It’s About YOU! – African American Health and Wellness
It’s About YOU! NEXT GENERATION. The African American community has overcome many obstacles in the past, this is our next challenge. source
African American Health Concerns
A Powerpoint presentation on the top health concerns for the African America Population. source
Obesity, overweight tied to shorter life, more years with heart disease
(Reuters Health) – Obese people have shorter lives and even those who are just overweight spend more years living with heart disease than individuals who are a healthy weight, a…
15 Nov 2013: Interview with Dr Terence Kee
Dr Terence Kee from the Singapore General Hospital shares what transplant patients can look forward to at the Singapore General Hospital’s new one-stop centre; and how more can be encouraged……
Bolivian women weave devices to patch holes in hearts
(Reuters Health) – A team of Bolivian women are using indigenous Aymara weaving patterns to craft devices that can help repair heart defects, doctors involved in developing the device report…
Heart Health Disparities Biggest For African-Americans
African-Americans are more likely to suffer from poor cardiovascular health. A new statement from the American Heart Association says that this is partially due to less effective disease prevention… source
Heart disease patients live longer when they exercise
(Reuters Health) – Older adults with heart disease who regularly exercise, even a little bit, may live longer than they would without any physical activity, a Norwegian study suggests. Researchers…