Meet Maurice Moore Lights. Camera. Action.

I was introduced to Maurice “Mo” Moore by our mutual friend Melinda Taylor. I was excited to speak with him because I love movies and television. So we sat down and spoke about his career as an actor, writer/producer and teacher. UM: Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to meet with me. Let’s get started by you telling me  who is Maurice? … Continue reading Meet Maurice Moore Lights. Camera. Action.

Do You Have Glaucoma?

Did you know it is the leading cause of Blindness for Black people? January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is a complicated disease in which damage to the optic nerve leads to progressive, irreversible vision loss. After cataracts, glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in African Americans. Half of those with glaucoma don’t know they have it. Have you received an eye exam recently? … Continue reading Do You Have Glaucoma?

Check. Change. Control.

Sports is known as a way for men to bond and get together. Darrell Barnett has taken that idea a step further. He is using basketball to reach Black men and improve their health. Barnett is with the Public Health Department Health Equity Unit. I heard about and had to share information about this great program he’s doing to assist men, especially Black men, to … Continue reading Check. Change. Control.

Healthier Food Options at the Corner Store

The More At My Store Campaign WE live in an age where everyone works to stay healthy either through exercise or making healthier food choices. Childhood obesity has been a topic of news as well as America’s overall obesity standing, compared to other countries. The City of Austin is leading their support to a new initiative that can change our local communities. The initiative which … Continue reading Healthier Food Options at the Corner Store