Science-backed strategies to improve fitness and reduce health disparities through targeted physical activity For Black Americans, developing an effective exercise routine goes beyond general fitness goals. It represents a crucial strategy for addressing historical health disparities and reducing the risk of chronic diseases that disproportionately
Trying to tell the difference between what expected behaviors are and what might be the signs of a mental illness isn’t always easy. There’s no easy test that can let someone know if there is mental illness or if actions and thoughts
NAMI recognizes that other organizations have drawn distinctions between what diagnoses are considered “mental health conditions” as opposed to “mental illnesses.” We intentionally use the terms “mental health conditions” and “mental illness/es” interchangeably. A mental illness is a condition that affects a
What is Asthma? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), asthma is a disease that affects your lungs. It causes repeated episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and nighttime or early morning coughing. Asthma can be controlled by taking medicine and
The unseen signs of progress on your fitness journey The journey to fitness success involves more than just physical changes you can see. Exercise brings about numerous benefits that begin deep within the body, even before any visible transformations appear. Understanding these markers of progress can
