Healthcare professionals argue serious need to improve healthcare by updating law
Featured photo: Taneisha Franklin believes it presents a problem when PAs like herself are not able to make an initial evaluation and certify individuals as...
Category : Health and Wellness
Genesee ISD to host Mental Health Symposium
Flint, MI – The Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD), in collaboration with Genesee Health System and local area school districts, is hosting a Mental Health...
National Kidney Month: Free screening in Flint on March 23
FLINT, MICH. – (March 5, 2024) – March is National Kidney Month. The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM) encourages everyone to find out their risk for...
How to prepare your body for Daylight Saving Time
Photo courtesy of Unsplash (Family Features) Millions of Americans will soon get extra sunlight in the evenings when daylight saving time (DST) – observed by...
Novavax’s Protein-based Non-mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine Available Now as Additional Dose for Individuals Aged 65 and Older Following U.S. CDC Advisory Committee Recommendation
On Feb. 28, 2024, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted in favor (11 to 1;...
Strokes happen in every neighborhood
Featured photo: Dr. Aisha Harris Written by Dr. Aisha Harris The brain is a powerhouse. But if it is bleeding or does not have enough...
Low income areas have higher rates of high blood pressure
Dr. Robinson leads Hamilton Community Health Network Initiative of Hypertension Screenings and Prevention Donald Robinson, MD, of Hamilton Community Health Network’s North Pointe clinic wants...
Guilt-free, superfruit snacking: sweet treats made to permissibly indulge
(Family Features) For many, enjoying a small indulgence can serve as a reward for a job well done or a mood-boosting pick-me-up. In fact, mindful...
‘Our Heart Matters’ event continues to impact lives of local community in its second year
Featured photo: Dr. Tiffany Quinn-organizer, Dominique Strong-assistant, Nurse Tarnesa Martin-presenter, Flint School Superintendent Pastor Kevelin Jones-Host, Lady Tanisha Jones-Host, Dr. Darcele Robinson-Zeta and Keisha Wash-Zeta...
Why women’s hearts are in danger
Photo by RDNE Stock project on Pexels FLINT, MICH. – Brandi Buskirk, PA-C, is a passionate advocate for women’s heart health, aiming to raise awareness...