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Ask the Expert: Why Does Family History Matter for Your Personal Health?

CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY ASCENSION MICHIGAN - March 3, 2021 0

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

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Why is Early Detection Key in the Fight Against Lung Cancer?

CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY ASCENSION MICHIGAN - February 4, 2021 0

Lung cancer doesn’t only affect smokers, and Black Americans have high rates of late detection and misdiagnoses.

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Why Can Telemedicine Be an Effective Health Care Option, Especially for Women?

CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY ASCENSION MICHIGAN - December 7, 2020 0

While we’re trying to stay home as much as we can, health care shouldn’t be sacrificed, and telehealth options make keeping up with doctor’s appointments possible.

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Demystifying the COVID-19 Vaccine Process

Paris Giles - November 16, 2020 0

A COVID-19 vaccine could be just weeks away for the most vulnerable among us. Here’s what we know so far.

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Why is Knowing Your Family History and Preventative Care Important Steps in the Fight Against Breast Cancer?

CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY ASCENSION MICHIGAN - October 19, 2020 0

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and regular screenings and information about family history are key.

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Why Has COVID-19 Disproportionately Impacted African Americans?

CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY ASCENSION MICHIGAN - June 10, 2020 0

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.

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Ask the Expert: How Do Uterine Fibroids Impact Women?

CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY ASCENSION MICHIGAN - May 11, 2020 0

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

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Black Women Get Fit for the Summer

Sherri Kolade - February 27, 2020 0

Whether with African waist beads or by finding a sisterhood, black women are losing weight - and keeping it off - with these tried and true slay makers.

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Ask the Expert: How Can I Lower My Stress Level?

CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY ASCENSION MICHIGAN - December 12, 2019 0

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorder in America, and black women's anxiety tends to more chronic and the symptoms more intense.

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Ask the Expert: What are the Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease?

CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY ASCENSION MICHIGAN - November 7, 2019 0

Ascension Medical Group physician Jenese Reynolds-Gibbs, M.D. tells us what to look out for and how to support our loved ones.

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Detroit Health Department Offers Immunizations for All Ages

CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY Detroit Health Department - November 6, 2019 0

Immunizations are a key part of keeping a community healthy and the Detroit Health Department keeps families covered through their immunization program.

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