History and Traditions
The first professionally educated African-American nurse
Mary Mahoney
This chronic condition, which is disproportionately common in African Americans, is a leading cause of stroke and heart attack
Hypertension
This rich dessert, often served at Christmas feasts in African American households, is made with sweet potatoes, butter, sugar, and spices, and is often topped with marshmallows or nuts
Sweet potato pie
This cultural tradition involves using spiritual practices, herbal remedies, and faith in healing, often passed down through generations
Folk medicine
This African American culinary tradition, rooted in Southern cuisine, not only reflects cultural heritage but also influences the nutritional practices and dietary habits that nurses often address when discussing chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes
Soul food
This is the most common cause of death among African Americans, with higher rates of mortality compared to other ethnic groups
Heart disease
This African American musical style, rooted in spirituals and religion, is often heard during Christmas church services and family gatherings, bringing a sense of hope and joy
Gospel music
This plant, commonly used in African traditional medicine, is known for its medicinal properties in treating wounds, burns, and skin infections
Aloe vera
This holiday, celebrated every year from December 26 to January 1, honors African American heritage with daily themes, a candle-lighting ceremony, and cultural activities
Kwanzaa
African American males have one of the highest rates of diagnosis for this type of cancer, which is often diagnosed at later stages due to disparities in healthcare access and screening
Prostate cancer
This legendary African American singer, known for her powerful voice, recorded the iconic Christmas album "Merry Christmas" in 1945, which remains a holiday favorite
Mariah Carey
This holistic practice involves the use of gentle hand movements to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual healing by enhancing the body’s natural healing abilities
Therapeutic touch
This is a historical event in the early 20th century, in which African American individuals were targeted for unethical medical experimentation
Tuskegee Syphilis Study
This inherited blood disorder, more common in individuals of African descent, is characterized by abnormal hemoglobin that can lead to blockages in blood flow and severe pain episodes
Sickle cell disease
This color (name at least one), used in the decorations of Kwanzaa, represents the African American people and their history, symbolizing their strength and resilience
Red, black, or green
This central practice in many African American churches emphasizes the role of faith and collective worship as powerful tools for healing and coping with life's challenges, including illness and adversity
Power of prayer or prayer circles
This Harlem Renaissance author, known for works like The Souls of Black Folk, wrote about the African American experience, racial identity, and the challenges of living in a racially divided society
W.E.B. Du Bois
African American women are disproportionately affected by this condition, which is often underdiagnosed and linked to the higher rates of maternal mortality in this population
Preeclampsia or eclampsia
Merry Christmas!!!
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This nursing organization, founded in 1908, focuses on empowering African American nurses through education, advocacy, and mentorship, and continues to be a key organization in the fight for racial equality in nursing
National Black Nurses Association (NBNA)