Health
Awareness
Health is a vital component of a thriving community. The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Southern Maryland Chpater is concerned about the well-being of the whole community and the whole person: physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Our primary focuses for health advocacy are Family and childhood Obesity, Cancer/Health Disparities, and Metabolic Disease.
Our Focus on Health:
Link to Better Health in Your Community
Regularly visit your local health department website to discover essential services and programs dedicated to enhancing and sustaining your health and well-being.
Important health resources are only a click away!
Facts about Black Women's Health
Cardiovascular
Heart disease and stroke. Though rates have been improving, heart disease is still the #1 killer of black women, and stroke is the #3 killer. High blood pressure, overweight and obesity, and diabetes are the most common conditions that can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. African-American women develop high blood pressure earlier in life and have higher average blood pressure compared with other women.