By Charles Jones
New America Media

Back when I was growing up, Michael Jordan’s shoes were extremely popular. Since their first release in 1989, the shoe series has only grown in notoriety, especially amongst young people. Unfortunately, so has the violence that haunts these shoes.

By Robert Pagliarini, Tribune Media Services

If you're wondering how you are supposed save for a distant retirement when you're struggling to pay off debt and make ends meet right now, you're not alone. I think financial planning has failed a lot of people. The promise that if you work hard, save 10 percent of your income, invest in your 401(k), have a diversified investment allocation and have an emergency fund everything will be fine has left a lot of people frustrated, discouraged and even a little angry.

By Reference Librarian Eunice B.

Despite all good intentions, the month of December has to be the worst time of the year for maintaining healthy eating habits. And even though I always vow to be prepared and not succumb to temptation, it's still a struggle not to overindulge in sweet treats and rich foods.

By Karla Robinson, MD

Characterized by a lack of motivation, lack of energy, and lack of concentration, fatigue is a common complaint experienced by more than thirty percent of people in this country.  While the term is often mistakenly used interchangeably with drowsiness, fatigue really is a separate condition, and is sometimes the sign of something more serious.  

The holidays are a perfect time to focus on family and friends, not food. It’s also an important time to move more and eat better.

By Karla Robinson, MD

Often times considered taboo, domestic and intimate partner violence continues to be on the rise in the Black community.  Approximately, 1.5 million women are victims of physical abuse in this country and an estimated 1 in 4 women will experience some form of partner violence in their lifetime.  Recent statistics on domestic violence demonstrate that he rates of abuse by intimate partners in the Black community is significantly higher than in any other group.

By Robert C. Robinson III, MD

Here it is fellas!  Another football season has kicked off and there isn’t a more exciting time of year!  For many of us, this is a time of fantasy leagues, long weekend afternoons, late Monday nights, and most importantly the tailgating party.  But before you plan the menu for your next game day celebration, there are a few things you may want to consider if you don’t want to get sidelined before the next week’s action.

 Dear Tamara:

By Portia Harris, MD

Could It Be Lupus?

A 30 year old mother of two has been having joint pains and chest pain for several years.  She has been to several doctors for her symptoms and had numerous ER visits.  She also had a miscarriage when she was in her mid-twenties.  On her last visit to the doctor she was referred to a rheumatologist for further evaluation because she had an unusual rash on her face that resembled a butterfly.  At the rheumatology appointment she finally gets a diagnosis of lupus.

EAST LANSING, MI -- Aiming to get low-income youngsters more involved in science, a team of researchers led by Michigan State University will test an innovative teaching program that ultimately could be used in the nation’s preschools.

The World Health Organization recently announced that radiation from cell phones may cause cancer.

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
www.kidsdr.com

ILooking for a great gift for your favorite high school or college grad? Pick up a hands-free headset for their cell phone. There's a healthy reason behind this. The World Health Organization (WHO) just announced that radiation from cell phones may cause cancer.

This disease is most often seen in young children,
especially toddlers.

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

I've been seeing a lot of cases of "hand, foot and mouth disease" (HFM) in the office lately. This illness is usually caused by a Coxsackie virus A-16, a member of the enteroviral family. These viruses  are typically seen in the summer and early fall. (Don't worry, this illness is not related to "hoof and mouth" disease seen in animals.)

There are some practical steps that have proven to be beneficial in resolving some of these feelings encountered by those with the Caretakers Syndrome.

By Dessina King, LPN

Whether you are charged with caring for a special needs child, an elderly parent, or a debilitated spouse, fulfilling the role of caregiver can be an arduous task.  From the rising of the sun to the going down of the same, you are caring for someone who can’t care for themselves. Their needs always come first. Your day is consumed with where they have to be, what they need to eat, what medicines need to be given, and every other aspect of their daily activities.
 
But what happens when you just don’t feel like it that day?
 
 

 Approximately 1,300 homeowners in four parishes to receive $62 million in additional compensation

Even though a feverish child may look pathetic, he/she may not need medical treatment. CREDIT: Fotolia.com.

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
Tribune Media Services
www.kidsdr.com

Parental concerns about children with fever continue to be the primary reason for phone calls to pediatricians' offices, visits to the doctor and late-night trips to the ER. The term "fever phobia" is not new, and one of the hardest things to "teach" parents is the mantra: Fever is your friend.

