When you joined the All of Us Research Program, we told you that you may learn more about your health. One way we can help you learn more is by sharing information about your DNA with you. Right now, All of Us can provide you with two reports about how your DNA may affect your health. Those two reports are called your Hereditary Disease Risk and Medicine and Your … [Read more...] about Health-related DNA results from the All of Us Research Program
DHS announces new walkin location for Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES)
Starting November 1, 2022, Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES) will serve Milwaukee County residents who participate in state benefit programs at a new location at 6055 North 64th Street. Members of programs such as BadgerCare Plus, FoodShare, and Wisconsin Shares will have free parking, bus line access, and improved building accessibility with first floor walk-in … [Read more...] about DHS announces new walkin location for Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES)
Join Nanette and take away the tough choices during the holiday season
Brought to you by Hunger Task Force Growing up, Nanette learned the value of giving back to her community. Up until her early adult years, Nanette volunteered at the food pantry and soup kitchen in her community, not knowing that she would one day depend on these resources to make ends meet. When a medical condition kept Nanette from working full time, she knew her family … [Read more...] about Join Nanette and take away the tough choices during the holiday season
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce its ‘Eleventh Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
In an effort to help feed those in need this Thanksgiving, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), Molina Healthcare, United Healthcare Community Plan, iCare, Feeding America, LabCorp, North Shore Bank, Feeding America and Galst Foods are providing nutritious grocery dinners to Milwaukee residents. Feeding America reports that nearly 520,000 Wisconsinites do not know where … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce its ‘Eleventh Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
Washington High School Alumni Scholarship Foundation honors exceptional alumni
On November 4, 2022, the Washington High School Alumni Scholarship Foundation proudly recognized twelve men and women who are being added to the school’s Hall of Fame. All were selected for exemplary careers and service to the community. The alumni association hosted a ceremony in the Washington High School library for honorees and their guests. Each honoree was presented … [Read more...] about Washington High School Alumni Scholarship Foundation honors exceptional alumni
Jingle and mingle this holiday season at the inaugural ‘Sparkle & Shine’ event
Jingle & mingle this holiday season! Join Milwaukee Recreation at our inaugural Sparkle & Shine event to enjoy holiday crafts, seasonal refreshments, and light snacks as you view our creatively decorated trees and visit with others. There will be additional exhibitions for Hanukkah and Kwanzaa as well. Each participant will receive five raffle tickets to enter a … [Read more...] about Jingle and mingle this holiday season at the inaugural ‘Sparkle & Shine’ event
Lena Horne Theatre dedication celebrates the relationship between the late performer and the Nederlander Organization
The Lena Horne Theatre is the latest Broadway house to be renamed for a black artist. On November 1, 2022, the venue, owned by the Nederlander Organization and the current home of “Six,” revealed its new marquee in a dedication ceremony and block party outside the theater on 47th Street. Led by Broadway royalty (LaChanze, Audra Mc- Donald, Tamara Tunie and Vanessa Williams — … [Read more...] about Lena Horne Theatre dedication celebrates the relationship between the late performer and the Nederlander Organization
‘Black Nativity by Langston Hughes’ returns to kick off holiday season in Milwaukee
Black Arts MKE’s beloved holiday musical returns for its seventh year with its biggest and best production to date. Black Nativity by Langston Hughes runs one weekend only – December 8-11, 2022, at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall, Marcus Center. Set in Milwaukee rather than Bethlehem, this joyous and hopeful re-telling of Hughes’ original 1961 play incorporates poetry, music, … [Read more...] about ‘Black Nativity by Langston Hughes’ returns to kick off holiday season in Milwaukee
Handling Eating Challenges During the Holidays
12 tips to help maintain eating disorder recovery Navigating recovery from an eating disorder is rarely easy, and the holiday season tends to be especially challenging. Family gatherings, disrupted routines, food-centered celebrations and more create an abundance of potentially triggering situations for people recovering from eating disorders. You may find it beneficial to … [Read more...] about Handling Eating Challenges During the Holidays
Stress Management Tools for the Holidays
The holiday season can be full of joy and family fun, but for some, especially those in eating disorder recovery, the occasion can be incredibly stressful. Consider these tips from the experts at Alsana to help you respond to stressors more thoughtfully and constructively: 1. Calm down with mindfulness practices, meditation or yoga. 2. Feel and vent your feelings through … [Read more...] about Stress Management Tools for the Holidays