By Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing Research has shown that communing with nature is beneficial to our health and well-being. Likewise, research has shown that gardening can improve physical and mental health. Research has shown that communing with nature and gardening can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and promote … [Read more...] about Growing positivity—mind and body
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Six ways to reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s disease
By Nathaniel Chin, MD Dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 6 million Americans, 120,000 here in Wisconsin. Symptoms vary person to person but commonly include gradual decline in memory, thinking skills, and ability to complete familiar tasks. Many factors may play a role in an individual’s risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. Age is the greatest … [Read more...] about Six ways to reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s disease
World Sickle Cell Day shines light on disease impact in minority communities
Sickle cell disease impacts thousands every year, and people of color make up a large percentage of those affected. But more than 100 years after its discovery, treatment hasn’t come very far. So far, only three medications approved by the Food and Drug Administration are on the market. Juneteenth is recognized as the day slaves in Galveston, Texas, found out they were … [Read more...] about World Sickle Cell Day shines light on disease impact in minority communities
Join Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. For a Conquer COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic During the Juneteenth Celebration
June 19, 2021 No appointments necessary ✓ No out-of-pocket cost ✓ Bring a Photo ID and Insurance Card (if you have one) ✓ Both uninsured and insured individuals are welcome ✓ Everyone 12 and up is eligible ✓ Masks and Social Distancing required … [Read more...] about Join Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. For a Conquer COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic During the Juneteenth Celebration
Protect Yourself, Protect Others, Get Vaccinated
Are you fully vaccinated against COVID-19? If you haven't already, please get the vaccine. It's safe. It's effective. And it will help you and your family stay healthy. … [Read more...] about Protect Yourself, Protect Others, Get Vaccinated
About Science and Research with All of Us – Part 6 of 6
As we wrap of this set of interviews about the All of Us Research Program, we want to focus on how All of Us has already had an impact during the pandemic. Bashir Easter, Ph.D., Assistant Director of the University of Wisconsin-Madison All of Us team at the Center for Community Engagement and Health Partnerships in Milwaukee has that conversation with us. Milwaukee Times: … [Read more...] about About Science and Research with All of Us – Part 6 of 6
Community Healthcare Workers Meeting The Needs Of People
By Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD, FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing With health equity front and center these days, particularly as we navigate through issues like COVID-19, vaccinations, and mental health, community healthcare workers (CHWs) have become more vital than ever. These front line workers play an important role in developing messages and … [Read more...] about Community Healthcare Workers Meeting The Needs Of People
About Science and Research with All of Us – Part Five!
The All of Us Research Program is just that, a program and not a study. In part five of our About Science and Research with All of Us, Bashir Easter, Ph.D., Assistant Director of the University of Wisconsin-Madison All of Us team at the Center for Community Engagement and Health Partnerships in Milwaukee will be schooling us on the difference. Milwaukee Times: Dr. Easter, … [Read more...] about About Science and Research with All of Us – Part Five!
Alzheimer’s Association Virtual Education Programs in June
Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia - June 7- 12:00-1:00 p.m. Program & Q&A Learn about the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors and more. To Register call 800.272.3900. You will receive connection information after you register. Effective Communication Strategies June 14 – 12:00- 1:00 p.m. Program & Q&A Learn to decode … [Read more...] about Alzheimer’s Association Virtual Education Programs in June
My journey as a foster parent
By Akilah Adams After I hung up the phone with the agency, a million questions flooded my mind at once. What if I wasn’t as prepared as I thought I was? Where was the new pack of toothbrushes? Did I just accept placement of two children at the same time? Where did I put the box of stuffed animals? My name is Akilah Adams and I am a single mother. I have a daughter, … [Read more...] about My journey as a foster parent