Black women and lupus
Written by Dr. Aisha Harris Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disorder that impacts many people in the United States. According to the Lupus Foundation of...
Category : Health and Wellness
4 trends showing mental health is a continued challenge for Americans
Photo courtesy of Shutterstock (woman using tablet) (Family Features) People with outward appearances of success, productivity and happiness often still deal with internal struggles. Mental...
To drive a deeper understanding of cancer disparities in Michigan, American Cancer Society launches largest U.S. population study of Black women
With a goal of enrolling over 100,000 Black women, the groundbreaking VOICES of Black Women® study will focus on lived experiences to improve health outcomes...
I’m worried. Is this normal or an anxiety disorder?
Written by Dr. Aisha Harris Worrying is not a good feeling. It comes and goes with life experiences and situations of uncertainty. But we have...
Learn to manage high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney disease at no-cost online workshops
ANN ARBOR, MICH. — (April 11, 2024) — Enjoy a healthier life by learning to manage your high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. These...
Flint Branch NAACP to host blood drive
The Flint Branch NAACP is hosting a Blood Drive on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 12 – 5:45 pm, at Grace Emmanuel Baptist Church located...
Kidney disease does not guarantee dialysis
Written by Dr. Aisha Harris Chronic kidney disease is one of the most common medical problems in the Unites States, especially in the Black community....
Two-day event to provide free dental care for Flint-area residents
A two-day event is coming up in June that will provide free dental care for up to 2,000 Flint-area residents! The Mission of Mercy will...
Gov. Whitmer proclaims Black Maternal Health Week from April 11-17
LANSING, Mich. – On April 11, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued a proclamation declaring April 11-17 as Black Maternal Health Week in Michigan to honor the prenatal...
Walk your way to better health
Photos courtesy of Shutterstock (Family Features) A walk is not just good for your body, it’s also good for your soul. Physical activity, like walking,...