By: Gina Lathan Traditionally low-income communities have fewer full-service groceries stores that provide a large selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, lean meats, and fish compared to more affluent communities. Yet the people who live in those communities have more access to fast food restaurants, corner stores and mini-markets that have an overabundance of high … [Read more...] about How to eat healthy in the hood
Health and Fitness
Four ways to make dining out better for your body
Eating out is a convenient way to get quick delicious meals. Whether you are visiting a fast food joint or a sit-down restaurant, you are presented with a variety of food options. But what happens when those food options have a negative effect on your health? A study reports that Americans consume 200 more calories when dining out than they do when cooking at home. While … [Read more...] about Four ways to make dining out better for your body
Stay on top of your health with a checkup
Checkups are a way to make sure you stay healthy. Going to the doctor is important, even if you don’t feel sick. Adults and kids 3 years of age and older should see their Primary Care Provider (PCP) once a year. PCPs are the main health care professionals who take care of you. Kids under age 3 may need more checkups and immunizations. Talk to your child’s PCP about how often … [Read more...] about Stay on top of your health with a checkup
‘Strong black man’ hurts black men with mental health issues
To be African American, male, and mentally ill is to face a particular cultural medical challenge. Emotional vulnerability is a prerequisite for good mental health – and admitting feelings of fear, pain, sadness, or panic is a condition for the diagnosis of a mental disorder. Yet many African American men are brought up in a culture that equates psychiatric conditions with … [Read more...] about ‘Strong black man’ hurts black men with mental health issues
Spring cleaning safety tips for seniors
With the spring season officially underway, we all know what that means: it’s time to do some spring cleaning! This is a great time of year to get organized, especially after spending the chilly winter months indoors, but the key focus when spring cleaning is safety. If you’re wondering how you can go about completing your spring cleaning list safely, be sure to follow these … [Read more...] about Spring cleaning safety tips for seniors
Could traditional black family ideals be promoting obesity?
By: Brandon Herring Weight has pretty much always been a struggle for me for as long as I can remember. Growing up, I was always the chubby kid and even throughout my teenage years I was always the big guy. Fortunately enough for me, I was never teased because of my weight so I didn’t develop any long-term insecurities or struggles with self-image or self-esteem (thank … [Read more...] about Could traditional black family ideals be promoting obesity?
National Autism Awareness Month (Week One)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th For the month of April, this writer will bring awareness to autism. Recently a co-worker shared with me that her grandson had been recently diagnosed with autism. Her grandson is 2-1/2 years old, but my co-worker admitted she noticed developmental delays beginning much earlier. She and her husband debated whether … [Read more...] about National Autism Awareness Month (Week One)
President’s Diversity and Inclusion Award recipients announced
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) selected four individuals who received the President’s Diversity and Inclusion Award at a special luncheon on Tuesday, March 20, 2018. Andrew Petroll, MD, associate professor of medicine and psychiatry; B. Ulysses Li, MD, professor of pediatrics (gastroenterology); Geneva Johnson; and Sebastian Ssempijja, Ph.D, CEO and clinic director of … [Read more...] about President’s Diversity and Inclusion Award recipients announced
Why are there disparities in breast cancer among Black women?
Unfortunately, we see significant disparities in breast cancer between African American women and white American women. Breast cancer death rates are approximately 40 percent higher in the African American community compared to the White community. Some of this is related to socioeconomic disadvantages that are more prevalent among African Americans, such as higher poverty … [Read more...] about Why are there disparities in breast cancer among Black women?
Four easy ways to tell if you’re depressed
Sometimes the signs aren’t always clear. If you find yourself feeling a sudden heavy emotion in stressful situations from time to time, you may not be suffering from depression. However, if you find yourself feeling low, down, or sad continuously over a period of time (2-3 weeks), you may want to start seeking help. But how will I know if I’m depressed? According to … [Read more...] about Four easy ways to tell if you’re depressed