In addition to being National Black History Month, February is also American Heart Month, a month to raise awareness about the impact of heart disease. Heart disease is a leading…
Heart disease continues to be one of the most common causes of death worldwide. It is estimated that in the United States close to 85% of individuals over the age…
Colorado Black Health Collaborative (CBHC) celebrated its 10-year anniversary with its first ever Gala featuring Jenifer Lewis. Following the historical year for the health focused nonprofit organization, CBHC has planted…
The Colorado Black Health Collaborative would like to help get the word out about the recent measles outbreak. Measles is more than a minor rash or irritant. This is a…
Raise your hand if you threw down eating some delicious food during the holidays! You are not alone. Many of us ate some of the all-time favorites like sweet potato…
While the World Health Organization defines obesity as a Body Mass Index (BMI) equal to or exceeding 30 kg/m2, obesity is more commonly referred to as the product of energy…
Every November, National Diabetes Awareness Month is observed nationwide. It serves as a chance to raise awareness about the impact of diabetes in our community. Black Americans have between a…
There will be plenty of choices available over the holidays and who can resist all of the candy at the office, pies at the parties, wine with the girls or…
Correction: The following Race, Racism and Health – Health Forum is scheduled for tomorrow – Tuesday – November 13th, 2018 at 5:00 PM. You must Register for this Event at www.TinyURL.com/racism-health…
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects approximately 5.1 million Americans. This disease is the most common cause of dementia in older people. AD is characterized behaviorally by…