Washington Informer
Nearly 19 million Americans are affected by acid reflux disease also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is characterized by heartburn occurring two or more days a week, despite treatment and changes in diet. African Americans, evidenced by…
Nearly 19 million Americans are affected by acid reflux disease also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is characterized by heartburn occurring two or more days a week, despite treatment and changes in diet. African Americans, evidenced by…
People use water every day to meet their domestic, industrial, agricultural, medical, and recreational needs. Access to public water sources that are safe and reliable is crucial for the health and prosperity of a society. Making Tap Water Safe and…
Strokes can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Learn how to safeguard yourself against stroke. Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. In 2008 alone, more than 133,000 Americans died from stroke—or one person every…
Sporting a Dallas Cowboys hat, a brace on his left leg, and crutches to support his six-foot frame, Antwan Williams recently visited Unity Health Care's new Anacostia Health Center on Galen Street in Southeast, a stone's throw away from the…
June 19th (formerly known as Juneteenth) is not the only Emancipation Day celebrated by African-Americans nationally. Washington, D.C. celebrates the signing of the Emancipation Act by Abraham Lincoln on April 16th with the entire month of April dedicated to the…
A popular center in Northwest bustled with activity on Saturday during an event designed to educate the black community, especially young people, about the importance of staying fit. More than 100 people filed through the doors of the Columbia Heights…
Adolescence is a time of transition, marked by growth and change as well as risks and rewards that differ substantially from one young person to another. No one can keep up with all the complex forces—positive and negative—that can influence…
A big part of summer for many people is attending fairs and festivals. There are always fun things to see and experience, including art work, music, games, and rides. One of the biggest draws to these events is the many…
Be Healthy and Safe in the Garden Whether you are a beginner or expert, health and safety are important as you head out to your garden, vegetable plot, or lawn. Gardening can be a great way to get physical activity,…
In April 1915, Dr. Booker T. Washington dispatched a letter to the leading African-American newspapers, proposing the observance of "National Negro Health Week." Health was the key to progress and equity in all other things, he argued: "Without health and…
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