [Read more...] about Ascension Wisconsin announces COVID-19 vaccination plans for vulnerable communities
Eight bad sleep habits that cause weight gain
If you’ve been losing sleep at night worrying about why you can’t seem to lose weight, you may very well be sleeping with the enemy: bad bedtime habits. Research shows that sleep plays an important role in weight management. People who get adequate sleep have lower BMI indexes than people who don’t. Findings also suggest that not getting enough sleep can cause weight … [Read more...] about Eight bad sleep habits that cause weight gain