Prenatal Care Prenatal care is medical care you get during pregnancy. At each prenatal care visit, your health care provider checks on you and your growing baby. Find out more information about prenatal care and pregnancy. Provided by March of Dimes. View Resource [...]
Premature Birth Report Cards by State
CHC_Blogging2019-08-25T14:43:11-04:00Premature Birth Report Card by State Premature birth and its complications are the largest contributors to infant death in this country and globally. March of Dimes is working to solve this problem, and the most serious health threats to moms and babies, so all families can [...]
High Blood Pressure Explained
CHC_Blogging2019-09-23T00:24:03-04:00High Blood Pressure Explained No one knows exactly what causes most cases of high blood pressure. It can't be cured, but it can be managed. Learn more about this medical condition that impacts 1 in 3 adults. Provided by the American Heart Association. View Resource [...]
Cholesterol Levels Explained
CHC_Blogging2019-08-23T22:11:13-04:00Cholesterol Levels Explained High cholesterol can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. That’s why it’s important to have your cholesterol checked regularly. Find out what your total cholesterol should be, what numbers you need to know, and more. Provided by the American Heart Association. [...]
Eat More Color
CHC_Blogging2019-08-23T22:06:52-04:00Eat More Color The best way to get all of the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients you need is to eat a variety of colorful fruits and veggies. Add color to your plate each day with the five main color groups: red & pink, blue & purple, [...]
Low Birth Weight Babies and Black Women
CHC_Blogging2019-08-25T14:05:35-04:00Low Birth Weight Babies and Black Women Black women are 2 to 3 times more likely to give birth prematurely. Learn the connection between race and having a low-birth weight baby and what you can do to combat it. Provided by Black Women’s Health Imperative. [...]