Tag: health

Ascension Michigan understands the importance of racial equity and representation in health care.

Now, like always, our community must discuss, monitor and care for our mental health.

African Americans are more likely to have preexisting conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes and obesity, putting them at a higher risk of complications from the coronavirus.

These Detroiters contracted the novel coronavirus and got sick, but they’re still standing strong – and sharing their stories.

Disparities exist all through Black America that we can blame for why COVID-19 has its foot so aggressively on our necks.

Fibroids – especially cumbersome in Black women – can cause heavy menstrual bleeding, prolonged periods, bleeding between periods, pelvic pain and back pain.

The WSU Office of Women’s Health and Make Your Date collab to help expectant moms get the resources they need during the coronavirus crisis.

Symptoms vary but may include painful urination, lower abdominal pain or pain during sex.

Detroit Health Department Chief Public Health Officer Denise Fair shares the department’s efforts against COVID-19 and helps us stay healthy.

Through five neighborhood hubs – with over 40 different programs – the Detroit Area Agency on Aging is redefining adult health and wellness in Detroit.

We may be magical and all that – but we’re still human.

Obesity, diabetes and hypertension – all ailments that disproportionately affect the black community – have strong family ties.