If you have been to the doctor lately and found out that your cholesterol is not so good, then you definitely need to take action. If the level is not too elevated or you do not have a genetic component, you can try lifestyle modifications before starting medicine. High cholesterol is important because it increases the risk of heart disease. The bad cholesterol, LDL carries … [Read more...] about Cholesterol busters: Natural treatments for high cholesterol
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Why are Blacks more likely to die from stroke?
In a study recently published in the American Heart Association journal Stroke, investigators in the Reasons for Geographical And Racial Differences in Stroke Study, or REGARDS, found that blacks are four times more likely to die of stroke at age 45 than their white counterparts, because blacks have more strokes, not because blacks who have a stroke are more likely to die than … [Read more...] about Why are Blacks more likely to die from stroke?
Five signs you need to see your eye doctor
The eyes are more than just the windows to your soul; they are also windows to your health. Symptoms of many serious health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, and liver issues are first seen in the eyes. Most professionals recommend getting your eyes checked once a year, but take a close look at the signs below to see when you may need to see your eye doctor … [Read more...] about Five signs you need to see your eye doctor
The five best types of exercise for asthma sufferers
Love a good sweat? If you’re one of about 20 million Americans with asthma, this may not be a problem. But for some, vigorous activity like running or playing team sports such as basketball, can cause the airways to become inflamed, narrow and swell, and produce extra mucus, which makes it difficult to breathe. Fortunately for sufferers, having asthma, even exercise- induced … [Read more...] about The five best types of exercise for asthma sufferers
At least 50 percent of people with hepatitis C don’t know they’re infected
Did you know that hepatitis C virus infection and liver cancer are serious health problems that disproportionately affect African Americans? They are. But today, though there is no vaccine, we have prevention and treatment tools to fight this disease. What is hepatitis C? Let me explain first what hepatitis C is. It is a serious liver disease that results from infection … [Read more...] about At least 50 percent of people with hepatitis C don’t know they’re infected
All of Us Research Program kicks off with the General Baptist State Convention of WI, Inc., Friday, April 26, 2019
The General Baptist State Convention of WI, Inc., clergymen and community members kicked off its first All of Us Pop Up Clinic at the Convention’s headquarters located at 220 West Keefe Avenue in Milwaukee. President Reverend Dr. Garry Levy, along with other pastors led by example in signing up as participants in the All of Us Research Program. The All of Us Research Program … [Read more...] about All of Us Research Program kicks off with the General Baptist State Convention of WI, Inc., Friday, April 26, 2019
Why have the CBD and Kratom products become so popular?
The market is flooded with CBD products because there is so much regulation from the FDA. They come in diverse types including CBD oil, capsules or pills, edibles or gummies, lotions, and as CBD beverages. Whichever the case, the question still remains, why have the CBD products become so popular among the millennials? In this article, you will learn some of the benefits of … [Read more...] about Why have the CBD and Kratom products become so popular?
Ascension St. Joseph continues work to improve health equity
New services and programs continue to be added at Ascension St. Joseph while Ascension Wisconsin continues to formulate a plan to improve the health of residents in the Sherman Park and West Burleigh Street neighborhoods. Over the last eight months, Ascension Wisconsin has been listening to local stakeholders through patient interviews, community conversations, a Community … [Read more...] about Ascension St. Joseph continues work to improve health equity
City of Milwaukee Health Department partners with Ascension St. Joseph to open Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) office
On Monday, April 8, 2019, Ascension Health in partnership with the City of Milwaukee Heath Department, hosted a grand opening of a new Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) office at Ascension St. Joseph to help give more women and children access to the nutrition they need. WIC offers nutritious foods, nutrition education, including breastfeeding promotion and support, and … [Read more...] about City of Milwaukee Health Department partners with Ascension St. Joseph to open Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) office
‘All of Us’ program looks to break through health disparities with ground breaking genetic research
Recognizing the historical racial and gender imbalance in many medical trials, President Barrack Obama proposed during his 2015 State of the Union Address and Congress subsequently approved $215 million in funding for the National Institute of Health to collect and analyze anonymous health and genetic medical information. The project has been described as the “moon shot” of … [Read more...] about ‘All of Us’ program looks to break through health disparities with ground breaking genetic research