Contributed By: Samuel Momodu Freedom House Ambulance Service (Detre Library Archives) The Freedom House Ambulance Service was an emergency medical service (EMS) founded in 1967 to provide medical services to the predominantly African American Hill District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The service was staffed entirely by African Americans. The Freedom House Ambulance Service was also the firstContinue reading “Freedom House Ambulance Service (1967-1975)”
Author Archives: Dr. Marilyn Crosby, PhD, MBA, MSN RN
BLACK HISTORY MONTH:
Introducing Daniel Hale, MD, was born in Pennsylvania on January 18,1856, and died on August 4, 1931. “Williams established his own private practice after graduating in 1883, but he had to perform care — including surgeries — on patients inside their homes, as hospitals at that point largely did not allow Black doctors to practiceContinue reading “BLACK HISTORY MONTH:”
Post Election
For the last two to three years, it has felt like we have had nonstop information about the 2024 election. I am sure you all are exhausted from all the information generated by both sides. Some of you did not exercise civic duty and chose not to vote. Was it so difficult to vote forContinue reading “Post Election”
February: Welcome to Black History Month
Nancy Leftenant Colon: army nurse dies at the age of 104. A granddaughter of enslaved people, Nancy Leftenant-Conlon became the first Black nurse to serve in the regular U.S. armed forces in 1948 (Risen, 2025). Ms. Leftenant-Colon died on Jan. 8 in Amityville, N.Y., on Long Island, at 104. (Risen, 2025) Nurse Leftenant-Colon joined theContinue reading “February: Welcome to Black History Month”
Get Engaged People….
On January 28, 2025, the president signed executive orders to cut off critical funding for programs that affected millions. The president is very disturbed over diversity programs. He has called for all institutions that use diversity and inclusion criteria for admission or hiring to disband them. In the meantime, the president’s cabinet nominees have noContinue reading “Get Engaged People….”
Welcome to 2025!
I hope the new year has been wonderful and you have accomplished your 2024 goals. Remember you can manage anything as long as you break it down into manageable tasks. Take the time to imagine how you will feel once you have reached your goal (s). Whatever the goal, it can be accomplished by taking tinyContinue reading “Welcome to 2025!”
Blue Cross and Blue Shield proposed anesthesia cost.
The insurance carrier, Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) had proposed to limit the cost of anesthesia for medical and surgical procedures. This proposal was to go into effect in New York, Connecticut, and Missouri. They announced this proposal the day the CEO of United Health Care was killed, on December 04, 2024. It wasContinue reading “Blue Cross and Blue Shield proposed anesthesia cost.”
Avoiding Holiday Stress
The holidays can be stressful if you do not put your task in perspective. This holiday season has brought extra stress for me. Besides the regular holiday stressors, like shopping, cooking, mailing cards and gifts. I have been gifted with 5 puppies. There were eleven at first and slowly they transitioned. So you can imagineContinue reading “Avoiding Holiday Stress”
What Is Your Body Telling You?
How in tune are you with your body? Your body signals you when it is out of balance, by giving you warnings. Most of us do not listen. Recently I was experiencing increase dry lips and they became discolored. I have never had these symptoms and decided to investigate. After a thorough investigation, with theContinue reading “What Is Your Body Telling You?”
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is breast cancer awareness month. It is important to have early detection through screenings. Survival rates are good if caught early. This should apply to both men and women. Call your healthcare provider and schedule your annual health exam. The exam could be free of charge with your annual physical exam. This small actContinue reading “Breast Cancer Awareness Month”
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month….
Losing a friend or family member to suicide can be devastating. You feel helpless and wonder why you did not see any signs to alert you. Below are some warning signs that you may not have thought were associated with individuals ha. Talking about wanting to die or kill oneself, Talking about feeling, empty andContinue reading “National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month….”
National Wellness Month
August is national wellness month and a great time to focus on your personal health and wellness. It can be challenging to keep up routine, especially if you don’t particularly dislike exercising. Think of all the benefits. Get a physical before you start your exercise routine, especially if you have never been one who exercisesContinue reading “National Wellness Month”
All Things Health and Wellness 