The Sojourner’s Truth Health Section
Special to The Truth The statistics are real: African American seniors are twice as likely as White Americans to get Alzheimer’s disease. But according to the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2021 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report, […]
Special to The Truth If it’s time to jumpstart the resolutions you made at the beginning of the year, consider these five tools to make them more attainable: Mix it up. Finding it hard to […]
By Tricia Hall Sojourner’s Truth Reporter Local advocate Diana Patton organized an in-person celebration to acknowledge Black and Brown women. The bash was held at the Toledo Museum of Art’s Glass Pavilion on January 6 […]
By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPC, NCC, CCHt, Licensed Mental Health Therapist The Truth Contributor Happy New Year Dear readers! Since 2019, life has been rather challenging in both new and same ole old ways. […]
Participants improved both their aerobic and muscle strengthening activities, which could help them live longer and more active lives. It should come as no surprise that as we age physical activity becomes increasingly valuable in […]
The Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) has responded to the recent rise in coronavirus cases by requiring that passengers board through the rear door of all vehicles, beginning Tuesday, January 4, 2022. This change […]
We are pleased to announce that the Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Ohio Chapter will be presenting in person educational programs in addition to virtual programs throughout the month of January to help individuals and families who […]
By Patrice Powers-Barker, OSU Extension, Lucas County The Truth Contributor Dear friends, I know this is “easier said than done” but your health is worth it! I will not give a list of New Year […]
Special to The Truth Healthy eyesight is critical for educational success. Studies show that children with vision impairment can experience lower educational achievement and self-esteem levels than their normally-sighted peers. This is why it’s important […]
By Diana Patton, Social Justice Advocate The Truth Contributor The sixth-grade students at the Ella P. Student Academy (“Ella”) were asked “Which Wolf They Are Feeding?” and they were read this poem: A Cherokee elder […]