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Things To Know About Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Health in Black Communities
Things To Know About Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Health in Black Communities June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month. Among the greatest misconceptions about
Maintaining Mental Health in the Black Community
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and here are a few things to know about challenges to African American mental health and how to mitigate
Mental Health Awareness Month Reflection by Stacey Billups, LMSW
May is Mental Health Awareness Month; it is a good time to focus on our emotional, social, and psychological well-being for ourselves and for our

How to Choose the Right Prostate Cancer Treatment for You
The good news: You have options. Get to know what’s available based on your personal diagnosis. Just been diagnosed with prostate cancer? It’s only natural

7 Signs of Prostate Cancer You Shouldn’t Ignore
See your doctor if you’re experiencing any of these symptoms. In honor of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the African American Wellness Project is teaming

Confused About Prostate Cancer Screening? Answers Are Here.
Use this simple guide to navigate through conflicting information on prostate cancer and get answers. In honor of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the African

5 Things Black Men Should Know About Their Prostate Cancer Risk
Did you know that Black men have higher rates of prostate cancer than men of other races? Here’s what you need to know about your

What to Do After You’ve Been Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer
Getting a cancer diagnosis can be shocking. If your world feels turned upside down, here are 6 steps you can take to help stand it

6 Science-backed Ways to Prevent Prostate Cancer
Try these simple lifestyle changes to help reduce your risk of developing prostate cancer. In honor of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the African American



Prostate Cancer and Black America: Prevalence and Testing Methods
Prostate Cancer and Black America: Prevalence and Testing Methods Black men are 2.1 times more likely to die from Prostate Cancer than White men. This

LeNoir: Policy Change Required to Ensure Equitable Treatment for Sickle Cell Patients
As founder of the African American Wellness Project (AAWP), I have dedicated my career to improving health outcomes for our community and confronting the disparities we face.

LeNoir: The Way I See It!
Source: The Washington Informer We’re in a difficult position in this country. It appears that many of our citizens think that the COVID-19 pandemic is over. We

Steps Black Patients Can Take to Survive the U.S. Healthcare System
Maternal mortality is only one facet of a larger issue around Black people receiving quality healthcare in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease

Organizations Collaborate to Eliminate Virtual Healthcare Disparities
The AAWP is proud to play a role in helping launch the Digital Health for Equitable Health (#DHEH) Alliance. This is a milestone for the

African American Wellness Project Acknowledges Mental Health Awareness Month Continues to Urge for Mental Health Awareness Efforts and Supporting the Black Community
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: African American Wellness Project Acknowledges Mental Health Awareness Month Continues to Urge for Mental Health Awareness Efforts and Supporting the Black Community

MAGNA Equity Session: Health & Wellness
MAGNA Equity Session: Health & Wellness with AAWP Executive Director, Monique LeNoir-Pittman. CLICK HERE to watch.

Policy Change Required to Ensure Equitable Treatment for Sickle Cell Patients by Michael LeNoir, MD
Policy Change Required to Ensure Equitable Treatment for Sickle Cell Patients by Michael A. LeNoir, M.D. As founder of the African American Wellness Project (AAWP), I have

Alameda Alliance for Health
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: African American Wellness Project (AAWP) Partners with Alameda County to Increase Vaccination Rates Among Alameda County Residents Focus on education, awareness and activation

The African American Wellness Project Kicks Off New Mental Health Initiative with Support from Tyrell Zimmerman
Oakland, California (December 15, 2021) — Last week the Surgeon General warned of a devasting mental health crisis among youth tied to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Healthwise and African American Wellness Project Form Unique Partnership to Increase Access to Vital Health Education
Healthwise, Incorporated October 28, 2021 Focus on prevention and information can lead to healthier lives and reduce health disparities BOISE, Idaho, Oct. 28, 2021 (GLOBE

Ciara Cerving Confidence for Black Women
Ciara launches ‘Cerving Confidence’ cervical cancer screenings campaign for Black women’s health The Grammy award-winning singer is partnering with The Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI)

The NFL’s Racist Algorithm
Black NFL players call for end of algorithm that assumes Black men have lower cognitive abilities The NFL’s methodology has made it harder for Black former

Does Covid-19 cause Erectile Dysfunction? YES
Research suggests negative effects on sexual health due to coronavirus Oh man. It seems like every other time we turn around there’s new insight about

Men’s Health Shouldn’t Be Neglected
June 11, 2021 For many men, tolerating pain is a sign of manhood. For others, seeing a doctor for annual checkups is a low priority

Mental Health Crisis: ‘Power of Black Sisterhood’
This sister gives a masterclass on how a Mental Health Crisis should be handled. Phoenix Robles and Dorcas Monari hug each other near the Brooklyn

CDC says that racism ‘a serious public health threat’
Finally the CDC is acknowledging racism for what it is — a serious threat to public health! Agency head Dr. Rochelle Walensky says it will

What To Do For Your Child’s Headaches?
Reviewed by Jennifer Robinson, MD Headaches aren’t just for adults. About 1 in 5 school-age children and teens are prone to having them, too. The most

Less than 3% of Blacks in California Vaccinated
VALLEJO, Calif. (KTVU) – As health leaders attempt to pick up the pace of vaccinations in California, a glaring disparity has emerged from the statistics.

