A nd S creening The health of African-Americans has improved over the last thirty years. The life expectancy of African American women has increased from 68 to 74 years. Many factors have helped improve our health such as regular medical care, exercise, a healthy diet, and timely screening tests. This article will focus on preventive interventions- screening tests, counseling interventions and immunizations as recommended by the United States Preventative Services Task Force. We need to be aware of these health screens to make sure we are properly screened in order to ensure a healthier future for ourselves and our families.
Heart disease remains the greatest killer of African American women.
May decrease frequency or discontinue after ages 65-69. Periodically in high risk. One out of every four black women over the age of 55 suffers from diabetes. Diet, exercise, weight loss and medications can control diabetes. Obesity contributes to heart disease, diabetes, stroke, arthritis, depression endometrial, breast, and prostate cancers.