Walk By FAITH brought together churches from St. Paul and Rochester for community centered walking events focused on heart health, fellowship, and wellness. Led by program founder Dr. LaPrincess Brewer, the initiative also includes Techquity By FAITH, which uses technology to expand health literacy and support healthier lifestyles within Minnesota’s African American communities.
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Equitable health care champions discuss heart health
Rep. Ilhan Omar hosted a panel discussion on Black women’s heart health at the NorthPoint Conference Center in Minneapolis, highlighting the importance of mental health in cardiovascular recovery and the need for culturally competent care.
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$5 million grant aims to reduce stroke disparities in Minnesota
The American Heart Association and the Minnesota Department of Health have received a $5 million grant to improve stroke care for underserved populations, with a public awareness campaign and implementation of care standards.
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Don’t forget to check your blood pressure
‘Stress can be a silent killer, and we’re not paying attention to that.’
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Mayo study shows link between spirituality and Black heart health
Black Americans who are more involved in spiritual and religious practices are more likely to have better heart health, according to a new study.
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Black Americans and heart disease
Black Americans are more likely to have risk factors for heart disease compared to White Americans.Â
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Lifestyle choices that can reduce your risk of heart disease
African Americans are more likely to die from heart disease than any other racial or ethnic group.
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Understanding heart failure
Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs. The most common type of heart failure occurs when the heart does not squeeze well enough to pump blood throughout to the body.
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Warning signs of a heart attack
Predicting a heart attack before it happens can be difficult. Almost two-thirds of women who die suddenly of coronary heart disease have no previous symptoms, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). A substantial number of patients will have some symptoms that, had they paid attention to them or sought an outpatient evaluation, might […]