The Sojourner’s Truth Health Section
Special to The Truth With the national COVID-19 Public Health Emergency officially over, medical experts say it’s time to address the health challenges that may have been neglected during — or created by — the […]
As Mercy Health continues to evolve to better meet the needs of our patients and community, we are pleased to announce the region’s first mobile mammography unit has visits scheduled throughout the region. The mobile […]
A Mental Health Moment By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPCC, NCC, CCHt, Licensed Mental Health Therapist The Truth Contributor A question commonly asked during a mental health assessment is “are you in a relationship?” Relationship […]
By Patrice Powers-Baker, OSU Extension, Lucas County The Truth Contributor The best foods for your brain are the same foods that also help your heart. There are foods as well as healthy behaviors like getting […]
By Paul Hubbard Guest Column Walking is good exercise for senior citizens and especially for African American seniors. Research and studies, including ones by Harvard University and AARP, indicate walking is powerful medicine for our […]
By Tricia Hall The Truth Reporter Throngs of people came out for the second annual Lupus Awareness Luncheon on Saturday, May 20. The Scott Park Banquet Hall was filled to capacity with people who are […]
The Truth Staff Joyce Goings has been a lupus sufferer and survivor for decades but until a year ago, she had not realized that there were so many others in the area, particularly Black women, […]
By Angie Hayes The Truth Reporter A “Grief and Loss Workshop,” a supportive and information event hosted by L.E.A.D. Community Church and the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance, was held on Thursday, May 11 at the Mott […]
For many health conditions, Black/African Americans are impacted at disproportionate rates. High blood pressure is the leading modifiable risk factor for stroke, cardiovascular disease, and dementia. Black/African Americans are 50 percent more likely to have […]
By Patrice Powers-Barker, OSU Extension, Lucas County The Truth Contributor Not everyone loves drinking plain water, so infused water is a healthy alternative to beverages that are high in sugar. It is as simple as […]