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The surgeon general, Dr. Regin Benjamin made a statement that black women are riskinng their health for the sake of the hair and I wanted to address this. I have been both a relaxed (perm) woman and a natural hair woman.We as black women deal with the issue of our hair and sweating. It is not a great mix for us. I would like you input on this topic. Do you think it is true or is she way off base?
This weekend, if you're in Atlanta or nearby city, stop by the Bronner Brothers Hair Show at the Georgia World Congress Center. Day 1 Saturday UnitedHealthcare and the Bronner Bros. International Hair Show are hosting the second-annual "Hair Fitness" competition for exercise-friendly hairstyles at the International Hair Show Aug. 21 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. The Hair Fitness competition raises awareness among stylists for the need to balance beauty and health. Stylists will compete to design the most innovative and exercise-friendly hairstyle. The grand-prize-winning stylist will be awarded $5000, and the winning styles will be publicized nationally. United Healthcare will also offer a free exercise-friendly hair seminar for stylists to learn skills and techniques for creating hairstyles that are easy to maintain and enable women to make exercise an ongoing part of their daily routine. The event will kick off with the "Styling Healthier Futures" class at 10 am EDT on Sunday, Aug. 21. A Bronner Bros. master hair stylist will demonstrate new tips and exciting techniques for exercise-friendly hair. At 2 pm, UnitedHealthcare will host Hair Fitness, a contest of exercise-friendly hairstyles. The contest will feature special guests Regina M. Benjamin, MD, * SATURDAY -- AUGUST 20 Exhibit Hall Competitions Free Seminars Concert and Comedy Show Official After Party * SUNDAY -- AUGUST 21 Church Service Exhibit Hall Competitions Free Seminars/Classes Battle ...
US Surgeon General Regina Benjamin addresses the crowd at IHRSA30.
Education Update visits the Bronx Children's Museum Dream Big Day Celebration featuring US Surgeon General Regina Benjamin, US Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor & Hostos Community College President Felix Rodriguez.
Dr. Regina Benjamin, US Surgeon General, talks about the future of healthcare. Interviewed by David Burda, Editor of Modern Healthcare, for Modern Healthcare's 35th Anniversary, Dr. Benjamin hopes that in the future we cure and move beyond the same five leading causes of death that we see today. See all of the videos and read all of The Future of Healthcare essays at www.ModernHealthcare.com
2011 UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health commencement speech, presented by the US Surgeon General, Vice Admiral Regina Benjamin, MD, MBA.
Subscribe for daily health news. Like/Dislike, Favorite, Comment, Embed on Blog, Facebook Share, and Tweet this video. Get the word out on this video. - Thursday June 23 2011 12:01 pm
HHS Secretary Sebelius & US Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin join other administration officials to unveil the first ever National Prevention Strategy. The National Prevention Strategy, called for under the Affordable Care Act, outlines the ways that public and private partners can help Americans stay healthy and fit and improve our nation's prosperity. Read the Strategy: www.healthcare.gov - - - More info at: www.hhs.gov US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) www.hhs.gov We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy newmedia.hhs.gov
Vice Admiral Regina M. Benjamin, MD, MBA, the US Surgeon General, received an honorary degree from NYIT during commencement ceremonies on May 22, 2011. New York Institute of Technology (NYIT).
Michelle Obama's "My Plate" New Food Plate No More USDA Food Pyramid 2 fight Obesity. Will this new "My Plate" help to fight the "FAT" epedemic? Comment/Subscribe for latest news. Story Link: www.latimes.com At a news conference Thursday morning, First Lady Michelle Obama, together with Surgeon General Regina Benjamin and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, unveiled the new icon, called My Plate. The plate features four labeled sections: two larger, equally sized sections representing vegetables and grains, and two smaller sections for fruit and protein. Perched on the right side is a smaller circle for dairy — perhaps for a cup of yogurt or low-fat milk — and to the left sits a fork, completing the full dinner-plate effect. "When it comes to eating, what's more useful than a plate, what's more simple than a plate?" Obama said. She called the new design "a quick, simple reminder for all of us to be more mindful of the foods we're eating."
Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin, Director of the White House Office of National AIDS Policy Jeffrey Crowley and Director of the Division of AIDS at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, NIH, Dr. Carl Dieffenbach host a special live discussion on the 30th anniversary of the AIDS epidemic. June 1, 2011
University of Maryland School of Pharmacy Assistant Professor Cherokee Layson-Wolf, PharmD, was among the speakers with US Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin, MD, MBA, to kickoff a national campaign by the National Consumers League called "Script Your Future" to encourage consumers to take their drugs as prescribed.
