Millions of people in the nation suffer from migraines and headaches, and about 9 percent of them are chronic, with many cases going undiagnosed. UW Health is launching a program to help confront the need to get more specialty-trained physicians into the workforce to diagnose and treat these people, so fewer people have to suffer if they can be treated. UW Health has … [Read more...] about UW Health launches fellowship program to offer increased treatment to patients with chronic headaches
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Royalty Inside Our DNA
How a Milwaukee photographer used visuals to humanize the data that is being collected for America’s largest genetic research program in history. Terrance Sims is a renowned photographer from Milwaukee who has been using his camera to capture the stories of community members for more than a decade, with a particular focus on African American and Latinx communities. Recently, … [Read more...] about Royalty Inside Our DNA
Two myths and one fact: The misconceptions about breast cancer
Breast cancer is one of those illnesses that has many stages to it. Not only does it have many stages, but it also has many misconceptions about it and how it works. If you are living with breast cancer, it’s easy to assume the worst-case scenario because of how frightening this sickness can be. Not only are there different stages of breast cancer, but there are many different … [Read more...] about Two myths and one fact: The misconceptions about breast cancer
Five stress – reducing vitamin supplements
During the winter months, temperatures are cold and the sun is in hibernation. This can bring on increased stress and strain on your immune system. Yep, it’s not just your imagination that you tend to get sick more often during the cold-weather months. While colds can strike at any time, they are more common in the fall and winter, according to the Centers for Disease … [Read more...] about Five stress – reducing vitamin supplements
Five ways to love yourself all year long: body, mind, and soul
When you get wrapped up in the day-to-day tasks of life and taking care of others, it can be easy to forget about loving the most important person in your life -YOU! Now that we are at the beginning of the year, we can focus on loving ourselves and putting more energy into the goals we want to accomplish throughout the year! Loving yourself is more than just buying … [Read more...] about Five ways to love yourself all year long: body, mind, and soul
Meet the history making black female doctor behind the Moderna vaccine
Black History Month is the perfect time to take stock of your health and that of your family. Statistics continue to reveal that we are the last to seek medical care, yet we are the first to have severe cases of many illnesses that continue to plague our quality of life and our longevity. Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett is a black woman who led in the Coronavirus vaccines and … [Read more...] about Meet the history making black female doctor behind the Moderna vaccine
Top 3 mental health issues affecting black men
Mental health has become a prevalent topic in today’s world, especially after the effects of the pandemic. More specifically,black men have been hit very hard due to the economic hardships resulting from the shutdowns. This article will discuss the three most common mental health disorders that plagued black men and how you can fight back against the symptoms and take … [Read more...] about Top 3 mental health issues affecting black men
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s is a family affair
Denotra Griffin-Wallace always enjoyed being the matriarch of her extended family. According to her oldest daughter, Sarita Griffin, her mother was the “glue” that held the family together. So, when Denotra was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease about seven years ago, the entire family suffered. “It’s not the same now. We were always gathering at her place,” Sarita said, … [Read more...] about Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s is a family affair
Are you at risk for a leading cause of blindness in black Americans?
By Cheryl L. Dejewski Glaucoma is known as the “Sneak Thief of Sight” because the most common type is painless and progresses so slowly that most people don't notice symptoms for years— until severe permanent damage has already occurred. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness, especially for blacks. In fact, black Americans have a 6-8 times higher risk rate, and at least … [Read more...] about Are you at risk for a leading cause of blindness in black Americans?
Genetic ancestry and All of Us
Your DNA carries a record of generations past You get half of your DNA from your biological mother. The other half is from your biological father. Because of this, your DNA can tell you about your genetic ancestors from the last few hundred years. What you can learn Your genetic ancestry tells you where your recent ancestors likely lived. This is based on your DNA. … [Read more...] about Genetic ancestry and All of Us