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The Doctor Is In
Practitioners stress health care issues for the African American community
From the Winter 2003-2004 Issue |
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Despite notable progress in the overall health of the United States, many African Americans experience certain diseases and conditions in disproportionate numbers to their white counterparts. Statistics show that African Americans suffer from diabetes, heart disease, and other medical problems.
Healthy People 2010 is a comprehensive set of health objectives for the nation, and includes two goals: increasing the quality and years of life of all Americans, and eliminating racial and ethnic disparities in health. This initiative, under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, continues to explore and identify strategies to eliminate racial and ethnic disparities in health.
Individuals can greatly contribute to the success of their own medical visit or encounter. Be actively involved in the decisions that affect your health and wellness. Select a medical provider who is qualified, competent, and in tune to your comfort levels.
Kaleidoscope is proud to present this informative medical initiative for the African American community. "The Doctor Is In" spotlights Northeast Ohio physicians, and offers health care advice and health awareness issues targeting African Americans. By empowering the African American community on ways to improve our individual health, the health of our loved ones, and the health of our community, it mobilizes us in ways to be more actively involved in the decisions that affect our health and wellness.
Look for the rest of this article in the Winter 2003-2004 Issue. |
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