by Article Courtesy of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and written by Andrea Schmick | October 17, 2019 | Feature, Health & Wellness
Dr. Jasmine Zapata believes that the pathway to improving African American birth outcomes begins long before conception, pregnancy or delivery. It begins when girls of color are elementary-school age and start wrestling with self-esteem, relationships, physical health...
by Anaré V. Holmes and Yvette L. Craig | October 17, 2019 | Feature, Health & Wellness
The ending of a thing can often be the beginning of something special. Just ask Tamara Thompson and her business partner Tia Murray. When the South Madison Health and Family Center-Harambee closed its doors in 2010, the two women decided to establish Harambee Village....
by Wizzy Metz | October 17, 2019 | Feature, Health & Wellness
Talking about mental health to show support and reduce the stigma surrounding it is on the rise among all communities as of late due to mass shootings, natural disasters, and countless other headline-grabbing events that affect our ability to function amongst our...
by Fabu Carter | October 17, 2019 | Feature, Health & Wellness
Brain health is an important part of overall good health, although many are not always aware of the important functions of the brain. Our brain controls thoughts, memory, speech, the movement of arms and legs, as well as the function of many organs in the body....
by Yvette L. Craig | October 17, 2019 | Feature, Health & Wellness
For generations, many African Americans have developed a harsh distrust of the health care system. From medical tests performed on slaves to the ravages of the Tuskegee Experiment, many patients find it difficult to go to the doctor and feel at ease. One University of...