Many supposed insect bites are instead due to a MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staph Aureus) bacterial infection of the skin and soft tissue. CREDIT: Fotolia.com.

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
Tribune Media Services
www.kidsdr.com

While walking down the hallway in my office, I kept hearing patients expressing concern about a "spider bite." But how many spiders could there be out there, I wondered, especially in early spring? Also, these "spider bites" seemed to occur in weird places - a baby's bottom, the inner thigh, the palm of the hand. In most cases, a patient never saw the offending spider.

According to Web Md, bipolar disorder is a serious life long mental illness that affects about 5.7 million Americans.  

By Marybeth Smith
TNCP Guest Writer

Walt Disney put it best with the line,

“For who could ever learn to love a Beast?”

But someone did love the Beast. That someone tamed him and showed him all the great things about himself and made him realize that being a Beast did not define WHO he was. It was just a condition under which he lived his life. Once he accepted this, his entire life changed.

While tonsillectomy was almost routine 30-40 years ago, new guidelines limit the criteria for such surgery.

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
www.kidsdr.com

If there's one thing I know after looking down thousands of throats during my pediatric career, tonsils come in many shapes and sizes.

Tonsillar tissue is considered a "secondary lymphoid organ" and is most active in children between the ages of 4 and10. As youngsters go through puberty, the tonsils begin to shrink. As I like to say, "some things get bigger, while tonsils get smaller," and by adulthood, the tonsils are so small that they can be difficult to see.

  For both men and women of any age, cardiovascular disease could be the first

killer. It kills more people than ALL forms of cancer tumors grouped

together.

Dr. Robert C. Robinson III, MD

“Dad just doesn’t seem to be himself lately.  Yesterday when I was visiting with him he called me by your name and insisted that mom was in the house with us. Mom has been dead for 15 years now! I’m starting to become worried.

By Rachel Hynd

By Karla L. Robinson, MD

Many recognize depression as a disease impacting the nation at an alarming rate.   According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) nearly 1 in 10 Americans is battling the symptoms of depression.  The Black community has seen even more difficulty battling this disease.  Studies demonstrate that African Americans on average have more severe and longer lasting symptoms of depression.
 

By Karla L. Robinson, MD

It is no secret that African American men have the shortest life span in the U.S. as compared to any other group.  It is estimated that the life span at birth of the average black boy is only 69 years.  This is almost ten years less than the national average.  While this disparity is certainly multifactorial, is stress one of the major players? 

 In honor of National Kidney Month, Urban Housecall Magazine wanted to bring an inspiring story of survival to you.  We interviewed Jacquie Lewis-Kemp, a woman who was diagnosed with diabetes at 7 years old, went on to experience the devastating effects of kidney failure.  Her triumphant story of survival after a kidney transplant will absolutely move you.

 By Tashmica Torok

  This beef dinner is sure to warm the heart and fill hungry bellies.

  By Dr. Daneen Skube

 By Robert Pagliarini, 

 EAST LANSING, MI --- Want to keep your boss happy? Smile at your customers. Want to keep yourself happy and productive? Smile like you mean it.

These so-called “bath salts” are being sold across the country as a
crystalline powder online, at head shops, convenience stores, and on the
street. These are not commercially manufactured bath salts that people
purchase to use in the bath tub. These products are sold with names such
as “Ivory Wave”, “Aura”, “ZOOM 2”, “Zeus 2”, “Cosmic Blast”, and “White Rush.” They may be snorted, ingested mixed with water, injected, or inserted rectally or vaginally.

(Andres Cediel/FRONTLINE)

In detective novels and television crime dramas like "CSI," the nation's morgues are staffed by highly trained medical professionals equipped with the most sophisticated tools of 21st-century science. Operating at the nexus of medicine and criminal justice, these death detectives thoroughly investigate each and every suspicious fatality.

Dear Tamara:

LANSING, MI --  The New Citizens Press (TNCP)  newspaper is celebrating its 10 year  anniversary at the Creole Gallery located at 1218 Turner Street on Saturday, February 19.  There will be live entertainment and an awards ceremony. Doors open at 6:00 pm for networking and dinner. The entertainment will begin at 7:00 pm.

