Noteworthy & “Command Performances” Both Near & Far
In the United States there are currently about 1.3 million occupied public housing units administered by over 3400 public housing authorities. Public Housing residents are NOT on vouchers or section 8 funds.. Those are separate systems. Public Housing is administered by local housing authorities that qualify for funding. Integrating health care into these facilities is a Godsend for their patients!
Accessing quality, comprehensive health care isn’t easy for some people let alone if one is homeless. When the barriers are transportation or fear of a doctor you have to leave your neighborhood to visit, Charles Drew Health Care Inc. tries to remove as many of the reasons and barriers as possible so clients get the best care available. Charles Drew is serious about serving their community. Read here for more…
After a dicey April, May presents us with a plethora of Health awareness topics spanning from the silliest to one of the most physically debilitating diseases known to modern man. Many good links to bookmark and “Don’t Worry,, Be Happy” once you’re in the KNOW!
April showers lead to May FLOWERS but only if the April showers know what they are doing! Take control of your own assorted “populations” if they have the name of an STI on them, and test, treat and make sure to bring condoms to the party!
“African Americans and Hispanics represent 31% of people in the U.S. but they account for approximately 77% of women living with HIV.â This year Women have to start somewhere so why not start with YOU? Know YOUR HIV/STI status TODAY!
“On this occasion, World Kidney Day and the International Womenâs Day 2018 are commemorated on the same day, offering us the opportunity to reflect on the importance of womenâ s health and specifically their kidney health. On its 13th anniversary, World Kidney Day promotes affordable and equitable access to health education, healthcare and prevention for kidney diseases for all women and girls in the world.”
There are awareness days and then there’s AWARENESS DAYS! This one is one of the latter. To be fair, it’s short and simple…
The National Kidney Foundation is the leading organization in the U.S, dedicated to the awareness, prevention and treatment of kidney disease for hundreds of thousands… Read More »National Kidney Month March 2018
Abuse starts at a very young age for many who go on to abuse the ones they say they love-A vicious circle. 1 out of every 10 teens are slapped, punched or struck by their boy or girl friend. Stop the Cycle-Get the Facts.
In a day when Women are using their voices to raise awareness of Women’s issues, this is poignant; “HIV is the leading cause of death and disability among women of reproductive age globally, underscoring the need for prevention tools designed with womenâs realities in mind. Female condoms can put the power of protection in womenâs hands right now.” Condoms are about 85% effective…