The last thing you want to do when you get home from a long day of work is to do more work. Some days are more stressful than others so make ... Read More
Health Conditions
What Is Eczema?
Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition which is many times referred to as dermatitis. It is an immunological skin problem that affects ... Read More
What Exactly Causes High Blood Pressure?
The way you live is the greatest contributor to your risk of developing high blood pressure. Learn more about what causes primary and ... Read More
Will Fasting Hurt Or Help Your Cholesterol Test?
Before taking a cholesterol test, adults are typically told to fast for up to 12, but that may no longer be necessary. The study, published ... Read More
Why Depression Is Different In Black Men
Clinical depression—in women or men—can cause sadness and a loss of interest in once pleasurable activities. But depression can sometimes ... Read More
Red Meat Allergy Linked To Tick Bites
Move aside peanuts, shellfish, fruits, or wheat. A bite from the lone star tick might spark an allergy to beef, pork and lamb, researchers ... Read More
How To Redirect Your Anger
It’s normal to get angry at times. Screaming or fuming for hours after the driver in front of you failed to use their turn signal is not. ... Read More
Toni Braxton Hospitalized Due To Lupus Complications
Toni Braxton has been hospitalized because of “minor health issues” related to lupus. Both Braxton and her spokeswoman confirmed the ... Read More
A New Reason For Men To Avoid Soda
Men with osteoarthritis of the knee may want to avoid sugar-packed soft drinks. That's the advice of researchers who found that drinking ... Read More
AIDS Q&A 2014: Are Blacks Still Suffering The Most?
The HIV/AIDS epidemic in the African American community made its "debut" in the early 1980's and is entering its third decade as one of this ... Read More
Postpartum Depression: What Every Black Mom Needs To Know
Just had a baby? Feeling sad or depressed? Don’t worry...you are not alone. One in 8 women is affected by postpartum depression (PPD) within ... Read More
The HIV Home Test: How Accurate Is It Really?
In July of 2012, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first home test kit for HIV infection. Individuals can purchase ... Read More