By Karla L. Robinson, MD
 
With most of the country blanketed in snow and ice, it’s important to make sure you are aware of the top reasons for injury during the winter weather season.  Here we will review some of the health risks associated with the snow and ice and provide some tips on practicing winter weather safety.

By Quassan Castro

Sandra Peterson, RN, CSN
 
In a perfect world the title above might seem absurd or appear to be a joke. However, the world isn’t perfect and the question posed in the title should be answered before proceeding with anyone’s suggestion that your child might need to be evaluated for special education classes.

QUESTIONS

Why do men need to spit so much in public? -- Anne, Jacksonville Beach, Fla.
What is it with guys and spitting? -- Cheryl, New Haven, Conn.

By Tashmica Torok

I do not enjoy cooking.  I love to eat and therefore must cook.  During our first year together Paul and I muddled through.  He could live on peanut butter toast and chocolate milk.  I would love to insert a quip about the perpetual child here but I could have lived on the equally nutritious peanut butter and honey sandwich with a hot chocolate.  I swear it tastes just like a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup.

By Tom Lagana

Diet and Nutrition - Urban Legends

By Aydrian L. Thomas, M.D.

These days, a visit to your doctor can be a harrowing experience.  With time constraints on the part of both the patient and the provider, issues with insurance coverage, prior authorizations and the like, getting the care you desire can be a challenge.  What follows are some ways to make the most of your visit to the doctor.
 

TNCP welcomes Dr. Karla L. Robinson who is a board-certified, licensed family physician.  A native of Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Robinson completed her undergraduate studies at Xavier University of Louisiana.

Get in the habit if eating lots of greens like spinach, kale and bok-choy.

By Katrina Bertol

By Lilian Presti, NaturallySavvy.com

By Eric Heiden M.D.

 Danica Teresa Harris, 7 1/2 months old, enjoying a Honey Crisp Apple at The Country Mill in Potterville, MI. Her mother, Dalia Luera-Harris, said it was her first apple and she loved it! Courtesy photo 

By Joanne Capano, Naturally Savvy

Science continues to unveil the health benefits of following a whole foods diet that includes more fruits and vegetables. Indeed, it seems as if we're always reading or hearing about a new study that links the reduction of certain health risks, such as heart disease and cancer, to the nutrient compounds found in fruit and vegetables.

By Eric Heiden M.D.
Tribune Media Services

Jen had been obese, had gastric bypass surgery and lost 80 pounds. She was walking five or six times a week -- about 25 miles -- and had started doing marathons. Then she started lifting weights twice a week to add some resistance training to her routine to help reduce her abdominal fat and her risk for heart disease. Suddenly, she started gaining weight. Jen got stressed and stopped lifting weights. When she came in for her next checkup, exercise performance physician Max Testa, M.D., asked her, "Why did you stop lifting weights?"

Even people with risk factors need exercise. In fact, people with risk factors stand to see the greatest gains from regular exercise, including a potential reduction in the very risk factors they once viewed as an impediment to it.

 Eating fresh veggies is a family tradition in the Worthey family. They make it a principle to eat fresh vegetables and fruit as a part of their lifestyle.  Children, like Zion Worthey, age 7, can be encouraged to eat healthier foods if they are part of the process to prepare and cook meals. 

By Ashia Sims

I saw a review on this product on the website, www.totalbeauty.com and it was so good that I decided to try this mascara out. I don’t have very long or thick lashes so I am always looking for a mascara that’s going to truly extend and highlight them but I don’t like clumps. 

 Kameko Jefferson still has school  shopping to do for her sons,  Donovan Patterson, 4 years old in kindergarten (to the left) and Jaden Patterson, 6 years old in 1st grade (to the right).  She is doing some “green” shopping this year.  Courtesy photo

By Eric Heiden, M.D., Tribune Media Services

By Lisa Tsakos
Tribune Media Services

As Kermit the Frog admits, "It's not easy being green," but creating a healthy space for your infant is easier today than ever before. Here are  recommendations from www.NaturallySavvy.com.

Shakara Tyler is a Penn State University senior majoring in Agricultural Sciences with two minors in Agricultural Communications and Law and Liberal Arts. During the summer of 2010 she was a research scholar at Michigan State University in the Summer Research Opportunities Program.

