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Community Health

How Redlining, Racism Harm Black Americans' Health

Systemic racism has a huge impact on the health of Black Americans, and not just in the doctor’s office. In a Facebook Live event, Side Effects Public…
Personal Health

Even Small Changes Made Midlife Can Help Keep Your Heart Healthy

If you’re already wavering on your resolution to shed those fifteen pounds, cut down on your drinking, or eat more kale, here’s another reason to stick…
Research

Study: Obesity Fuels Silent Heart Damage

The findings of the federally funded study, published ahead of print in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology: Heart Failure, challenge the…

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In each installment of The Checkup, the health reporting team at Side Effects Public Media explores a single question sparked by a recent news story, or maybe by one of our listeners. You can find every episode online, on the radio, or hear us on the WFYI News Now podcast.