Most of us remember BernNadette Stanis as playing the feisty teenage daughter, Thelma Evans, on the hit series in the late 70s and early ... Read More
Brain and Nervous System
How To Recognize And Prevent Stroke
A stroke occurs when something interferes with the blood supply to part of the brain, or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts, according ... Read More
STUDY: Cinnamon May Slow Progression Of Parkinson’s Disease
Cinnamon may be the latest addition to the list of recognized "brain" foods. The sweet spice contains a chemical that can help protect the ... Read More
Lower Stroke Risk With The DASH Diet
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. affecting nearly 800,000 people. Black men and women are at the highest risk of ... Read More
4 Times Your Headache Is Something More Serious
We all get headaches from time to time, but when they become so frequent, something is not right. A headache can be a sign of stress or not ... Read More
Octavia Spencer: Her Real Life Battle With Dyslexia
Before all of the awards, accolades and before all of the Hollywood lights, when she was growing up, award-winning actress Octavia Spencer ... Read More
Bell’s Palsy: The Misunderstood Facial Condition
What is Bell's palsy? Bell's palsy is a paralysis or weakness of the muscles on one side of your face. Damage to the facial nerve that ... Read More
My Story: Alzheimer’s And A Mother’s Unforgettable Love
At 24 years old, Brittney Williams became a full-time caregiver to her mother with Alzheimer's and parent to her four youngest siblings. ... Read More
Judge To Decide If Hospital Can Take 10-Month-Old Off Life Support
A new judge will decide if a Texas hospital can take 10-month-old Tinslee Lewis off life support. A hearing for Lewis’ case has been ... Read More
7 Common Symptoms Of Parkinson’s Disease
One million Americans are living with Parkinson’s disease every day, and approximately 60,000 people are diagnosed with the disease every ... Read More
6 Signs Your Child May Be Autistic
Whether we recognize it or not, autism is present in the black community. However, studies show that black children are diagnosed with ... Read More
Cheers! The Surprising Health Benefits Of Champagne
Whether you enjoy your mimosas at a rooftop brunch with the girls or to add some excitement to your simple saturday morning breakfast, you ... Read More