A COMPUTER CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE
Written by Dr. Donald Henderson, M.D., M.P.H
14 March 2013
Dr. Donald Henderson M.D., M.P.H
A COMPUTER CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE
The sum of human information as to how to diagnose or treat an illness changes and expands every day. It’s impossible for ... read more >>
Health is Wealth
Written by Dr. Bill Releford
14 March 2013
Dr. Bill Releford
Just 43 percent of Americans eat at the dinner table every day – and we’re a fatter, unhealthier nation because of it.
Instead of gathering together for healthful, home-cooked ... read more >>
What the Health Law Means to African-Americans
Written by By George Davis, Interim State President, AARP California
04 March 2013
By George Davis, Interim State President, AARP California
Tasha Jones, a 50-year-old African-American woman from Missouri, wants to overcome the pattern of diabetes and heart disease in her family.
“I ... read more >>
Health is Wealth: Make Love, Not Heart Disease
Written by Dr. Bill Releford
04 March 2013
Health is Wealth
Make Love, Not Heart Disease
Want to reduce your risk of heart disease? Have sex twice a week!
Nobody wants to have a heart attack, but taking the steps ... read more >>
Scientists say baby born with HIV apparently cured
Written by Lauran Neergaard, Associated Press
04 March 2013
This image released by the University of Mississippi Medical Center shows Dr. Hannah Gay, a pediatric HIV specialist at the University of Mississippi, Friday, March 1, 2013. A baby born with the ... read more >>
Vegetable of the Month
Written by Dr. Releford
04 March 2013
HEALTH IS WEALTH
Vegetable of the Month
Have you heard the saying “kale is the new beef”? It’s all over the Internet, and has even made it on to T-shirts.
But this is no ... read more >>
THE hCG DIET---WHAT ARE THE FACTS?
Written by Dr. Donald Henderson
28 February 2013
There is a world of difference between the little (h) and the big (H)
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone produced during pregnancy. Males also produce hCG in the brain in the pituitary ... read more >>
Flu shot doing poor job of protecting older people
Written by Mike Stobbe, Associated Press
22 February 2013
Bottles of adjuvants for use with the Pandemrix H1N1 flu vaccine are seen lined up during a vaccination programme in Schiedam in this November 23, 2009 photo. Photo By: REUTERS/Jerry Lampen/Files
ATLANTA ... read more >>
Walk, jog and climb your way to a better you!
Written by Brian W. Carter, Sentinel Staff Writer
20 February 2013
The stair climb to the top of the overlook is a heart-throbber sure to get anyone in shape.
The trails at the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook offer a casual stroll while toning muscles and burning ... read more >>
In the Meantime Group Rally’s Against Homophobia
Written by Jennifer Bihm
19 February 2013
Members of In the Meantime Men’s Group, Inc. will celebrate the 13th annual National Black HIV/ AIDS Awareness Day by hosting a series of events from February 5 through 10 including the launching ... read more >>
Glaucoma Cases Among African Americans To Increase 66 Percent by 2030
Written by Sentinel News Service
03 January 2013
As you and your loved ones watch the dawning of 2013, everyone is hopeful of what the new year will bring—reunions, graduations, marriages, and other fun family occasions. January is Glaucoma ... read more >>
The Importance of Sickle Cell Awareness
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor)
26 September 2012
A healthy red blood cell (left) and a sickle blood cell (right)
Acknowledging the threat of sickle cell anemia is the first step to victory over this disease.
Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is ... read more >>
Knowledge is Power – Know Your Health Options
Written by Donald Henderson, M.D., M.P.H
05 September 2012
Donald Henderson, M.D., M.P.H.
Knowledge is Power – Know Your Health Options
Let’s face the truth, given the status of the US and global economy, your chances of living longer will increasingly ... read more >>
How to Live a Longer & Happier Life: A Roadmap to Good Health
Written by Donald Henderson, M.D., M.P.H
28 August 2012
How to Live a Longer & Happier Life: A Roadmap to Good Health
Donald Henderson, M.D., M.P.H
I am often puzzled by patients who report that they hardly eat anything yet they continue ... read more >>
Consumers Warned Not to Eat Gold Plum Candy Imported From Taiwan
Written by Sentinel News Service
23 July 2012
SACRAMENTO – Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and state health officer, today warned consumers not to eat Gold Plum candy imported from Taiwan after ... read more >>
Black Men & Prostate Cancer
Written by Dianne Anderson (Special to the NNPA)
18 June 2012
Black Men & Prostate CancerBy Dianne AndersonSpecial to the NNPA from the Precinct ReporterSince only Black men are dying from prostate cancer earlier and at twice the rate over every other racial ... read more >>
November is Recognized as Diabetes Month
Written by Cheryl Tillman Lee (Family Editor)
18 November 2011
Statistics proves a compelling relationship between a proper diet and good healthBy Cheryl Tillman LeeFamily EditorNovember is Diabetes Month. The cause of diabetes continues to be a mystery, although ... read more >>
Ports of L.A. and L.B. announce clean air award winners
Written by Sentinel News Service
04 August 2011
PORTS OF LOS ANGELES AND LONG BEACH ANNOUNCE CLEAN AIR AWARD WINNERSLocal Companies Recognized for Going Beyond Requirements to Reduce Emissions The Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have selected ... read more >>
GCC is FDA Approved
Written by Cherly Tillman Lee (Family Editor)
22 July 2011
Global Cardio Care clinic is the largest free standing medical and wellness clinic in the world managing deliverance of FDA approved enhanced external counterpulsation known as (EECP). Simply put, EECP ... read more >>
GLACVDC Confirms Two West Nile Positive Dead Birds
Written by Sentinel News Service
02 July 2011
The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District (GLACVCD) has confirmed its first West Nile virus (WNV) positive dead birds for the year. The two dead American Crows were collected in Cerritos (zip ... read more >>
Saving Ourselves Sisters Workshop
Written by Lady Cage - Barile
01 July 2011
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN, INC. / Los Angeles View Park Section, Saving Ourselves Sisters (SOS) Workshop Graduates of May 21, 2011 ClassNCNW-L.A. View Park Section Presents Saving Ourselves Sisters ... read more >>