She writes about the plight of minorities in agriculture.

 Flat abs and bulging biceps are improvements brought on by exercise. Less visible but more significant are the structural improvements aerobic exercise make to your heart -- improvements that can take you from feeling like a junker car to purring like a Ferrari.

By Deana M. Newman, M.A., C.C.P.

Summers are generally celebrated as a time of outdoor fun, gatherings and basking in the sun.  However, the summer of 2008 was an eventful season which changed the normal course for one Lansing, Michigan family leading to a tragic end. 

  By Lilian Presti

By working with a child's diet first, parents can attempt to find the cause of their child's behavioral issues without 

taking the drastic step of medicating them.

By Bob Robinson

The new health care bill is slated to help with the high cost of prescriptions. 

 Diabetes is one of the most serious health challenges facing Americans today. Nearly 21 million people in the United States, or 7 percent of the population, have diabetes. And another 54 million people are believed to have the beginning stages of diabetes. Every minute of every day, another American develops type 2 diabetes.

 Be informed about the health issues impacting minority men.  A must attend Health Fair and Men's Health Dialogue is set for April 1 at the Ingham County Health Department.

 Using real plates and cutlery instead of disposable ones sends the message that protecting the environment is worth the extra work involved.

Former Michigan Department of Civil Rights Director Kelvin W. Scott 

Journalists and citizens who file Freedom of Information Act requests often expect delay or denial, unfortunately, that can impact  your daily life. Oftentimes, the lack of information provided by governmental agencies limit the ability to investigate issues, protect individuals or open the doors of justice. istockphoto

Did you know that you can ask for the documents below under FOIA (Freedom of Information Act)?

By Lisa Tsakos

By Marilyn Bohn

By Brian Mc Donald

HowToDoThings.com

Feeling overwhelmed with junk mail? Sorting through it is easier than you think.

His Healing Hands Health Center is proud to announce the opening of its walk in clinic at 2025 W. Holmes Rd in Lansing, MI 48910

 Would you like to learn more about Bi-Polar Disorder and Treatment?

 Important heart information

Economic worries, familial obligations, expectations from employers, school assignments, relationships and now holiday planning…Who has time to relax and ease the stressors of everyday life? 

You do! 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Left: Former Detroit Lions Wide Receiver Freddie Scott was once in action and focused on the endzone.   He is now focused on the fight for early detection of prostate cancer.  He recently spoke at New Hope Church of God In Christ in Lansing.

Courtesy photo

Michigan Fall Prevention Awareness Day

Community Awareness of Safe Sleep for Babies Focus for September

Teen Prescription Drug Abuse

Helping Kids Make the Most of Summer Freedom

America: Land of the Free, Home of the Overweight & Obese?

Sleeping Towards Good Health

How to:  Select fish and seafood

Are You Eating Fish and Seafood Safely?

Weight discrimination could contribute to the glass ceiling effect for women, study finds.

“Spring is Here!” …along with Seasonal Allergies

How to prevent the flu.

Spring is right around the corner to please our senses through the sight of floral buds, green grass, birds singing, sunshine and warmer temperatures. 

Choosing wine is really a lot simpler than you think, as long as you know what's important.

“What's important is there is no right and there is no wrong. If you like a wine, whatever you taste in the wine is there. It doesn't have anything to do with what anyone else says,"

"Think of the worst wine you ever tasted in your life. Someone loves it and buys it," he adds.

Artist creates 'green' furniture to help curb home-energy use

The post-holiday season can produce a feeling of fullness and warmth — but not for all. For many, this time is often the darkest of the year as winter has settled in for a long, dreary stay.

Sweet Dreams and Safe Sleeping

Chocolate: How Sweet It Is

The New Year is the perfect time to commit to a healthier life. Commit your family to a healthier life by taking on new health habits this New Year. And, don’t worry, you can   take them on - one step at a time.

FAST AND FULFILLING - FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS OFFER HEALTHIER CHOICES

The Raw Truth About Vegetarianism

SLEEP FOR YOUR HEALTH!

Midwest Organization Heals the Soul through the Human Heart...

