Pediatricians Can Help Teens Quit Vaping and Using Tobacco
According to leading medical advocates, pediatricians have a role to play in getting kids to quit vaping electronic cigarettes and using other tobacco products.
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Dawn Staley: Top-Paid Women’s College Basketball Coach
In honor of Women’s History Month, did you know that SC’s Women’s Basketball Coach Dawn Staley is the highest-paid Black coach earning $2.9 million annually? We see you!
Affordable Dental Coverage Gives Older Adults a Reason to Smile
Maintaining your health and vitality as you age includes taking care of your mouth. Neglecting dental health can make you susceptible to gum disease, lead to poor nutrition, put you at risk for infections, and even impact your emotional well-being.
Set These 10 Doctor-Recommended Health Goals
Is it time to hit the reset button on your health and wellness? Not sure where to start? Doctors say you can make the biggest impact with small, incremental tweaks to your routine.
RSV Can Impact Adults Too. Here’s What to Know
By: d-mars StatePoint Each year, it’s estimated that more than 160,000 U.S. adults are hospitalized and 10,000 of them die due to respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, a common respiratory virus. While most people only develop mild symptoms similar to that of a common cold, RSV can be dangerous for certain people at high risk,…
How to Build a Healthy Money Mindset for a Stable Financial Future
While your path to building wealth should be tailored to your circumstances, this three-pronged approach can help you plan for a stable financial future.
The Links Hosting Black Family Wellness Expo in Greater Third Ward
The Houston-area cluster of The Links, Incorporated will hold a Black Wellness Expo on March 16 to reduce health and economic disparities and to improve lives in the Black community.
The Links, Incorporated Black Family Wellness Expo
The Houston Area Cluster of The Links, Incorporated will hold the Black Wellness Expo on March 16, 2024, to reduce health and economic disparities and to save and improve lives in the Black community. This effort in the Greater Third Ward in Houston is aimed at addressing the top five medical conditions within the Catchment…
Beyond Skin Deep: Unveiling the Hidden Health Risks of Spider Veins in Women
Spider veins, those tiny yet visible veins that often appear on the legs, can be a source of embarrassment for many women.
9 Ways to Support Mental Wellness
When it comes to overall wellness, focusing on mental health is critical, especially for older adults, according to experts.
100 Black Men Providing Cancer Screenings, More with African American Coalition on Health
100 Black Men Metropolitan Houston Chapter (BMOH) is collaborating with the African American Coalition on Health again for the 100 Black Men Metropolitan Houston’s Black Vitamin event on Saturday, March 23 at 9 a.m.
Black Vitamin Men’s Health Event
100 Black Men Metropolitan Houston Chapter (BMOH) is collaborating with The African American Coalition on Health again for 100 Black Men Metropolitan Houston’s Black Vitamin event on Saturday, March 23 beginning at 9 a.m. and will be held at the Third Ward Multi-Purpose Center 3611 Ennis Street, Houston, Texas 77004. This signature event has been…
Getting Healthier Starts With Your Feet
Good foot and ankle health is critical for good overall health, so no matter what your wellness goals are, be sure to start from the ground up.
Looking to Feel Better? Consider Adding an Iron Supplement
Anyone looking to dramatically and easily improve their overall health and wellness would be wise to consider adding an iron supplement to their diet.
More Than 10,000 Mentally Ill Diverted From Harris County’s Criminal Justice System: DA Ogg
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg joined former Harris County Judge Ed Emmett Thursday to announce that her office has now diverted more than 10,000 people struggling with mental illness away from the criminal justice system and into medical treatment.
Achieving Career Goals for Healthcare Professionals
Due to the healthcare worker shortage and the events of the past few years, those in this field may be feeling particularly overworked and under-appreciated in their current positions. In this climate, industry experts say that some of the most common career goals that people make can be achieved by pivoting to home healthcare.
FEMA talks #WinterReady Preparedness and Tips to Stay Aware
The Houston Ethnic Media service recently held a roundtable with about 40 journalists from various diverse print, radio, and digital media outlets from across the city. The event, led by FEMA, centered on educating the public about winter preparedness and staying #WinterReady. Panelists included: Traci Brasher, FEMA Deputy Regional Administrator in Region 6, Brian Murray,…
Winter Preparedness for People with Disabilities and Older Adults
Winter storms can often lead to carbon monoxide poisoning related to power outages; hypothermia and frostbite; and mental health impacts. Freezing temperatures and winter storms leave people with disabilities, older adults and those with chronic health conditions without power for life-saving medical supplies and without the ability to charge Assistive Technologies or other power-dependent devices….
Health Insurers Exempt from Covering Preventive Care Services
The ruling comes because of a lawsuit brought by a group of insurers who argued that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) exceeded its authority by requiring them to cover certain preventative care services without being able to charge co-payments or deductibles. In a big blow to health insurance in the U.S., a federal judge has…
What Every Newlywed Should Know About Finances
February is the month of love and one of the most popular times of year for couples to get engaged. According to a recent study, 36% of respondents said Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day to propose. If you’re about to get married or just walked down the aisle, here are five things to…