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Tracking Blood Pressure at Home Can Help Control Hypertension
Better Able to Differentiate Between Similar Mental Illnesses

Hard-to-Treat Hypertension Among Black Adults May Be Linked to Sleep Apnea

Those with high blood pressure that isn’t controlled by three or more medications should be screened for sleep apnea.
Raniyah Copeland

Black AIDS Institute Names New Leader

Veteran staffer Raniyah Copeland will succeed Phill Wilson as president and CEO of the Black AIDS Institute effective January 1.
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“AIDSfree” Fundraiser to Help Six Cities Worldwide, Including Atlanta

The U.K.-based Christmas Appeal is a joint effort of two newspapers and the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Can Personalized Lifestyle Advice Lower Cancer Risk?

Tailored feedback at colorectal cancer screenings increased preventive lifestyle behaviors.

Snoring and Sleep Apnea Linked to Greater Risk for Heart Damage in Women

Women with either condition may suffer cardiac damage earlier than men with the conditions.

Black Mothers More Likely to Give Boys Higher ADHD Rating

A mom’s race may drive differences in ratings reported for symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in kids.

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A Way to Pay for PrEP

Pre-exposure prophylaxis for those who have no health insurance

Toxic Fumes

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Nonsmoking Cancer Risks

Up to 20 percent of those who die of lung cancer have never puffed on cigarettes.

Detecting Hepatitis

New technology and innovative approaches may speed diagnosis of this liver virus.

The Exercise Prescription

Engage in physical activity daily.

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Real Health Winter 2018

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Unlawful Acts

State legislation that criminalizes people living with HIV drives stigma.

Control Your Life

From poor me to empowered woman

No More Pity Parties

How to steer clear of the victim mentality

The Experts Say – Winter 2018

These actions can help you resist the urge to feel powerless and victimized by circumstances:
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