On Friday, April 20, 2018, the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute Regional Milwaukee Office hosted their 5th Annual Minority Health Month event, "Breaking the Silence: Addressing Alzheimer's Disease in Communities of Color is a Public Health Issue," at the Italian Conference Center, 631 E. Chicago St. This informative breakfast featured many speakers from the community, including … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute hosts ‘5th Annual Breaking the Silence’ minority health awareness event
American Heart Association hosts health fair and concert
The American Heart Association- Wisconsin held its annual "Most Powerful Voices Gospel Concert," on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Parklawn Assembly of God Church. The day-long event also gave members of the community free blood pressure screening and the opportunity to learn more about health issues directly affecting the local community. There were blood pressure screenings … [Read more...] about American Heart Association hosts health fair and concert
National Autism Awareness Month (Conclusion)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th This month, this column has placed the spotlight on autism to raise awareness. There is nothing more frustrating to a parent than when they get 'the evil eye' when their child has an emotional meltdown or outburst in public. It is often not due to bad parenting, but it may be their child has been diagnosed with … [Read more...] about National Autism Awareness Month (Conclusion)
Happy 80th Birthday to Ms. Lilly Simmons
On Saturday, April 14, 2018, Milwaukee Exposure & Explorer Project (MEEP) founder Lilly Simmons celebrated her 80th birthday at the Gathering Hall Community Center, 4355 W. Bradley Road. Lilly celebrated her birthday, which featured a Mardi Gras theme, with family and friends. Lilly, who grew up in Houma, LA, is a retired educator who has worked at both Milwaukee Public … [Read more...] about Happy 80th Birthday to Ms. Lilly Simmons
MCFBL hosts Annual Scholarship and Awards Banquet
On Saturday, April 21, 2018, the Milwaukee Christian Fellowship Basketball League (MCFBL) hosted their 23rd Annual Scholarship and Awards Banquet at Miller Park. During the banquet, about a dozen scholarship were given out to youth members of MCFBL, who range in ages 12-18. After the banquet the attendees and their families were treated to a Brewers game. The MCFBL is a … [Read more...] about MCFBL hosts Annual Scholarship and Awards Banquet
American Legion Post 490 hosts southern style breakfast
On Saturday, April 14, 2018, American Legion Post 490 hosted a Southern Style Breakfast at the Elks Lodge, 5555 W. Good Hope Rd. The breakfast was held to raise funds to help veterans and their families. The event featured WNOV Radio personality Ernie G, who provided music for the event and served as M.C. American Legion Post 490 is one of only two all-Black American Legion … [Read more...] about American Legion Post 490 hosts southern style breakfast
Milwaukee Public Schools budget deficit looms
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) educators, administrators and school board members were unable to agree on a plan to close a projected $38.7 million budget deficit for the 2018-2019 school year during a seven-hour meeting on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. The Milwaukee Public Schools system is the largest in the state with more than 75,000 students, many of whom come from … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools budget deficit looms
8,000+ MPS students to perform in first-ever ‘All-City Arts Festival’ at Henry Maier Festival Park
The artistic talent of Milwaukee's kids will be on full display, bigger and better than ever on the city's lakefront, during the first-ever All-City Arts Festival, which will be held May 9-11, 2018 on the south end of Henry Maier Festival Park. The event will feature more than 180 performances from 125 Milwaukee Public Schools, alumni and partner groups. Students have been … [Read more...] about 8,000+ MPS students to perform in first-ever ‘All-City Arts Festival’ at Henry Maier Festival Park
UWM program trains paramedics as community health partners
By Laura L. Otto Kendria Donaldson thought the career she wanted was traditional nursing. Then, when her boyfriend’s brother joined the Milwaukee Fire Department, she considered a different option. Becoming a firefighter would still allow her to help people with their health, but in a way that would build long-term wellness rather than just provide spot care. A … [Read more...] about UWM program trains paramedics as community health partners
Invisible women: Maternal and infant mortality in women of color
By: Stacy Grundy, MPH, CHES Problem There is a silent epidemic that is taking the lives of women and children across our nation. According to the Central Intelligence Agency CIA, the United States (US) has the worst birth outcomes of any of the other developed countries. These adverse birth outcomes include rising maternal deaths, high infant mortality rates and high … [Read more...] about Invisible women: Maternal and infant mortality in women of color