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High Soda Intake May Boost Diabetes Risk, Even Without Obesity

July 23, 2015 Staff 0

Daily sugary drink tied to 13 percent increased risk over a decade, study finds (HealthDay News) — Whether you are slim or obese, if you drink lots of sugary soda or other sweetened drinks you […]

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Seniors ‘Sneak’ Up on Daily Exercise

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When you think of Silver Sneakers, you probably think of a sporty pair of tennis shoes. However for seniors attending the Johnson Family YMCA, it means organized camaraderie and fellowship combined with fitness and a […]

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Inaugural Mental Health Fair and Walk a Success

June 9, 2015 Staff 0

Mental Health in the African American Community (MHIAAC), a national grassroots mental health agency, launched its inaugural Mental Health Fair and Walk last weekend at the Gateway Mall. The theme was “Remove The Stigma – […]

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Annie Ruth Foundation Honors National Red Nose Day

June 8, 2015 Staff 0

Board members of the AnnieRuth Foundation took a moment to pose in honor of National Red Nose Day. Red Nose Day is a campaign dedicated to raising money for children and young people living in […]

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First-of-its-Kind Alzheimer’s Disease Study Seeks African American Volunteers

March 23, 2015 Staff 0

More than 5 million Americans are currently suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and scientists expect this number to triple by 2050. Experts say that African Americans are two to three times more likely than white Americans […]

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