By Dorian James Asthma is a serious, sometimes life-threatening disease… and one that affects almost 20 million people in the United States. Statistics for asthma in America are so high that the … [Read more...]
Tobacco is NOT an equal opportunity addictor OR killer
By Lorraine Lathen Tobacco related disparities are no accident. Armed with targeted marketing strategies, cigarettes and a whole line of addictive OTPs (other tobacco products), the tobacco … [Read more...]
The gift of smoke-free living spaces
By Lorraine Lathen During the holiday season, many of us look forward to giving something special to those we love and even to help out a stranger. We take time to find out what’s on our loved … [Read more...]
Preventing Prematurity: A role for everyone
By Mayor Tom Barrett The City of Milwaukee Health Department held its 2nd Annual Infant Mortality Summit on May 11 at the Intercontinental Hotel. The event focused on reducing prematurity, the … [Read more...]
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Continue sacrificing for the greater good
By Lorraine Lathen, M.A. Throughout Black History individuals sacrificed their livelihood, wellbeing and even their lives for the greater good, and although African Americans have made … [Read more...]
The Tobacco Prevention and Control Program “Secondhand Smoke” – Year-end wrap up
With the coming New Year and Wisconsin’s state smoking ban set to go into effect in July, many workplaces and public gathering spots are already preparing for big changes. Could there be a better time … [Read more...]
‘Quitter in You’ campaign pilots in Milwaukee
The Quitter in You campaign embraces the journey of quitting by letting smokers know that every time they fail quitting, it brings them one step closer to quitting for good and the American Lung … [Read more...]