A Vital Key to Bridging African-American Disparity Gaps in Healthcare Exists in Advance Care Planning
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A Vital Key to Bridging African-American Disparity Gaps in Healthcare Exists in Advance Care Planning

Advance Care Planning (ACP) expert and educator, Gloria Thomas Anderson, PhD, LMSW, is urging Black Americans to prepare advance healthcare documents in April—in recognition of National Minority Health Month (NMHM)—and shine light on the importance of formalized end-of-life healthcare decision-making. Families are weighing the side effects of the COVID-19 vaccines against the potentially deadly impact…

Research Study Shows Lack of Information Driving COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy
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Research Study Shows Lack of Information Driving COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy

Women, the Black community and Gen Z are the three groups most likely to resist receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, according to a recent study conducted by LevLane Inc. and MarketVision Research, Inc. The study of 471 adults was conducted to gain insight into which groups are most resistant to the vaccine, why they are wary,…

6 tips for controlling your high blood pressure
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6 tips for controlling your high blood pressure

by d-mars.com News Provider Did you know high blood pressure (hypertension) is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and “The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Control Hypertension,” nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, yet only 1 in 4…

Spring is Here — Along With the Harshest Allergy Season Yet
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Spring is Here — Along With the Harshest Allergy Season Yet

by d-mars.com News Provider Experts predict allergy season to be exceptionally severe this spring, according to the Allergy & Asthma Network. Rising global temperatures and a forecast of warm, dry air this spring after a winter of heavy snow could significantly increase pollen production. This comes after a year many people spent mostly indoors in…

Don’t sleep on insomnia: tips to help you get more sleep
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Don’t sleep on insomnia: tips to help you get more sleep

by d-mars.com News Provider Have you ever struggled with sleep? Many people know what it feels like to have jet lag when traveling, or to toss and turn at night when they’re anxious and overwhelmed by life. But how do you know if your sleep problems have turned into insomnia? Read on to find out….

Five Steps to Help Manage Recovery from ‘Long COVID’
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Five Steps to Help Manage Recovery from ‘Long COVID’

by d-mars.com News Provider More than a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s becoming clear that some patients who recover may take longer to feel like themselves than others. A new analysis of Cigna claims data estimates that about seven to 10 percent of its commercial customers diagnosed with COVID-19 could be considered “long-haulers,” or…

Be a stroke hero – how to identify the signs of stroke and why you should act fast
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Be a stroke hero – how to identify the signs of stroke and why you should act fast

by d-mars.com News Provider The sudden onset of stroke symptoms can happen to anyone at any time, making education about the signs and symptoms of a “brain attack” the first line of defense to stroke prevention. “I’m a fanatical fan of football, so you can imagine how excited I was to enter the stadium to…

Don’t let COVID-19 stop you from seeking critical healthcare
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Don’t let COVID-19 stop you from seeking critical healthcare

by d-mars.com News Provider Despite falling rates of COVID-19 cases, seeking in-person healthcare is still a concern for many people. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 41% of U.S. adults had delayed or avoided medical care because of concerns about COVID-19. Nationally, emergency department visits declined from 2.1 million emergency department visits per…

How to support your friends and family living with HIV
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How to support your friends and family living with HIV

by d-mars.com News Provider Starting conversations about health and wellness with loved ones is not easy. These discussions are often harder when someone is living with a condition or disease that is highly stigmatized, such as HIV.­ Thankfully, living with HIV has drastically changed for the better during the last few decades. This shift is…

Disparities in CPR Use and Treatment for Opioid Misuse in Communities of Color
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Disparities in CPR Use and Treatment for Opioid Misuse in Communities of Color

During May, Women’s History Month, the American Heart Association, the leading global voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, will convene a nationwide panel of leaders and activists to discuss health-related issues that adversely impact women in communities of color. In collaboration with the Association’s Go Red for Women® movement, EmPOWERED to…

Here’s why you should consider seeing a geriatrician
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Here’s why you should consider seeing a geriatrician

by d-mars.com News Provider It comes as second nature for most parents to take their children to a pediatrician at least once a year. The differences between children and adults are so stark that it makes sense to choose a doctor specially trained to treat younger patients. Yet as we age, far too few of…

Association of Black Cardiologists Distributes 20,000 N95 Masks to Practices Serving Vulnerable Communities Thanks to Donation from Esperion Therapeutics
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Association of Black Cardiologists Distributes 20,000 N95 Masks to Practices Serving Vulnerable Communities Thanks to Donation from Esperion Therapeutics

One year into the pandemic and the dearth of N95 face masks for healthcare workers continues, with practices and facilities that serve some of the most vulnerable communities still unable to obtain adequate supplies.[1] So when biopharmaceutical company Esperion Therapeutics of Ann Arbor, Michigan called the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) and offered to donate 20,000 N95 masks,…

5 steps for better health from a registered dietitian
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5 steps for better health from a registered dietitian

by d-mars.com News Provider If you’re looking to put health first, who better to turn to than a registered dietitian? “When you’re figuring out what health or lifestyle changes you want to make, write out the pro’s and con’s of each change,” said Registered Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S. (@HealthyToast_RD). “Once you know why you’re choosing…

Signs that poor sleep may be a more significant health issue
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Signs that poor sleep may be a more significant health issue

by d-mars.com News Provider Sleep is essential to overall immunity and well-being, so disruptive sleep can affect personal health, family life and work. When you don’t get optimal sleep, it can hold you back from feeling energized, productive and healthy, not to mention lead to more significant health issues. Everyone experiences a bad night of…

As healthcare evolves, is your doctor ready?
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As healthcare evolves, is your doctor ready?

by d-mars.com News Provider The COVID-19 pandemic changed how people think about healthcare. Interacting with your doctor has never been more critical, but now some or all those interactions might occur online. The ability to make appointments online and see your physician without leaving home has benefits. In fact, Chilmark Research estimates that by 2025,…

New study finds yoga key to promoting emotional health in children
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New study finds yoga key to promoting emotional health in children

by d-mars.com News Provider Adolescence isn’t easy on anyone. The physical, psychological, social and emotional changes are difficult for young people since many do not have the tools to deal with the whirlwind of feelings that come with growing up. That’s why parents and educators are increasingly focused on teaching emotional regulation. These are the…

Need surgery during the pandemic? Ask these 6 questions
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Need surgery during the pandemic? Ask these 6 questions

by d-mars.com News Provider If you need surgery during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, you may wonder what the procedure and recovery will be like. You may even be tempted to put it on hold. Prioritizing your health is important, and the good news is experts agree surgical procedures in the United States are safe. “It…

Black founder donates cleaning wipes to help frontline METROLift workers stay safe during pandemic
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Black founder donates cleaning wipes to help frontline METROLift workers stay safe during pandemic

HOUSTON, TEXAS (March 15, 2021) — Local entrepreneur and Black engineer Devon Fanfair, founder of Just Wipes, donated 1,000 packs of sanitizing wipes to METROLift frontline workers at a donation event recently, which took place at The Just Wipes warehouse on Hirsch Rd.  METROLift frontline workers are unsung heroes of METRO services, providing accessible services…

Routine Checkups, Vaccines are Essential During COVID-19 – and for In-Person School and Play
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Routine Checkups, Vaccines are Essential During COVID-19 – and for In-Person School and Play

by d-mars.com News Provider COVID-19 has caused many disruptions in families’ lives — and in some cases, it has meant that children have missed or delayed their wellness checkups and vaccinations. These routine checkups, however, are a critical part of ensuring children stay healthy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American…