The
leading causes of death among African-American Men are heart disease,
resulting from hypertension and stroke; cancer, including lung
and prostate; diabetes and HIV/AIDS. All of these illnesses respond
to treatment if diagnosed in the early stages. Yet, the life expectancy
of Black men in America is far lower than that of other men in
the United States.
The Cook County Bureau of Health Services has implemented two
health programs focussing on improving the health status of African-American
Men: 4MenOnly and Project
Brotherhood
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PROJECT
BROTHERHOOD -
A Black Man's Clinic
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The
life expectancy of black men in America is shorter than that
for any other comparable group. As the life expectancy for
other groups increases, the life expectancy for black men
is decreasing. In addition to a shorter life expectancy, black
men also often experience a poorer quality of life. Poverty,
unemployment and poor employment, poor educational opportunities,
dangerous and violent environments all contribute to stress,
despair, alcohol and drug abuse, and family instability.
In response to the concerns about the health status and quality
of life of black men in our community, the Cook County Bureau
of Health Services Health Center has developed Project Brotherhood,
a clinic located at the Woodlawn Health Center of Cook County,
dedicated to the health of African American men.
The mission of the Project Brotherhood Clinic is to provide
the medical and social services necessary to improve the overall
health and well being of the black men in our community. In
addition to on site services, Project Brotherhood provides
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MEDICAL
SERVICES
Comprehensive
health care services provided in a culturally sensitive, confidential
environment by physicians dedicated to bettering the health and
well being of African American men.
Services
/ Physical Exams / General Health Care and / Illness Management
/ Health counseling / Drug Testing / Confidential HIV Counseling
& Testing / HIV/AIDS Primary Care
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HEALTH
EDUCATION / INFORMATION
Discussion
Groups/Presentations and Health Fairs
Health Seminars provided by Project Brotherhood staff, community
residents, and other experts brought in to present on special
topics of interest to Black Men such as:
Health Status of Black Men in America / Nutrition / Cancers:
Types, Risk Factors, Prevention and Treatment / Diabetes: Treatments
and Management / Hypertension/High Blood Pressure / Heart Disease/Cholesterol
/ Risk Factors / Asthma/Respiratory Illnesses / The Health Risks
of Stress
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SOCIAL
SUPPORT SERVICES
A
range of social support services provided by social workers and
peer counselors with an awareness of the unique issues often confronting
Black Men.
Group and Individual Counseling / Resume Services
Groups* / Fathers Parenting Group / Job Readiness / HIV
Peer Support / Anger Management / Recovery Peer Support / Social
Planning and Action Group
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Project
Brotherhood is open Thursdays from 4 pm to 7 pm Doctors see patients
from 4 pm to 5 pm. Appointments can be made by calling 312.
747.7732 or 312.747.7705, Fax 773.955.4758
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Drop ins are welcome .
Woodlawn
Health Center
6337 S. Woodlawn Ave.
Chicago, IL 60637
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What
is 4
Men Only?
4 Men Only is a focus group designed to serve as a coalition of
men (18 and over) who convene monthly to discuss a holistic approach
to wellness.
What is the Mission of 4 Men Only?
The mission of this group is to promote and support healthier
lifestyles by providing information to participants concerning
matters of health and wellness. It is expected that such information
will provide participants the necessary foundation to make better
choices in matters of dietaiy and other lifestyle choices.
What is the Format of 4 Men Only?
4 Men Only meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 6:30 to
8:30 p.m. at Provident Hospital of Cook County, located at 500
E, 51st Street, in the Community Resource Room (lst floor). Guest
speakers from many different fields of health and wwellness speak
to the group and answer questions. Participants are also encouraged
to share their knowledge of health issues with the group. Light
refreshments are provided at no cost.
What are some of the benefits of 4 Men
Only?
• Participation in 4 Men Only is free of charge
• Participants obtain information concerning aspects of
men’s health issues that is not available in any other forum.
Psychological, societal, economic, political, educational, and
familial aspects of health and wellness are covered.
• On an annual basis, members will have the opportumty to
receive free comprehensive screenings in areas such as hearing,
diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure, and prostate cancer.
• On a monthly basis, participants will have the opportunity
to interact with and learn from professionals in the fields of
traditional medicine, alternative medicine, bolisitc health, and
the allied health professions (dentistry, podiatry, speech &
hearing, etc).
• Participants also have the opportunity to learn proper
dietary habits, which form the basis of a healthy mind, body,
and spirit.
How do I get more inforinatigp on 4
Men Only?
For more information , please contact Dr., Lcster Wright, department
of Internal Medicine at (312) 572-2657.
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