The Sojourner’s Truth Health Section
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 […]
By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPCC, CCHt Licensed Mental Health Therapist The Truth Contributor If you were born a female there is a high probability that you may one day become a mother by giving […]
By Paul Hubbard Guest Column If you feel that making friends as an African American adult and senior citizen isn’t as easy as it used to be, you are right. As kids, we had recess […]
By Dr. Anita M. Lewis-Sewell, MD Special to The Truth Life is a journey. This is a familiar and frequently used phrase. We can all agree that life, like a human kaleidoscope, is constantly changing, […]
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 […]
By Asia Nail The Truth Reporter In recent years, there is a growing movement to raise awareness and advocate for those living with sickle cell disease, a genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people […]
Special to The Truth It’s no secret that the country is feeling the pinch from inflation and the rising costs of goods and services, with 48% of Americans struggling to make ends meet financially, according […]
The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department’s Office on Minority Health is pleased to announce the 36th Annual Minority Health kickoff. The Toledo Lucas County Health Department’s Office on Minority Health will be hosting several events during […]
A Mental Health Moment By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPCC, CCHt, Licensed Mental Health Therapist The Truth Contributor Society has deemed women more emotional than men for centuries. It caused women to be blocked from […]