According to Black PR Wire, due to the overwhelming number of overweight and obese African Americans, Many African American women hope to achieve the quest for health and fitness this New Years. According to the American Obesity Association, African American women have the highest prevalence of overweight (78%) and obese (50.8%) individuals in the United States. The factors that contribute to this startling statistic are socioeconomic factors, cultural expectations and lack of diets and adequate exercise. African American women have become accepting of having larger body sizes and tend to practice unhealthy eating and exercising behaviors. While regular exercise is not a part of the lifestyle for many African American women there are alternates that can be done besides joining a gym or spending long hours lifting weights and working out. Below is a list of items that if followed carefully will promote health, prevent disease, prolong life expectancy and provide you with the gift of fitness for the New Year.

Breast Cancer - “A United Struggle”

“Good Morning America” anchor Robin Roberts successfully battled breast cancer.  She has written a book and has returned to the show.  For more information log on to www.abcnews.go.com/GMA/RobinRoberts/
GMA courtesy photo

The Women of the Lansing Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
will be observing Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Tuesday, October 28, 2008.
The theme is "Knowledge to Save Lives" to be held in the Banquet Hall at the Hannah Community Center 819 Abbott Rd. East Lansing MI 48823 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.

Winning the Obesity War - Part 3 of 3                                                              

 “Beverages & Calories at a Glance”

LANSING, MI -- To many who attended The State of Our Health: Through the Voices of Our People symposium, the day was filled with informative and engaging speakers and vendor tables.

LANSING, MI -- With a lot of pressing issues facing us in today's world, health has always been at the top of the list, especially for African Americans and low-income people.

Left :Christine Johnson, speaker; Rina Risper, coordinator of the SOOH event; Monica Jahner from the NorthWest Initiative’s ARRO program and Jolinda Wade, speaker.
Photo by Michael Jennings

Left: Jerry Cullen, owner of Salem Medical provided foot exams for attendees.  Dr. Peter B. Wollschlaeger and Dr. Maher Al-Sheikh discuss their talking points for the diabetes panel.  Photo by Michael Jennings

World War III - Part 2  “Winning the Fight against the Battle of the Bulge”

One Man’s Stroke

Part I of II
When Melik was 38 years old he had a stroke.  He will be a presenter at The State of Our Health: Through the Voices of Our People on September 6, 2008 at Bethlehem Temple. 

Left: Jolinda Wade, mother of Miami Heat’s Dwayne Wade and Right: Christine Johnson, mother of Magic Johnson to speak about health issue affecting  the family on September 6, 2008 at
Bethlehem Temple.

World War III…“A Global Battle of the Bulge”

SUPPORT EQUALS MENTAL HEALTH

Heart Disease… (America's #1 Killer is still on the Loose)

DIABETES AND YOUR FEET

Going to sleep-away camp is a great way for children to make new friends, gain confidence and become more self-reliant. Yet for parents of children with physical or mental health problems, the process of choosing a camp is complex and anxiety-provoking. With proper research and planning, however, both kids and parents can enjoy the sleep- away camp experience with a minimum of stress.

Remind walkers, drivers how to avoid dangers

“Calling All Men… This is an important message for the sake of your health!”

A “sexually” hungry society destroyed by the food it desires.

APRIL IS STRESS AWARENESS MONTH

LONGEVITY A NEW REALITY

INSTANT HEALTH STARTS NOW!

KEEPING YOUR HOME DRUG-FREE

Colorectal cancer (commonly referred to as “colon” cancer) develops in the lower part of the digestive system, also referred to as the gastrointestinal, or GI, system. The digestive tract processes the food you eat and rids the body of solid waste matter. This cancer usually develops from precancerous changes or growths in the lining of the colon and rectum. These growths in the colon or rectum are called polyps.

THE MEDICINE CABINET: ASK THE HARVARD EXPERTS

DON'T GO OVERBOARD ON VITAMINS FOR CHILDREN

THE MEDICINE CABINET: ASK THE HARVARD EXPERTS

KIDS' CORNER: FEVER WITH
VOMITING AND PROBLEMS WITH BABY’S  EYELIDS

Kidnapping headlines strike fear into the hearts of all parents, but it's helpful to remember that the actual incidence of abductions and overtures is statistically very rare.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis… “Threatening the lives of 30,000 Americans at any given time”

What Is A Heart Attack?