University of Maryland School of Pharmacy Assistant Professor Cherokee Layson-Wolf, PharmD, was among the speakers with US Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin, MD, MBA, to kickoff a national campaign by the National Consumers League called "Script Your Future" to encourage consumers to take their drugs as prescribed.
America's Doctor, US Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin, in a PSA in support of Script Your Future, a public education campaign dedicated to improving the nation's prescription medication adherence by the National Consumers League. Please visit www.scriptyourfuture.org for more information.
This 30-second public service announcement features the US Surgeon General, Dr. Regina M. Benjamin, and uses hyper-realistic animation to show how smoking doubles ones risk for heart attack—and death. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: www.cdc.gov This video can also be viewed at www.cdc.gov
US Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin and Dr. Pamela Pink Dancing with Beto Perez the creator of the Zumba Fitness Dance Craze. They are spanking it for a good cause. They raised 210000 dollars that night for the MDA.
SF Marriott Marquis Ballroom - Benefit for Auggie (ALS) March 17, 2011
Earlier this morning on the Today Show, Serena Williams spoke for the first time about her Pulmonary Embolism that she was diagnosed with less than 2 weeks ago. While Serena has some of the best doctors taking care of her, we asked the doctor of ALL doctors, the US Surgeon General, Regina M. Benjamin about her thoughts on Serena's diagnosis.
2011 NAACP Chairman Award presentation to Surgeon General Dr. Benjamin
The non-stop coverage of the problems at Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant is causing panic in some parts of America, despite assurances that we face no danger from a radiation cloud.
"Take care of yourself," was a key message in Dr. Benjamin's address to the crowd of 200 community members at Mills-Peninsula Medical Center. On Tuesday, March 15, US Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin visited Burlingame and San Mateo to learn about the work of the Mills-Peninsula African American Community Health Advisory Committee (AACHAC) and give a speech at Mills-Peninsula Medical Center in Burlingame.
The US Surgeon General acknowledged the power and importance of community collaboration for improved, preventive public health. On Tuesday, March 15, US Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin visited Burlingame and San Mateo to learn about the work of the Mills-Peninsula African American Community Health Advisory Committee (AACHAC) and give a speech at Mills-Peninsula Medical Center in Burlingame.
At the 6th Annual Employer Health, Human Capital & Wellness Congress, US Surgeon General Regina Benjamin, MD, delivered a keynote addrees on the importance of making prevention central to health care.
Performances from the 42nd NAACP Image Awards Directed by Jonathan X Wayne Brady, Holly Robinson Peete, Deitrick Haddon, Dr. Regina M. Benjamin, Mary Mary, Erica Campbell, Trecina Campbell, Michael Franti, Spearhead
NoMoreDownLow.TV - from Episode 106 - Watch the full episode at: nomoredownlow.tv This segment of "Straight Talk" features an interview with Precious Jackson who talks about her life as a straight black woman living with HIV. From the full episode: Colin Powell speaks out on homophobia; Tyler Perry talks about the obsession with black men in drag; and fierce, funny lesbian comedianne Gloria Bigelow. Shot on location at the Mardi Gras Festival in West Hollywood, CA. Black Gay and in Africa -David Kato Mourned Speaking about homophobia in Africa, Colin Powell says, ""...we can give a message to the world that human rights are important everywhere in the world and are part of American foreign policy." To end homophobia, The Cosby Show mom Phylicia Rashad says, "Mothers need to advocate for the rights of gay babies. Mothers need to advocate for the rights of gay babies. Isn't that something?" Black Men in Drag Tyler Perry talks about America's obsession with black men doing drag - from Martin Lawrence to Rupaul. The Real Precious - Living with HIV In our "Straight Talk" segment, we meet Precious - a straight black woman living with HIV. Featuring current US Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin who tells us that her brother died of HIV/AIDS. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com Read our blog, see all of our episodes at www.NoMoreDownLow.TV
Rich Girl Productions talks with US Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin at the 42nd NAACP pre-awards Gala
It was a great night at the 42nd NAACP Images Awards. NAACP Chairman Roslyn M. Brock, Surgeon General Regina Benjamin and Awards Co-Host Holly Robinson Peete walked the red carpet together. In this clip they explain the purpose of the Awards and Chairman Brock discusses why we chose to wear red white and blue ribbons in solidarity with labor at the Awards this year.
NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous walked the red carpet with his wife Lia Epperson at the 42nd NAACP Image Awards. President Jealous talks about the role that honorees like General Colin Powell and Dr. Regina Benjamin have played in shaping the hopes and aspirations of generations of Americans.
It was a great night at the 42nd NAACP Images Awards. NAACP Chairman Roslyn M. Brock, Surgeon General Regina Benjamin and Awards Co-Host Holly Robinson Peete walked the red carpet together. In this clip they explain the purpose of the Awards and Chairman Brock discusses why we chose to wear red white and blue ribbons in solidarity with labor at the Awards this year.
