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Health + Wellness
Find stories and resources by some of the state’s top Black physicians that aim to address current disparities in prevention and treatment within our communities.
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Helping your kids adopt a growth mindset and love for learning
Parents can help their kids develop a growth mindset by encouraging a love for learning and resilience, and by modeling the mindset themselves.
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Obesity and diabetes reach critical points among children
The Minnesota Department of Health is launching a new pilot program to analyze and address childhood obesity specifically for preventing Type 2 diabetes.
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Healthy, adventurous sandwiches for a delicious lunch
These healthy sandwich recipes are sure to add a twist to your everyday lunch and are packed with protein, vitamins, and fiber, making them perfect for a nutritious and delicious meal.
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6 recipes for kids to learn essential baking skills
Bake these six recipes with your kids to learn essential baking skills.
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Healthy aging study seeks Black elders to help advance research
Nearly 20% of older Black Americans are living with a form of dementia, and healthy lifestyle choices such as regular exercise, not smoking tobacco.
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7 Mother’s Day crafts for kids of all ages
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and your kids can help with one of these colorful and useful crafts to show how much they care.
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Dr. BraVada Garrett-Akinsanya: ‘They are all our babies’
Dr. BraVada Garrett-Akinsanya is an African American clinical psychologist who has dedicated her life to helping children and the victims of intimate partner violence.
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Race-based testing can harm Black patients
Black patients often get kidney failure diagnosis later than white patients due to racial bias in medical equations, which can delay kidney transplants and lead to unnecessary pain and suffering.
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Sabathani Community Center hosts free health fair to promote wellness in South Minneapolis
Sabathani Community Center is hosting a Spring Health Fair to promote overall health and wellness among the residents of South Minneapolis.
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The importance of self-care for caregivers supporting loved ones in the ICU
Family caregivers are an important part of a patient’s treatment plan, but they also face emotional stress and can experience PTSD, anxiety, and depression due to the emotional burden they carry.
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Turn errands, playtime, and chores into family fitness adventures
Using clever fitness hacks, you can easily integrate activity into your daily routine to boost your energy, reduce stress, and strengthen your confidence.
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Celebrate Earth Day with these 7 eco-friendly crafts
Earth Day is a great time to highlight the value of nature and preserving the world around us with fun, sustainable crafts that use recycled materials and teach kids about the Earth.
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The aging out process and support systems for adults with disabilities
Adults with disabilities face many challenges when aging out of transition services, including finding housing, employment, and social skills.
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Husband gives wife the gift of life
Cherida Terrill was faced with the heartbreak of a failing kidney but she discovered a surprising kidney donor match.
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Skip delivery and make pizza at home in 5 easy steps
Make homemade pizza as a family to save money and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience, from making the dough to choosing your own toppings and baking the pizza.
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Culturally specific organizations to battle opioid crisis
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced the first awardees of the first round of opioid settlement funding to address the opioid crisis in local communities, with the goal of reducing disparities in opioid deaths and emergency room visits.
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The journey of autism and disability systems: A look at diagnosis, trust, and access
Despite the increased awareness and education around autism, many families still struggle to access needed services.
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Nurturing emotional well-being in children for resilient kids
Parents can help their children develop emotional resilience by providing a safe space for them to practice coping mechanisms, self-awareness, and empathy, and by modeling emotional resilience themselves.
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Navigating the online dating landscape: a safety guide
Online dating offers many benefits, but it also has potential risks, so it’s important to be aware of them and practice caution to stay safe.