WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin applauded a federal investment from the Obama Administration in Wisconsin’s prescription drug abuse and overdose prevention efforts. The … [Read more...]
The Burden of Asthma in Milwaukee: Part One
By Dr. Dorian James, RCP Milwaukee is affected by asthma more than most cities in the U.S. and currently is in the midst of an asthma crisis. As recently as 2009, Milwaukee’s asthma population … [Read more...]
Wisconsin Assembly Considers Bill That Would De-fund Planned Parenthood
By Ariele Vaccaro A new bill that would give the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) priority over Planned Parenthood for Title X funding garnered passionate support and opposition during … [Read more...]
Memories in the Making Watercolor Painting Series Planned for Individuals with Memory Loss and Their Care Partners
Milwaukee, WI – August 20, 2015 – The Alzheimer’s Association will host a Memories in the Making social engagement opportunity for individuals living with early-stage Alzheimer’s or related dementias, … [Read more...]
Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin Invests $15 Million to Aid Underserved
Targeting one of Milwaukee County’s most medically underserved neighborhoods, 80 percent of a $15 million investment from Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network will establish … [Read more...]
Local Eye MDs Advise: Don’t Let Cataracts Cloud Your Vision
Learn the facts about one of the most common sight-threatening conditions for African-American older adults African-Americans have nearly twice the risk of developing cataracts than Caucasians. … [Read more...]
860 WNOV Exclusive: Black Health Coalition Continues to Recover from Funding Loss
By Ariele Vaccaro When it broke that the Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin (BHCW) would lose 80 percent of its funding -- funding used to help African American mothers -- Milwaukee was left … [Read more...]
The Burden of Asthma in Milwaukee
Milwaukee is plagued by asthma more than almost every other city in the U.S. and currently is in the midst of an asthma crisis. As recently as 2011, Milwaukee ranked second in the nation in the … [Read more...]
Planned Parenthood Offering Free STD Testing in April
By Srijan Sen Throughout the month of April, Planned Parenthood will be providing free STD testing as a part of their ‘Get Yourself Tested’ campaign. Primarily geared towards youth and raising … [Read more...]
Minorities at a Disadvantage in the Fight Against Cancer
By Srijan Sen Cancer Treatment Centers of American is commemorating this week as National Minority Cancer Awareness Week. According to the American Cancer Society, African-Americans are more likely … [Read more...]
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