By Nicole Akoukou Thompson (staff@latinpost.com)
Cardiovascular diseases, caused by high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes, have a damning hold on the Hispanic community, with heart disease ranking as the community's No. 1 killer.
UCLA researchers determined that Latinos/Hispanics and African Americans are disproportionately affected by mental health issues and chronic disease, likely due to cumulative discrimination, trauma and community violence.
By Nicole Akoukou Thompson (staff@latinpost.com)
Could acculturation make the difference in a person's health? Do most people know whether or not they are at risk for diabetes?
By Selena Hill, Latin Post
By Michael Oleago, Latin Post