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Send us Fan Mail June was a month for the fellas—and the families who love them. We talked about why men are dying younger, skipping checkups, and suffering in silence. We talked about what happens when retired NFL players invest in Detroit's next generation. And we talked about why health isn't an individual pursuit—it's a team sport. This week on The Home Health Care Today Show, w...

Send us Fan Mail The healthiest families don't do it alone. They do it together. When families prioritize health as a unit, success rates go up. Kids learn habits by watching their parents. Parents stay accountable when their kids are watching them. And communities get stronger when families lead by example. National Family Health and Fitness Day reminds us that wellness isn't an individ...

Send us Fan Mail Men in the United States live five years less than women. They have their first heart attack an average of ten years earlier. They're four times more likely to die by suicide—and twice as likely to overdose. And yet, men are statistically more likely to skip routine checkups, downplay symptoms, and delay care that could save their lives. One in five men will die before the ag...

Send us Fan Mail It's graduation season. Caps are flying. Diplomas are framed. And millions of graduates are asking the same question: What now? This episode is for them—and for everyone who's ever stood at a crossroads wondering which path to take. I'm sharing my recent TEDx talk from Central Michigan University: "Why Most Majors Are Really Minor: And vs. Or — The Choice That...

Send us Fan Mail May was a month of powerful conversations. We talked about children who deserve homes. Women who deserve to be cared for—not just caregivers. People in recovery who deserve to be met where they are. And nurses who deserve our deepest gratitude. This week on The Home Health Care Today Show, we're looking back at the episodes that made May unforgettable. NATIONAL FOSTER CARE MO...

Send us Fan Mail May is National Nurses Month—a time to honor the 5 million registered nurses across America who serve as the backbone of our healthcare system. This week, we're bringing back a conversation that continues to inspire. In 2022, I sat down with a man who broke barriers, opened doors, and spent over 30 years shaping the future of nursing. His words hit different now—because on Ju...

Send us Fan Mail More than 178,000 Americans die from alcohol-related causes every year. That makes alcohol the fourth leading preventable cause of death in the United States—ahead of car accidents, ahead of firearms, ahead of drug overdoses. And yet, for millions of people struggling with alcohol use disorder, the biggest barrier to treatment isn't willpower. It's access. No transportat...

Send us Fan Mail Women make 80% of healthcare decisions for their families. She schedules every appointment, fills every prescription, and stays up with every sick child. But 8 in 10 women don't get the recommended physical activity—not because they don't know better, but because they're too busy taking care of everyone else. So who's taking care of her? May is Women's Hea...

Send us Fan Mail Every two minutes, a child enters the foster care system in the United States. Right now, nearly 329,000 children are in foster care nationwide—and roughly 10,000 of them are right here in Michigan. These are children who entered care through no fault of their own. They didn't choose instability. They didn't choose trauma. They didn't choose to be separated from eve...

Send us Fan Mail Every 68 seconds, another American is sexually assaulted. Two-thirds will never report it. This isn't just a crime problem. It's a public health crisis—one that demands prevention, not just response. April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of this national observance. The theme this year is "25 Years Stronger: Look...

Send us Fan Mail 1 in 5 American adults will experience a mental illness this year. But most won't ask for help. Not because they don't want it. But because stigma, access, and affordability still stand in the way. That's not a personal failure—it's a system that needs to change. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Since 1949, this has been a time to speak openly, challenge s...

Send us Fan Mail Good health doesn't just happen. It's built on clean water, safe food, vaccinations, and access to care. It's the result of policies, partnerships, and people who show up for their communities every single day. And for nearly 2 million Michiganders, it starts with four letters: Medicaid. April is both National Public Health Week (April 6-12) and Medicaid Awareness M...

Send us Fan Mail Your ZIP code should not determine your life expectancy. But right now, it does. April is National Minority Health Month—a time to confront the uncomfortable truth that in America, health outcomes are still shaped by race, ethnicity, and place. Black Americans live shorter lives. Hispanic and Native American communities face higher rates of chronic disease. And the gaps aren'...

