By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When a woman gets pregnant, her priority is usually the baby, but her health matters too. According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is the leading … [Read more...]
The American Heart Association Outlines Key Priorities for Milwaukee
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Earlier this year, the American Heart Association held three listening sessions with community stakeholders. The organization wanted to determine the top health-related issues … [Read more...]
American Heart Association Looks at Milwaukee’s Health Needs
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When it comes to healthiest counties in the state of Wisconsin, Milwaukee County is far from the top of the list. According to Oby Nwabuzor, the community impact director for … [Read more...]
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In Danger of Addicting a New Generation: How Wisconsin Can Protect Its Youth
Kids are sneaking hits from it in school bathrooms. Students younger than eighth grade are trying it. Kids are selling their belongings to buy it. Wisconsin is the epicenter of the e-cigarette … [Read more...]
American Heart Association and Other Health Groups Support Bill that could Raise Tobacco Sales to 21
By Nyesha Stone According to the Toll of Tobacco in Wisconsin, 2,220 kids (under 18) per day are new smokers. It also found that nearly 95 percent of smokers start before they turn 21. The … [Read more...]
You Have The Power to Protect Your Family From Lead
You Have The Power to Protect Your Family From Lead
You Have The Power to Protect Your Family From Lead
You Have The Power to Protect Your Family From Lead
MPS employee wellness program earns American Heart Association Gold award
One of only two Gold-designated school districts in Wisconsin MILWAUKEE (January 2015) - Milwaukee Public Schools’ employee wellness program earned a Gold designation from the American Heart … [Read more...]