SHEA BUTTER: BUTTER YOURSELF UP

THE MEDICINE CABINET: ASK THE HARVARD EXPERTS

ALL OVER-THE-COUNTER COLD MEDICINES RISKY
FOR BABIES

Life is full of unexpected circumstances. Daily responsibilities, work, family issues, and other external stressors may leave one to experience occasional feelings of sadness, fatigue, grief or simply feeling a bout of “the blues”.

From one gift to the five senses to giving back, Americans can give without taking on debt.

ON PINS & NEEDLES: THE RISING USE OF ACUPUNCTURE

The thought of puncturing the skin with needles seems like a frightening experience for many. However, according to Washington Afro American, more and more African Americans are seeking alternative means of maintaining healthy lifestyles and combating diseases through acupuncture and acupressure.

Although the latest government study finds drug use unchanged, kids are still at risk and experimenting at younger ages

The day-to-day schedule of the average African American parent can be a precarious balancing act, factoring in kids, work schedules and meetings, after-work and after-school functions, meals, homework and all of the errands that need to be run in between.

Start with the basics! Always wash hands with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds before handling food.

The initial accreditation was awarded by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.

The immune system is the body's natural protector of diseases through detecting and destroying viruses, bacterial infections and tumor cells. 

Binge Drinking … The Fine Line between Social Success and Social Destruction

     The Women of the Lansing Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will be observing Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Thursday, October 25, 2007.

October is National Dental Hygiene and Spinal Healthcare Month in MI

At the request of the Michigan Association of Chiropractors (MAC), Governor Jennifer M. Granholm has signed an Executive Declaration naming October 2007 “Spinal Healthcare Month” in Michigan.

Listen to Your Elders…

LANSING, MI -- Residents living in and around the Lansing, MI, community can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke or a serious bone fracture.  Life Line Screening will be at Letts Community Center on October 16.  The site is located at 1220 W. Kalamazoo Street in Lansing.  Appointments will begin at 9:30 am.

High Blood Pressure's Silent Attack on Life…

Okay, so you know you have a problem if your pets start stocking your refrigerator with water, fresh fruits and veggies.

We all could probably use some help with making changes in our eating habits. Read all about the National Dairy Council’s contest. When your done, walking the dog is a good way to get exercise.

State Urges Parents To Remember Food Safety When Packing School Lunches

HIV/AIDS in Present Day America and Today's Victims

Not all luggage is created equal. There is a wide variety of prices and quality between manufacturers. Before you purchase luggage you should consider what your actual luggage usage will be. There is no need for you to purchase the most expensive luggage if you only travel once or twice a year or if you never plan to fly.

The Thyroid Gland…A Butterfly-Shaped Energy Regulator

The “Unsweetened” Side of Diabetes

Upcoming Diabetes Events & Fundraisers

“Migraines”…Not Your Average Headache

Let's begin by testing your “Eye-Q”…

The Nationwide Question…“What Can We Eat?”

Urgent Care vs. The Emergency Room
 The “Urgency” of Emergent Care Management

“Obesity”… Placing the Nation's Scales on the Up & Up

Q: What is racial profiling?

No “Mind” Left Behind…

The upsides of friendships are considerable and start early. Humans are born social, and even babies reach out for contact. During the toddler years, social interaction flourishes in the playground, child care settings, and preschool programs. As their world expands children are constantly interacting with peers in school, teams, clubs, and other groups.

Health Care Spending Accounts

Just when you thought you knew everything about the opposite sex…

Having a green, lush lawn is easier than you might think. If you don't have the ideal lawn you have always dreamed of, don't worry. With just a few simple steps, you, too, can have an amazing lawn.

Deane Nelson, allied member ASID, Designer of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen, A Division of Michael Fischer Builders, LLC at the 2007 Michigan State University Spring Home and Garden Show explaining their product line. Photo TNCP.

Don’t want to move but need to spice up your living area, add to the value of your home through renovation  or remodeling.

Your Body's “Internal Chemists”…The Kidneys

Survey of Heart Attack Survivors Uncovers Emotional Impact, Educational Needs and Disparity among Racial Groups - PART 2
 

3-A-Day of Dairy Fact Sheet

Don’t let myths and rumors keep you from saving lives. Learn the facts.

