With school season already around the corner, Mayor Tom Barrett and the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) have announced that the City’s 15th annual Back-to-School Health Fairs will be held Friday, Aug. 7, at North Division High School (1011 W. Center St.) and Friday, Aug. 14, at Bradley Tech High School (700 S. 4th St.). Both events will run from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. “Our … [Read more...] about City of Milwaukee Health Department announces dates and locations for 15th Annual Back-to-School Health Fairs
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Why Alzheimer’s affects Blacks differently
Alzheimer’s disease seems to develop differently in the brains of black patients than in whites. And, black people seem more likely to suffer different types of brain changes that also contribute to dementia, a new study reports. Alzheimer’s disease dementia is generally associated with a build-up of substances known as plaques and tangles inside the brain. But, there are other … [Read more...] about Why Alzheimer’s affects Blacks differently
Childhood stress may explain your adult weight gain
Could your childhood play a role in how quickly you gain weight? The answer is yes, according to a new study conducted by Michigan State University (MSU) and published in the journal Social Science and Medicine. Researchers at MSU analyzed data from nearly 4,000 people who participated in the Americans’ Changing Survey. The individuals were asked a series of questions over a … [Read more...] about Childhood stress may explain your adult weight gain
Too much sitting may raise a woman’s cancer risk
Lots of time spent sitting may increase a woman’s odds for cancer, but it does not seem to have a similar effect on men, a new study suggests. “Longer leisure time spent sitting was associated with a higher risk of total cancer risk in women, and specifically with multiple myeloma, breast and ovarian cancers. But sitting time was not associated with cancer risk in men,” … [Read more...] about Too much sitting may raise a woman’s cancer risk
Cut your heart failure risk in half as you age
In more good news for those who don’t let aging keep them from practicing healthy habits, a new study finds the fittest seniors are half as likely as others to suffer from heart failure. “Older adults can make simple changes to reduce their heart failure risk, such as not smoking, engaging in moderate physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight,” said study author Liana … [Read more...] about Cut your heart failure risk in half as you age
No, you’re not crazy…workplace bullying is real!
In the women’s bathroom Melanie splashed cold wa- ter on her face and carefully placed eye drops in both of her eyes to hide the cry- ing that she had done in the bathroom stall. She put on her glasses and decided that she would just “blame it on her allergies” if people asked why her eyes were swollen and puffy. New to the school system, Melanie was just yelled at by her new … [Read more...] about No, you’re not crazy…workplace bullying is real!
Girls Night Out: Educating women of color about breast cancer
Do you have questions, family history, or need resources regarding breast cancer? By: Jarreau Sims Special for the Milwaukee Times Girls Night Out is a program that addresses the questions and misconceptions about breast cancer in minority communities. The program was created by Paulette Christian in collaboration with local organizations and education institutions … [Read more...] about Girls Night Out: Educating women of color about breast cancer
Brain, Brawn and Body presents Health and Wellness Summit
Leonard Wilson, Jr., owner of Divine Personal Fitness Training, LLC, leads an early morning volunteer calisthenics class at the “Brain, Brawn & Body Health & Wellness Summit for Men and the People Who Love Them” educational festival co-sponsored by BrainBrawn&Body.com and the Wheaton Fran- ciscan Healthcare Group at Journey House, 2110 W. Scott St., on June 20, … [Read more...] about Brain, Brawn and Body presents Health and Wellness Summit
Single moms report poorer health later in life
Researchers recommend more access to birth control, programs that aid work-family balance Women who are single mothers before age 50 may be at increased risk for poor health later in life, according to a new study. Any period of single motherhood before age 50 was associated with a greater risk of poor health and physical disability years later. The link … [Read more...] about Single moms report poorer health later in life
Watchful waiting may not be best for black men with prostate cancer
They were more likely to develop aggressive disease sooner than white patients, study says Monitoring early stage prostate cancer instead of treating it may not be appropriate for all patients, especially black men, a new study indicates. According to background information with the study, there is currently controversy among oncologists over the best way to handle … [Read more...] about Watchful waiting may not be best for black men with prostate cancer