The Lupus Awareness Parade
By Dawn Scotland The Truth Reporter “This is a Jesus moment,” said Rachelle Roy, founder of the Living with Lupus Walk in Toledo. On Saturday morning, May 21 Roy was filled with emotion as hundreds […]
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The Sojourner’s Truth Health Section
Second Annual Living With Lupus March Coming
Sojourner’s Truth Staff Rachelle Roy was diagnosed with discoid lupus in 2005 and was quietly living with the discomfort and the drop in self esteem the condition caused for about 15 years before deciding that […]
Lucas County COVID-19 Cases Continue Upward Trend
As the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department continues to monitor an increase in the spread and impact of COVID-19 across the county, TLCHD recommends that the public know their COVID-19 Community Level and take additional precautions […]
A Mental Health Moment: The Wise Mind
By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPCC, NCC, CCHt Licensed Mental Health Therapist The Truth Contributor Every day decisions are necessary. Some are about finite responsibilities such as what time to get up, to be to […]
Fresh Herbs for Health
By Patrice Powers-Baker, OSU Extension, Lucas County The Truth Contributor Herbs are often offered as a solution to limit salt in the diet. For example, dried herbs can be a good substitute for salt to […]
Tips for Enjoying the Sunny Season Safely
As the days grow long and the weather warms, you’re likely spending more time outdoors. Whether you’re taking a brisk walk around the neighborhood or competing in a triathlon, keep these five sunny season tips […]
Connecting Kids to Meals Receives USDA’s Turnip the Beet Bronze Award
Connecting Kids to Meals (CKM) announced the distinct honor of being awarded the Turnip the Beet Bronze Award for the work done during last year’s Summer Meal Program to feed thousands of kids. Every year, […]
A Well-Intended Federal Drug Pricing Program Being Exploited by Hospitals Should Be Redesigned to Help Uninsured and Low-Income Ohioans
By State Rep. Paula Hicks-Hudson Guest Column During the COVID pandemic, physicians, nurses, and staff across the state of Ohio have been working in challenging conditions while treating patients and saving lives. While physicians and […]
Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Ohio Chapter to Host African American Community Forum April 24
Bradfield Community Center in Lima, Ohio will be the location of an Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Ohio Chapter Community Forum that is designed to gather critical information about the barriers confronting the local African American community […]