BIPOC WELLNESS
Our communities are diverse, our cultures and our identities make up who we are. In order for our BIPOC communities to heal, grow, and thrive, we must have the proper
June 16, 2023
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Behavior Health and Wellness Blog
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A Healthy Childhood and Lifelong Health
“Early experience literally is built into our bodies, for better or for worse.” ~InBrief: The Foundations of Lifelong Health A childs childhood experiences profoundly impact their lifelong health in many
June 8, 2023
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What is Menthol
Menthol is a naturally found compound, it’s found in plants of the mint family (Lamiaceae), scientific name Mentha. It is used widely in consumer products such as cough drops, cigarettes,
May 25, 2023
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Black Mental Health Matters: Black Mental Health and COVID-19
With systematic racism, discrimination, historical trauma and the chaos of COVID-19, black mental health is significantly impacted. The daily stressors of having to navigate a society that continues to perpetuate
April 25, 2023
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The Toll of Tobacco in African American Communities
Tobacco use has a disproportionate negative impact on African American communities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, African Americans have the highest rates of smoking related illnesses
March 28, 2023
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From Crisis To Help
Check out this link to read more about key elements to help individuals and systems move from crisis to care. https://nasmhpd.org/sites/default/files/2022-11/From-Crisis-to-Care-Building-from-988-and-Beyond_NASMHPD-1.pdf
December 5, 2022
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African Americans
There are about 317,130 African Americans living in Minnesota. African Americans are people who have origins connected to Africa. They are one of the largest racial group in Minnesota today.
June 17, 2021
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