Send us Fan Mail 190 people will die from a traumatic brain injury today. Tomorrow, 190 more.  Brain injury doesn't discriminate. It happens on highways and football fields. In living rooms when seniors fall. On construction sites and battlefields. Every 8 minutes, someone in America sustains a brain injury that will change their life forever. But here's what most people don't know:...

Send us Fan Mail March 20 is World Oral Health Day—and the 2026 theme says it all: "A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life." But here's the reality: Oral disease is the most common chronic condition in the world. 3.5 billion people are affected globally. And in the United States, 1 in 5 adults has untreated tooth decay right now—causing pain, missed work, and serious health complications tha...

Send us Fan Mail 90,000+ Americans are on the kidney transplant waitlist right now. 13 people die every day waiting. But there is hope—and it starts with conversations like this one. In this powerful National Kidney Month episode, Dr. Cleamon Moorer, Jr. sits down with two extraordinary guests who represent both sides of the transplant journey: Featured Guests: 🎤Dr. Silas P. Norman, MD, MPH – Tra...

Send us Fan Mail 47.9 million Americans lived in food-insecure households in 2024. That's 1 in 7 families—including 14.1 million children—uncertain where their next meal will come from. This National Nutrition Month, we're having a critical conversation about hunger, health, and hope. On this episode of The Home Health Care Today Show, Dr. Cleamon Moorer Jr. sits down with one of Michiga...

Send us Fan Mail In 2025, over 2 million Americans will be diagnosed with cancer. More than 618,000 will die. But here's what you need to know: since 1991, 4.5 million cancer deaths have been averted—because of prevention, early detection, and treatment advances. This National Cancer Prevention Month, we're having the conversation that could save your life. On this episode of The Home He...

Send us Fan Mail $1 billion. That's what State Representative Tyrone Carter delivered to the City of Detroit as Chair of the Detroit Caucus. This Black History Month, we celebrate a leader who has dedicated over 40 years to uplifting Detroit and the surrounding communities—and who continues to fight for health equity, justice, and opportunity. On this special episode of The Home Health Care T...

Send us Fan Mail More than 40 million Americans suffer from varicose veins—and most don't realize it's more than a cosmetic issue. Left untreated, vein disease can lead to chronic pain, blood clots, skin changes, and even ulcers. This week on The Home Health Care Today Show, in honor of Cardiovascular Professionals Week, Dr. Cleamon Moorer Jr. sits down with one of Michigan's leadin...

Send us Fan Mail Heart disease is the #1 killer in America—claiming a life every 33 seconds. But it doesn't have to be this way. What is your heart trying to tell you? And what do your blood pressure numbers really mean? In this episode of The Home Health Care Today Show, Dr. Cleamon Moorer Jr. sits down with two powerhouse guests to break down everything you need to know about protecting you...

Send us Fan Mail The United States has the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations—and Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than other races of women. During Maternal Health Awareness Month, Dr. Cleamon Moorer Jr. sits down with two Meridian Health Plan leaders for an intimate, powerful conversation about protecting mothers before, during, an...

Send us Fan Mail Glaucoma affects over 3 million Americans—and half don't even know they have it. That's why it's called "the silent thief of sight." During Glaucoma Awareness Month, Dr. Cleamon Moorer Jr. sits down with two leading voices in eye health to discuss prevention, early detection, and a major announcement for Michigan. Featured Guests: 🎤Dr. M. Roy Wilson — Pre...

Send us Fan Mail 🎤🎤Tired of diet plans that don't work? You're not alone. In this Healthy Weight Week episode of The Home Health Care Today Show, host Dr. Cleamon Moorer sits down with two powerful health experts — Angela T. Moore and Dr. Angela Harden-Mack — for a honest conversations about weight management, self-worth, and why lifestyle changes beat fad diets every time. If you&apos...

Send us Fan Mail New Show. New Year. New You. - Part II In this special episode of the Home Health Care Today Show, Dr. Cleamon Moorer sits down with Dr. Deirdre Claiborue, (American Advantage Home Care's Medical Director) to explore how home health care has transformed since the pandemic—and what it means for families navigating care decisions in 2026. Plus, we're going back to our root...