Native American
Re-connecting With A Healthy Lifestyle: Diet and Exercise
October 6, 2017 – Chronic illnesses, particularly diabetes, is a longstanding public health concern in many tribal communities in the Southwest. Native Americans are also more likely to be obese than many other groups, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which has been associated with diabetes and pre-diabetes. Public health…
Read MoreCurbing Violence Against Native Women
September 22, 2017 – Statistics prove American Indian and Alaska Native women face a higher risk of violence and sexual abuse. And, experts say, it can be hard to even get victims to talk about the domestic abuse they’ve suffered. Correspondent Antonia Gonzales talks with local advocates who are dedicated to helping young people overcome…
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