Dr. Lenoir on BlackUSA News
Dr. Lenoir and Monique Pittman discuss health care disparities on BlackUSA with Doni Glover.

Black Patients Treated at Hospitals With Poor Safety Records
By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter . Compared with white patients, Black adults are at a distinct disadvantage when it comes to hospital safety in the

Blacks Face 4x Times the Odds for Stroke as Whites
Once Black Americans reach age 40, their blood pressure often begins a rapid climb, putting them at significantly higher risk of stroke than their white

ACR- Black Women More Likely to Get Inferior Breast Cancer Screening
American College of Radiology Confirms Black Women More Likely to Receive Inferior Breast Cancer Screening Than White Women, Points to Need for Stronger Breast Health

Children of color impacted by COVID-19 disproportionately
Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the nation’s health inequalities have become even more glaring, with millions of Americans of color, Black and Latino

Diabetes Patients of Color Face Higher Covid 19 Risks
Black and Hispanic patients were also less likely to use diabetes technology, the study found. Black and Hispanic people with COVID-19 and Type 1 diabetes are more

How Does Heart Disease Differ in Black Women?
Splashing a little bit of water on her face didn’t calm Shermane Winters-Wofford’s first date jitters. And then what she perceived as nervousness escalated into

Black men’s prostate cancer may be more responsive to immunotherapy
Discovery paves way to precision medicine for prostate cancer in all races Northwestern University Increased level of plasma cells linked to improved cancer survival 1,300

7 Myths About Prostate Cancer Disproved
Prostate cancer is among the most common types of cancer in American men, with the American Cancer Society estimating 248,530 new cases in 2021.¹ As

L.A. Works to Combat Racial Inequities of COVID Vaccines
Black, Latino and Native American communities have been impacted the most by COVID-19, and yet they have the lowest rate of vaccinations in Los Angeles

Campaign to Combat Health Disparities in the Black Community
First of its Kind PSA Campaign to Combat Health Disparities in the African American Community Dallas, TX (December 4, 2020) — VNR1 Communications today

PSA Campaign to Combat Health Disparities
#NNPA BlackPress The African American Wellness Project Partners with VNR1 Communications in PSA Campaign to Combat Health Disparities in the African American Community The African

Black scientist at ‘forefront’ of creating Covid vaccine
Anthony Fauci has praised the work of Kizzmekia Corbett, an African American scientist who the leading US public health expert said was “at the forefront”

How Can I Practice Better Self Care as a Parent?
It’s a balancing act … Leesha E.C., MD, MPH Critically acclaimed author, feminist, and civil rights activist Audre Lorde boldly stated, “Caring for myself

Oakland physicians on COVID-19
How community health centers are serving Oakland through the crisis A ‘virtual roundtable’ with public-health experts from La Clínica de la Raza, the African American

6 Signs You Have An Autoimmune Disease
Lupus. Multiple sclerosis. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Sjogren’s syndrome. Rheumatoid arthritis. Autoimmune hepatitis. Celiac disease. Crohn’s disease. Juvenile-onset diabetes. Most people are surprised to learn that these

5 Symptoms Like An STD, But It Could Be Something Else
There are a few common health issues that almost every person will experience in her lifetime. Burning during urination, changes in vaginal discharge for women

VNR1 partners with AAWP to Combat Health Disparities
VNR1 Communications Partners with The African American Wellness for First of its Kind PSA Campaign to Combat Health Disparities in the African American Community Dallas,

What happens if Obamacare is overturned?
The Supreme Court will decide whether Obamacare is constitutional. Here’s what would change if it’s repealed. The US Supreme Court on Tuesday heard arguments regarding

5 Tips for Lifelong Healthy Habits – Doctor-Approved
From eating smaller, more frequent meals to moving like a kid, these tips will help you lead a healthier lifestyle. Before bidding the twenty-tens

12 Black Wellness and Mental-Health Resources on Instagram
From the coronavirus pandemic continuing to have a disproportionate impact on people of color to the past week’s events—which saw the senseless killing of George

I Reached Into My Pain and Pulled Out My Power
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness A personal account of an African American mom who was transformed after experiencing a traumatic perinatal loss By: Dr. Chanda

“Eat It To Beat It” During Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) challenges Americans to show their support for men affected by prostate cancer by taking a simple challenge to eat 30

Pollution linked to first time asthma in children
Pollution linked to first time asthma in children, study says — The more children are exposed to pollution, the greater the risk they will develop