Arkansas Minority Health Commission to hold community health events in Springdale
LITTLE ROCK --The Arkansas Minority Health Commission (AMHC) will host a community health fair on Saturday, April 24, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will host a public forum on Friday, April 23, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Jones Center for Families in Springdale, at 922 East Emma Avenue in the Generations Room.
The community health fair will provide free blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, bone density, BMI and waist circumference will be provided by the AARP/Walgreens We....
Myrka Dellanos and the American Diabetes Association recognize Diabetes Month
NEW YORK, NY- - As part of its commitment to serving the Hispanic community, Colgate-Palmolive is promoting diabetes awareness and the importance of proper oral care during November’s American Diabetes Month.
With approximately 2.5 million Hispanic Americans suffering from diabetes or insulin resistance syndrome (pre-diabetes), proper oral care and oral health education have become increasingly important among this at-risk community.
The U.S. Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health des....
Arkansas Minority Health Commission new director to promote good health in De Queen
LITTLE ROCK, AR – Act 912 of the 1991 Arkansas General Assembly created the Arkansas Minority Health Commission, AMHC. The Act identifies minorities as African Americans, Hispanics, and American Indians.
On Wednesday, July 1, 2009, the Arkansas Minority Health Commission hosted a press conference at the Arkansas State Capitol Rotunda to announce the new Executive Director, Idonia L. Trotter, JD, MPS.
Trotter a native of El Dorado, Arkansas, is an experienced manager that brings a strong....
March 25 is the 20th Annual American Diabetes Alert Day
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The American Diabetes Association urges the over 60 million Americans who are unaware they have diabetes or are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes to take the Diabetes Risk Test.
The American Diabetes Association will “sound the alert” about diabetes on the 20th Annual American Diabetes Alert Day, Tuesday, March 25, 2008. American Diabetes Alert Day is a one-day call to action to encourage those at risk for developing type 2 diabetes or those with loved ones at risk to ....
Colombian singer-songwriter Soraya left legacy to bring breast cancer awareness
MIAMI, FL - - Latin GrammyAward-winner Soraya, who battled breast cancer and the cultural barriers to breast cancer awareness in the Latina community until her death in 2006 has left, as her final words, a powerful memoir to inspire anyone coping with the disease.
Soraya: A Life of Music, a Legacy of Hope, was written primarily as a life-saving message to Latinas and all women of color, who are more likely to die from breast cancer than white women. Soraya’s memoir chronicles the devastating ....
Jenny Morales still on critical need of kidney transplant
SHERWOOD, AR -- Jenny Morales, 17, was diagnosed with Jenny Morales, at age 14. Her kidneys are too small for her body and the doctors have recommended a transplant to save her life.
The Hispanic Fellowship Christian Center offered a community concert with the sisters CRYSTAL & WENDY Ríos del El Paso, Texas to Jenny’s benefit Saturday, August 25 at 7:00pm. The famous Sisters Ríos donated their concert.
The cost of Jenny’s surgery is approximately $250,000.00.
Maura Lozano-Yancy, publishe....
Governor Beebe promotes affordable health care for small business
LITTLE ROCK, AR -- Governor Mike Beebe will make visits throughout Arkansas this summer to promote ARHealthNet, an Arkansas program that provides health-care insurance to small-business employees who aren’t covered by private or state plans. Small businesses with at least two full-time employees may qualify for ARHealthNet if they, have not offered insurance coverage for at least 12 months; agree to cover all eligible uninsured employees; and have at least one enrolled employee who meets inc....
Free resources to prevent drug abuse among students
Summer vacation is coming to a close, and students will be preparing for class before you know it. So why not add a little learning to school shopping and last minute social activities? Now, students can learn about the science behind drug abuse—and teachers can get an early start on fall lesson planning—with several newly released Spanish-language publications from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).
NIDA, part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has created a health educat....
Chicago Bears football star Roberto Garza supports bilingual diabetes education campaign
CHICAGO, IL -- "Check Your Feet!" That's the important advice millions of Americans with diabetes are about to get in television, radio, and print public service announcements (PSAs) created by America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) in partnership with the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), and the American Diabetes Association (ADA). The PSAs, featuring Roberto Garza, starting lineman for the Chicago Bears, will be distributed in English and Spanish, starting today in markets....
AUTO: Did You Know?
Though many people might grumble about safety-belt laws, the laws appear to be working as the percentage of vehicle passengers buckling up continues to rise, according to the United States Department of Transportation.
In 2006, the state with the lowest safety-belt use was Mississippi, where only 60.8 percent of vehicle passengers wore safety belts. On the other hand, Hawaii is leading the way, with better than 95 percent buckling up.
Arkansas Red Cross blood supply low, urges donations
LITTLE ROCK, AR --Summer in Arkansas is when many people spend time outdoors, boating on the state’s many lakes, vacationing in scenic state parks, playing sports and gardening. It is during this busy time that accidents often occur, many requiring life-saving blood transfusions.
The need for blood increases in the summer, and traditionally, American Red Cross blood supplies fall to low levels this time of the year. That is why it is vitally important for people to donate blood to the Ameri....
Latin stars join St Jude’s in the fight against childhood cancer
MIAMI, FL -- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, the world’s premier pediatric cancer research center, celebrated its fifth annual FedEx/St. Jude Angels & Stars at The Intercontinental Hotel in downtown Miami. Model and television personality Daisy Fuentes served as the celebrity chair for the fifth consecutive year.
The gala featured live performances by legendary singer-songwriter and Grammy Award winner José Feliciano, pop singer and multi-platinum recording artist who is now rel....
Arkansas' Former Governor Mike Huckabee’s Book now available in Spanish
MAYAGUEZ, PUERTO RICO -- Most people don’t stop bad habits until they have had a serious health scare. Such was the case for presidential candidate and former Arkansas governor, Mike Huckabee, when he was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2002. After his personal success at shedding 100-plus pounds, he has found a platform to share his secrets to creating better health habits in “Quit Digging Your Grave with a Knife and Fork.”
Novo Nordisk, a world leader in diabetes care, today announced t....
Programs help uninsured Americans stay healthy
Ivette Aponte is one of over 14 million Latinos in the United States who is not covered by medical insurance. Even though Ivette holds two part-time jobs, she and her family are uninsured because her employers do not offer insurance. Without insurance, Ivette found that she could not afford medicines her doctor prescribed for her medical conditions.
But two years ago, Ivette decided to find help getting the prescriptions she needs. “My medicines help me manage my conditions and keep going to....
It’s not just bad behavior: ADD in the latino community
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) affects between four to 12 percent of children in the United States—it’s one of the most common disorders among children in the United States. Those who are affected by ADD often have a hard time focusing in school, are easily distracted, and may be hyperactive or impulsive. ADD can affect people of all ethnicities, and many Latino families struggle with the disorder.
According to a 2005 study, there is often a stigma around psychiatric disorders in the Lat....
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