Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of central vision loss in Americans age 50+. Although it affects white people more than blacks, a study in East Baltimore showed that AMD … [Read more...]
Where do we go from here? A glimpse into Milwaukee’s Infant Mortality Crisis
A special series by Milwaukee Lifecourse Initiative for Healthy Families The thought of holding the body of a lifeless infant is heartbreaking to say the least. But the reality is that far too many … [Read more...]
Launch of website targets the health African American men
Local leaders joined Eric Von and Faithe Colas last week at a reception launching the couple’s website, ‘Brain Brawn & Body’ that will focus on the health of African American men. Eric Von and … [Read more...]
Protect yourself from the flu this year
By Fannie Fang, MD, Pediatrician The flu season is upon us. This year, the flu has affected more people and has started earlier than previous flu seasons. The flu can cause a mild to severe … [Read more...]
$900,000 grant will support HIV prevention research training
The Medical College of Wisconsin’s (MCW) Center for AIDS Intervention Research (CAIR) has received a five-year, $919,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of Mental … [Read more...]
Kidney Early Evaluation Program to be held at Wisconsin Black Historical Society
Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure and the main reason people need dialysis to live. If you are an African American adult, you know that you’re at-risk! So get screened! If you, a … [Read more...]
A sneak peek at the face of aging in Milwaukee County
Community EngAGEment: Aging News and Information Provided by the Milwaukee County Department on Aging Welcome to the first column of “Community EngAGEment”, your source for news and … [Read more...]
Local Eye Care Specialists explain risks and treatment options for glaucoma
By Cheryl L. Dejewski Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness in the U.S., especially for African Americans. In fact, Black Americans have a 6-8 times higher risk of developing glaucoma than … [Read more...]
New Wisconsin Health Insurance Cost ranking
Milwaukee and Racine have highest Health Insurance Costs in State for 2013 Citizen Action of Wisconsin released its 7th Annual Wisconsin Health Insurance Cost Ranking report Wednesday morning on a … [Read more...]
State health officials encourage flu shots to protect family and friends
People of all ages advised to get vaccinated With the holidays around the corner, and winter break about to start for schoolchildren, state health officials today encouraged Wisconsin residents to … [Read more...]
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