Commitment to Comprehensive Care
Why should we pay attention to health in females?
What is they are at a disadvantage rooted in sociocultural factors.
This approach focuses on black women on the knowledge and tools to take charge of their health and well being
Black women may need to supplement this vitamin due to lower natural sun exposure
What is Vitamin D
This practice often rooted in African American culture involves community support, sharing p[personal experiences to foster healing and support for black women
What is sisterhood
This pioneering African American physician became the first woman in the U.S. to earn a medical degree in 1849 and made a significant contribution to healthcare for black communities
What is Elizabeth Blackwell
According to North Well Health, their research shows ___.
What is when women are healthier everyone benefits.
Access to quality healthcare, nutrition, and exercise can significantly improve this
What is physical health
This nutrient-rich food group is essential for maintaining heart health and preventing hypertension among black women
What is fruit and veggies
This empowering practice encourages black women to prioritize mental health needs and offers joy and relaxation
Name the three celebrities mentioned and how healthcare impacted them
What is 1. Beyoncè 2. Serena Williams 3. Michelle Obama
Beyoncè postpartum care, Serena Williams's birth and delivery, Michelle Obama's IVF
This demographic group in the U.S. faces chronic conditions compared to their counterparts
What are black women
This organization focuses on its study to showcase the essential aspects of healthcare including support groups, and community resources, specifically designed for black women.
What is the National Institutes of Health
Black women are more likely to experience this chronic condition due to poor dietary decisions and lack of access to healthy foods.
What is obesity
This mental health condition is characterized by persistent of sadness, loss of interest, and affects many black women due to cultural and social stressors
What day was NCNW founded
What is December 5th 1935
One significant contribution to the higher marital mortality among black women in the U.S. is systemic racism within the sector.
This type of program encourages black women to advocate for themselves, and their communities in the healthcare setting
What is health advocacy programs
The traditional Southern diet can contribute to these chronic diseases in black women if not balanced with healthier choices
What is diabetes and hypertension
This barrier often prevents black women from seeking mental health care despite higher rates of mental health issues in the community
What is the stigma around mental health
This term describes the mental health phenomenon often experienced by black women due to societal pressures and racial discrimination affecting their overall well-being
What is black woman burden or superwoman syndrome
What differences are observed in the prevalence of multiple chronic diseases among women in the U.S. compared to women in Germany, the Netherlands, and Australia?
What is 1 in 5 U.S. women reported having 2 or more chronic issues compared to the other given countries?
Initiatives that focus on this area aim to address the unique health disparities faced by black women in the U.S.
What is the "Black Women Health Imperative"
This staple food in southern cuisine is often fried or served in gravy is high in calories and contributes to the risk of heart diseases
What is fried chicken
This traumatic historical effect affects the mental health of black women today involved the force migration and enslavement of African ancestors
What is slavery
Name the two trailblazing women in NCNW
Who is Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune and Dr. Dorthy Heights