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JCCSI: Uniting in the fight to end HIV/AIDS
HOT SPRINGS, AR - Jefferson Comprehensive Care Systems Inc, (JCCSI) and a collaboration of regional agencies held the 5th Regional HIV/AIDS Conference “Uniting In The Fight To End HIV/AIDS.”
Almost 300 people attended the the two day conference which included, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee and took place at the Hot Springs Convention Center, Hot Springs on March 7 and 8, 2013.
Katherina Yancy, news reporter and interim anchor for KATV served as the MC at the Luncheon an.... |
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SPRING: Brings flowers, showers and asthma triggers
Warmer weather is here, along with greener landscapes, blooming flowers and more rainfall. And that can mean more problems than usual for people with asthma.
It’s a good idea to make sure to get prescriptions refilled for asthma medications, including controller medicines, which help prevent symptoms, and rescue medicines, to treat symptoms when they occur. If you’re not sure which is which, ask your doctor now!
You may also want to talk to your doctor about treating allergies. Spring .... |
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Use diet to supplement your workout routine
Men and women who have successfully adopted healthy lifestyles know full well that combining exercise with a healthy diet is the key to getting and staying healthy.
Simply visiting the gym won’t work if it’s not coupled with a healthy diet.
But many people incorrectly assume that a healthy diet is one devoid of taste.
That simply isn’t true. In fact, a healthy diet does not necessarily restrict foods, but how frequently some of those riskier foods can be consumed. The following a.... |
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AMHC presented Biennial to Shape up Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, AR - The Arkansas Minority Health Commission (AMHC) presented the 2nd Biennial Arkansas Minority Health Summit 2012 at Philander Smith College in Little Rock in collaboration with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, UAMS Center for Diversity Affairs, Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) Office of Minority Health & Health Disparities, and Philander Smith College.
“AMHC hosted this event to educate statewide attendees a.... |
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Arkansans need to keep food and water safe after a power outage
It is the time of year to prepare for storms and possible power outages. Maintaining proper refrigeration of food is a concern during power outages.
Frozen and refrigerated food supplies need to be evaluated carefully during and after a power outage to make sure that the food is safe to eat. Water safety could also be a concern.
Boil orders are a precautionary measure due to the possibility that contaminated water may have entered the distribution system as a result of losing pressure..... |
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Salma Hayek supports The Breakfast Project
LOS ANGELES, CA - Breakfast is famously known as the most important meal of the day, yet it’s a meal that’s likely to be skipped. One in five Americans, or about 60 million people, do not eat or drink anything in the morning, according to a new analysis by The NPD Group; and millions more opt for nutrient-poor choices on the run. The Breakfast Project is attempting to tackle this problem and change the way Americans view their morning meal.
Award-winning actress Salma Hayek and well-known.... |
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Saving your teeth from sweet treats
ARKids First wants to remind families about good oral health, February is National Children’s Dental Health Month.
In fact, Valentine’s Month is the perfect time to show your love by teaching your children about good oral health habits. There are five easy tips to help prevent cavities during this sugar-coated season:
Treats after mealtime. Save treats like candy, cookies and pies for after mealtime since this is when the amount of saliva produced in the mouth is greater and will ther.... |
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Healthy resolutions for the New Year
As the calendar turns to a new year, the focus of men and women often shifts as well. After the hectic holiday season has come and gone, many people re-dedicate themselves to their personal health and well-being.
That renewed dedication might be thanks to all those big holiday meals or it might just be a result of the new calendar year being symbolic of a fresh start.
Regardless of the reasons behind this renewed vigor, the opportunities to make the next 12 months a healthier 12 months.... |
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It’s worth talking about: A mammogram can save your life
LITTLE ROCK, AR - Years ago, you weren’t likely to hear the words “breast cancer” outside of a doctor’s office or hospital. Most women didn’t think about it unless they had it. And treatment usually meant a “mastectomy,” removal of one or both breasts.
Nowadays, more people are talking about it — at home, on TV and even in church. More women are getting educated and getting mammograms and breast exams. That’s good, because breast cancer isn’t a cause for shame, and it’s not a death sentence.... |
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Arkansas Laws to protect from secondhand smoke
LITTLE ROCK, AR - This year will mark the fifth anniversary of legislation aimed at creating smoke-free environments in businesses and vehicles transporting children. On Wednesday, July 27th at the State Capitol, second floor Rotunda, the Coalition for a Tobacco Free Arkansas (CTFA) and its partners joined with legislators and public health advocates to celebrate the institution of Acts 8 and 13, as well as commemorate Act 811 of 2011, the new law that expands the current smoke-free cars law.
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Anti-Tobacco supporters recognized 18 Grantees
LITTLE ROCK, AR - Eighteen organizations from across the state were awarded grants to support their leading efforts in effective community-based tobacco prevention and cessation strategies on Thursday, July 14th at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) North Little Rock Campus.
The Minority Initiative Sub-Recipient Grant Office (MISRGO) awarded the grants, ranging from $35,000 - $65,000, in partnership with state leaders and public health advocates.
The MISRGO at UAPB was est.... |
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American Diabetes Association to hold free Diabetes EXPO
SPRINGDALE, AR - Millions of Americans have diabetes and do not even know it.
Arkansas residents will have the opportunity to find out if they are at risk for the disease this weekend, during the 4th Annual Diabetes Expo hosted by the American Diabetes Association. More importantly, they will learn how to lead healthy lives while managing diabetes.
The ADA event set for Saturday, June 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. is for anyone interested in diabetes or general health and wellness. The Nort.... |
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Pap test can catch cancer before it catches you!
Cervical cancer affected more than 12,000 women in the U.S. in 2010 and killed more than 4,000, according to the National Cancer Institute. Yet cervical cancer can be easily treated and even prevented through regular screening , the painless and simple Pap test.
A Pap test can detect changes in cervical cells before they turn cancerous, so that treatment can begin before you even get cancer.
National guidelines call for women to begin having regular Pap tests and pelvic exams at age 21, .... |
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Have a Heart-to-Heart in May
DALLAS, TX - Heart disease remains the No. 1 killer of Hispanic women. On average, Hispanic women are likely to develop heart disease 10 years earlier than non-Hispanic white women. Yet, most are still unaware of this threat. This Mother's Day, the American Heart Association's Go Red Por Tu Corazon (For Your Heart) encourages daughters to have a heart-to-heart conversation that could potentially save their mother's life.
Sadly, mothers, sisters and friends are dying at the rate of one per.... |
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UAMS to host free skin cancer screenings May 21
LITTLE ROCK, AR - The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is offering free skin cancer screenings from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 21 on the sixth floor of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute. Screenings will be conducted by the UAMS Department of Dermatology.
Patients will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis and are encouraged to arrive no later than 1 p.m. Free parking is available in UAMS Parking 3 at Cedar Street and Capitol Avenue.
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