The most popular way for families to reward themselves for months and months of hard work is a nice family vacation

Lung cancer takes the lives of more Americans each year than breast, prostate, colon, liver, and kidney cancers combined.

The key is leading a healthier lifestyle.

Q: I’m about to have a baby, and heard that breastfeeding is better for the baby, but I have to go back to work after the baby is born. How do I know what to choose?

Q: What steps can I take to keep my food safe?

Q: How can I stay safe while enjoying the pool, lake, or river?

Q: My kids love to ride their bikes and walk through the neighborhood. What should I teach them to keep them safe?

It is very important for everyone – especially women – to understand CVD and their risks for developing it. Surveys of women show that most women don’t recognize the significance of heart disease, but it is the number one cause of death in Michigan and the leading killer of women.  About 1 in 2.5 women die of heart disease or stroke compared to 1 in 30 women who die of breast cancer. One in 10 women can expect to develop some form of cardiovascular disease before age 60. And as women age, their rate increases.

     Doctors wrote 12 million antibiotic prescriptions in a single year for colds, bronchitis and other respiratory infections against which the drugs are almost always useless.  “A study found such indiscriminate use of antibiotics has contributed to the emergence of drug-resistant bacteria, a growing problem in the United States,”

STRATEGIES FOR OVERCOMING THE HOLIDAY BLUES

Diabetes: It’s Not So Sweet African-Americans at High Risk

Healthy Eating

Does Stress During Pregnancy Impact Child Development?

Association of Black Cardiologists Providing its Unique Medical Care and Aid to Katrina Evacuees

A Health Guide for Men

Aids Walk

What is SIDS?

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the term for the sudden death of an infant under 1 year of age that remains unexplained after a complete investigatio

Talking to Kids About Terrorism or Acts of War

"Summer School" for Social Skills

Zero Tolerance Policies: Are They Too Tough or Not Tough Enough?

Zero Tolerance Policies: Are They Too Tough or Not Tough Enough?

Spanish-speaking foster homes sought for Central American children

MARCH IS COLORECTAL CANCER MONTH

LCC’s Dental Hygiene Clinic: Make an Appointment Today!

Lansing group advances cancer awareness among African Americans

     Rearing young children, for any parent, is a difficult task.  Parents with children ages 0-5 are very concerned with their child’s physical and mental development.

Keeping Your Child Safe: Identifying Potential Dangers in Your Home

What is Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)?

Here are some tips for you to stay heart healthy.

   OKEMOS, MI -- Women throughout America and Michigan will be “going red” in February to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease, women’s No. 1 killer.  A recent survey shows that only 13 percent of women consider cardiovascular disease their greatest health risk, but heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases claim the lives of nearly half a million women each year - about a death a minute.  That’s more lives than the next six causes of death combined.

MSU PHYSICIAN HELPS DEVELOP NEW GUIDELINES
FOR DIAGNOSIS OF CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

The number of reasons to store your child’s umbilical cord blood is growing every day.

Melanoma Deadlier in Blacks 

Early Detection is Key to Survival

Dr. Derrich Beech, chief of surgical oncology at the University of Tennessee at Memphis points out that Bob Marley, the renowned Reggae musician, died from an aggressive and deadly form of the disease.
 

More than Half of People with Diabetes May Be At Risk of Going Blind or Losing Limbs

Think about packing a first aid kit along with those picnic baskets and beach chairs this summer.  Buy a prepackaged first aid kit or you can make your own for use at home and when traveling in case of emergencies

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) is a neurobiological disability. It is characterized by developmentally inappropriate impulsivity, inattention, and in some cases, hyperactivity.

Urges Parents and Teens to Learn the Warning Signs of Teen Depression and Suicide

Film, Stage and Television Star, Perry King, a 38-Year Motorcycle Riding Veteran, Is Spokesperson in Nationwide Broadcast Blitz

ASTHMA IN THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY

This is for all the mothers who have sat up all night with sick toddlers in their arms, wiping up barf laced with Oscar Mayer wieners and cherry Kool-Aid saying, "It's OK honey, Mommy's here."

Jerry Esposito began his career in the Wellness and Fitness industry for almost 1 year.   He works for Cablevision Systems Corporation, in Bethpage, New York, where his department provides health related screenings, seminars and educational information to its over 25,000 employees.