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 and Fitness
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
Statement addressing inaccurate information about services available at the Marcia P. Coggs building
The Marcia P. Coggs Building remains home to Milwaukee County’s Department of Health & Human Services In light of inaccurate reports of services available at the Marcia P. Coggs Building, the Office of the County Executive is issuing the following statement: “The Marcia P. Coggs building, located at 1220 W. Vliet Street, is home to Milwaukee County Department of Health … [Read more...] about Statement addressing inaccurate information about services available at the Marcia P. Coggs building
Anxiety and mental well-being
By: Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times If you live long enough, every human being will experience good times, as well as times they would rather forget. There is some truth to the saying, “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” If we value wisdom, we can learn and adapt from all of life’s adventures. However, some of life’s twists and turns can lead us … [Read more...] about Anxiety and mental well-being
Dementia caregivers need self-care and peace
By: Mary Fitzhugh A working caregiver who provided long-distance care for her mother for thirteen years My journey caring for my mom started in 2009. I remember it like it was yesterday. We celebrated her 80th birthday with a huge surprise party with more than 100 friends and family in attendance. Fast forward to 2011. Mom seemed to forget things a little more and her … [Read more...] about Dementia caregivers need self-care and peace
Breast Health Month 2022
The late Mildred Leigh- Gold was known as the BREAST HEALTH LADY. She was the first local advocate and motivational speaker to talk openly about breast cancer and its impact in the African American community. Joyce White was another powerful communicator about breast cancer. She and Mildred Leigh-Gold – African American Queens – SHARED THEIR STORIES when many kept the ravages … [Read more...] about Breast Health Month 2022