(NAPSI)—April marks National Minority Health Month, a time to recognize the health disparities that affect diverse communities across the country, including conditions that impact women and have historically been understudied. Join the mission to reduce health disparities and save lives by scheduling a blood donation appointment at RedCross.org.
Research by Junior Achievement USA and Ipsos indicates teens remain optimistic about their futures, despite predictions about AI. To help, Junior Achievement is promoting mentorship, education or training, obtaining a college degree in a high-demand field, and starting a business. Learn more at JA.org/Next.
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) has helped an estimated 244,000 people with Parkinson’s disease regain control of their movement and independence in daily life. It sends mild electrical signals to a portion of the brain from a small, implanted device called a stimulator. Learn more at DBSandMe.com.
There’s no time like spring for some preventive vehicle maintenance, say the experts at Mopar, the global parts and service brand of Stellantis. For more information, go to www.mopar.com or to check out available service coupons, go to https://www.mopar.com/en-us/service-coupons-and-offers.html#coupons-section.
Economic mobility—the ability of each new generation to do as well or better as the preceding one—has declined 45 percent for Americans over the past several decades. To help, Junior Achievement promotes economic mobility for Gens Z and Alpha despite a rapidly changing economy. Learn more at JA.org/Next.
Many people with severe COPD/emphysema are finding relief with Zephyr® Valves, a type of EBV manufactured by Pulmonx Corporation. The tiny, one-way devices are placed in patients’ airways bronchoscopically without incisions. The valves release trapped air and redirect airflow to healthier parts of the lung. Learn more at https://pulmonx.com/.
The healthcare providers at Oak Street Health deliver personalized, preventive primary care to meet the unique needs of older adults. Learn more at oakstreethealth.com/locations or call 855-252-6756.
Over the last century, practice and study have built dentists’ understanding of how oral hygiene affects not only the mouth, but many different facets of health. Learn more at www.deltadentalwi.com.
Searching for an online K-12 program can seem a daunting task, but there are resources that can help. Programs such as Laurel Springs School offer community-building opportunities with excellent academic outcomes. To learn more, visit laurelsprings.com.
When buying upholstered furniture, consider CertiPUR-US® certified foam. Visit certipur.us/directory to find manufacturers and retailers offering upholstered furniture.
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