By: d-mars.com News Provider Stacy M. Brown, NNPA The 27-page book, complete with fascinating illustrations by Ananta Mohanta, celebrates what Whittington calls “the unique and special bond between a father and his little girl.” For centuries, there’s been a false assumption that Black fathers are absent, apathetic, and uninvolved in their children’s lives. The stereotype…
Summer fun is right around the corner, and boating is the perfect addition to your bucket list. No boat? No problem. There are plenty of ways to get on the water and enjoy the unique adventures only boating provides, in addition to its many wellness benefits. Studies show being on the water boosts creativity, happiness,…
The 27-page book, complete with fascinating illustrations by Ananta Mohanta, celebrates what Whittington calls “the unique and special bond between a father and his little girl.” For centuries, there’s been a false assumption that Black fathers are absent, apathetic, and uninvolved in their children’s lives. The stereotype of the absent Black dad remains quite ubiquitous…
Even as minority business owners face new economic challenges, including supply chain disruptions and inflation, results from PNC’s recent Economic Outlook survey show an impressive resiliency and positive mindset among these business leaders, according to Marshalyn Odneal, national sales executive for Minority Business at PNC Bank. According to PNC’s survey, more than two-thirds (68%) of…
What Every Man Should Know About Making Diet Choices On Super Monday The Big Game may be behind us, but for many American men, the ‘”get healthier” game is just beginning. Nutrisystem, a division of Wellful, Inc. and a leading provider of health and wellness and weight management solutions, is sharing the results of a new survey, which found…
Just one month after it was announced about rapper Saweetie’s financial literacy health and wellness through her Icy Baby Foundation, she’s headed to the small screen. She’ll be making a cameo on Peacock’s hit drama series, “Bel-Air,” a new take on the hit 90s sitcom. This isn’t her first shot at acting. The Grammy-nominated artist…
As back-to-school season gets underway, it’s important to ensure that your child is ready for the school year, both physically and emotionally, by scheduling a well-child visit. Annual well-child visits are doctor appointments for preventive health services which are essential for ensuring a child’s growth and tracking developmental milestones. The well-child visit is also the…
Men are notorious for avoiding the doctor and ignoring warning signs when it comes to their health. New research confirms this isn’t just a myth with 2 in 5 men saying they’ve put off seeing a doctor until their symptoms were urgent and 1 in 3 men avoiding the doctor altogether out of fear of…
The COVID-19 pandemic has shined much-needed light on “whole person health” by highlighting the correlation between behavioral health and overall wellness. Many people with behavioral health challenges experienced worsening symptoms throughout the pandemic, while others struggled with conditions for the first time and didn’t know where to turn. Understanding whole person health – and where…
It’s all-too-common for those embarking on a regular exercise routine to skip a planned workout for one reason or another. Here are some of the most common excuses that people make not to exercise, along with some solutions to overcome these challenges: “I need low-impact exercises.” Many traditional workouts are tough on joints, which over…
Physical activity and time outside are two wonderful gifts for your body and mind; they’re proven to reduce stress and anxiety and offer a greater sense of well-being. L.L.Bean recently partnered with Mental Health America to share 10 ways getting outside can boost your energy, mood, and state of mind. Set aside just 10 minutes….
By Contributing Writer Tami V. Allen, MS, LPC Religion and spirituality are both rooted in understanding how a relationship with one’s higher power influences the meaning of life. Though both religion and spirituality are closely related, they play differing roles. Religion is a structured, collective belief system, and spirituality is within an individual based on…
With the help of several women and community leaders, Emancipation Park was founded in 1872 by four formerly enslaved men: Reverend Jack Yates, Richard Allen, Richard Brock, and Reverend Elias Dibble. These men, along with members of the Third and Fourth Ward communities, gathered about $800 to purchase ten acres of land as a place…
Americans experience varying levels of stress for a wide variety of reasons and many struggles to find healthy ways to manage it. Minimizing occasional stress is important as it can affect overall health and well-being. Stress can feel overwhelming at times but setting aside time to unwind each day to focus on your physical and…
When improving your health and wellness, it’s essential to take care of your eyes too. For African Americans, this is especially important because of increased risk factors for eye disease and vision loss. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, glaucoma – a disease that damages the optic nerve and causes vision loss – is…
Health solutions and preventative wellness have never been more crucial. Today, six in 10 Americans live with at least one chronic disease, many of which can be prevented by eating well, being physically active, avoiding tobacco and alcohol, and getting regular health screenings. People are increasingly choosing to prioritize their well-being today to enjoy a…
In an extensive analysis of patient claims data, health plan member engagement has emerged as employers’ single best-practice solution for controlling costs and improving outcomes for their employees. In the fifth joint white paper by the Health Action Council and UnitedHealthcare, a comprehensive analysis of 320,000+ covered lives identified 50% of nearly $2 billion in…
New research from the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health finds patients and physicians share widespread trust in pharmacists. This is welcome news as pharmacists in the United States are poised to take on additional responsibilities to help fill the growing care gap expected from health care provider shortages in the next decade. The…
Sisters Network® Inc. (SNI) has remained a necessary resource locally and nationally, helping to fight breast cancer in the African American community for nearly three decades. Founder and CEO Karen Eubanks Jackson is a 28-year four-time breast cancer survivor and author who is recognized nationally as a true visionary and national leader in the Black…
By d-mars.com News Provider As you get older, you might take steps to develop healthy habits, whether exercising, eating healthier, or limiting your consumption of alcohol. But did you know that there are steps you can take to help with your brain health? Such preventive measures might even reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s – and…