The American Cancer Society held its 8th Annual Sankofa Health and Wellness forum at North Division on Saturday, April 28. Many residents turned out to attend workshops on cancer prevention, and the need to have screenings done on a routine basis. Joining in the event are from (l to r): Deadra Richelle Purifoy, Carmellia Kay [...]

Gift for Life Block Walk raised breast cancer awareness By Maricha Harris No one wants to be diagnosed with cancer, but for tens of thousands of Wisconsinites the unwanted diagnosis becomes an unfortunate reality. Within the African American community, cancer’s burden is particularly higher and more devastating than within the general population. Fortunately, Milwaukee Affiliate [...]

By Jacqualine S. Williams A sunny day brought rays of hope to dozens of participants of the 3rd annual Gift for Life Block Walk sponsored by the Milwaukee chapter of Sisters Network, Inc. The Walk, held last Saturday at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Center, was filled with seminars, medical information, health screenings and [...]