While attending the 2011 AMCHP Conference Surgeon General of the United States, VADM Regina M. Benjamin MD MBA speaks about the importance of prevention and supporting partnerships.
In a conference held at GW, Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin issued a "Call to Action to Support Breastfeeding," citing that everyone -- employers, clinicians, family members, and government -- can help make breastfeeding easier for women who choose to so.
Surgeon General Regina Benjamin speaks with Judy Woodruff about a new study on how even just one puff of one cigarette causes immediate harm to a person's lungs and lead to bigger health problems down the road.
On November 9, 2010, US Surgeon General and MacArthur Fellow Regina Benjamin spoke at the Chicago Public Library, part of the MacArthur Fellows Science Lecture Series. She was introduced by Elspeth Revere, MacArthur Vice President for Media, Culture, and Special Initiatives.
Recorded on June 2, 2010 using a Flip Video camcorder.
The Association of Clinicians for the Underserved (ACU) President Peter Sherman presents a leadership award to US Surgeon General Regina Benjamin, MD, on Sept. 24, 2010. View the presentation and her acceptance remarks. The award honors Benjamin for her dedication to "promoting health equity and access for all," which is ACU's mission.
www.hhs.gov Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin recorded video public service announcements (PSAs) that encourage Gulf-state residents to seek help for mental health and behavioral problems stemming from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: newmedia.hhs.gov US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) www.hhs.gov
www.hhs.gov Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin recorded video public service announcements (PSAs) that encourage Gulf-state residents to seek help for mental health and behavioral problems stemming from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: newmedia.hhs.gov US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) www.hhs.gov
www.hhs.gov Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin recorded video public service announcements (PSAs) that encourage Gulf-state residents to seek help for mental health and behavioral problems stemming from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: newmedia.hhs.gov US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) www.hhs.gov
www.hhs.gov Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin recorded video public service announcements (PSAs) that encourage Gulf-state residents to seek help for mental health and behavioral problems stemming from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: newmedia.hhs.gov US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) www.hhs.gov
www.hhs.gov Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin recorded video public service announcements (PSAs) that encourage Gulf-state residents to seek help for mental health and behavioral problems stemming from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: newmedia.hhs.gov US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) www.hhs.gov
www.hhs.gov Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin recorded video public service announcements (PSAs) that encourage Gulf-state residents to seek help for mental health and behavioral problems stemming from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: newmedia.hhs.gov US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) www.hhs.gov
www.hhs.gov Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin recorded video public service announcements (PSAs) that encourage Gulf-state residents to seek help for mental health and behavioral problems stemming from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: newmedia.hhs.gov US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) www.hhs.gov
US Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin, MD visits Terrebonne General Medical Center to discuss oil spill health concerns with area physicians and administrators. www.tgmc.com
I recently spoke with the Surgeon General regarding dispersants, public health, and safety. Please consider making a donation for independent water testing. www.SurfriderEmeraldCoast.org
US Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin talks with television reporters prior to giving the commencement address at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences' 2010 graduation.
Building Sustainable Health Care Homes is a new podcast series showcasing AAPCHO's Cultivating Traditions of Wellness 2010 Conference and Gala on February 23, 2010 in Washington DC In this episode, US Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin greets Gala attendees and provides leadership advice for advocates working in underserved communities.
The US Surgeon General was a guest speaker at the global health diplomacy event in Washington DC recently. Dr Regina Benjamin sits down with Global Health TV and talks about the United States commitment to international aid and relief efforts and tells us why the nation has a duty of care to people around the world.
This is the VOA Special English Health Report, from voaspecialenglish.com Researchers say American children now eat an average of three snacks a day between meals. A study found that those snacks add up to almost one-third of all the daily calories eaten by children. And those extra calories could help explain the rise in overweight children in the United States. The study was done at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The researchers studied the diets of thirty-one thousand children ages two to eighteen over a thirty-year period. They found that snacking has increased since the nineteen seventies. And what kinds of snacks have increased the most? Salty, high-fat foods like chips. The study also found greater snacking on cake, cookies and other treats that past generations might have saved for after dinner. The study is in the journal Health Affairs. Nutrition professor Barry Popkin was the lead investigator. He says parents should limit snacks to one a day for children age six and older. He also advises parents and caregivers to provide healthy snacks like fruits and vegetables. Professor Popkin says American schools also need to improve their nutrition. For example, schools may have vending machines that offer what many people would consider junk food. There has been a push for schools to offer more healthful snacks and lunch choices and fewer sugary drinks. In March, Coca-Cola said it would stop selling sugary drinks in American schools unless parents ...
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