By: Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times In a recent interview with People magazine, former first lady Michelle Obama revealed her struggle with low-grade depression during the COVID-19 pandemic. One might wonder how someone as successful, accomplished and admired as Ms. Obama could be plagued by mental illness. The fact is, depression is a form of mental … [Read more...] about Depression: More than simple sadness
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Health-related DNA results from the All of Us research program
The DNA results you get from the All of Us Research Program are research results. These results should be confirmed with a clinical DNA test. Please always talk to your doctor or health care provider before making any changes to your health care or medicines. Medicine and your DNA Everyone metabolizes, or processes, medicine a bit differently. For example, do you … [Read more...] about Health-related DNA results from the All of Us research program
Winter safety for older adults
Baby, it’s cold outside! When the temperature drops, older adults run a higher risk of health problems and injuries related to the weather, including hypothermia, frostbite, and falls in ice and snow. Like most things in life, it is better to be prepared. Here are a few precautions everyone should take, especially older adults, during the winter. Hypothermia Hypothermia … [Read more...] about Winter safety for older adults
Racism is #1 factor in preterm birth disparity
By: Dr. René Settle-Robinson, DPM Author and Podiatry Specialist in Milwaukee, WI. As a black woman Podiatric Surgeon, I know all too well the stressors that contribute to poor health outcomes and healthcare disparities. My Sorority, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, annually contributes to the March of Dimes. As a young girl, I remember trying to fill a page with dimes to donate … [Read more...] about Racism is #1 factor in preterm birth disparity
Stress, distress, de-stress
By: Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times You are experiencing either physical or emotional tension, which makes you nervous, frustrated, or even angry. If so, you have just come face-to-face with stress – a simple word that can complicate mental health and well-being if it is not identified and managed. According to the World Book Dictionary, stress is … [Read more...] about Stress, distress, de-stress
Health-related DNA results from the All of Us Research Program
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
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
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
Is someone you know at risk for diabetic vision loss?
By Cheryl L. Dejewski With diabetes at epidemic levels, you probably know (or are) one of the 37.3 million Americans (11.3 percent of the population) with the disease. Whether or not the cause is due to lifestyle (poor diet, lack of exercise), genetics or both, be aware: Diabetes does more than affect blood sugar levels. Without proper precautions, it can lead to nerve … [Read more...] about Is someone you know at risk for diabetic vision loss?
Diabetes and cognitive decline: What it is and what to do about it
Take a moment to look around the next time you’re at a mall, grocery store, sporting event, or park. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 11.3 percent or more of the people you visit have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The CDC also notes that a startling 1 in almost 4 American adults (38.0 percent) fulfill the criteria for … [Read more...] about Diabetes and cognitive decline: What it is and what to do about it