Could a popular pain reliever put you at a greater risk of heart attack and stroke? This could be the case considering the fact that the ... Read More
Stroke
Experts Say ‘BE FAST’ To Detect Signs Of Stroke Early
Prompt treatment of stroke is key to preventing death and disability, but not everyone knows how to quickly identify the early warning signs ... Read More
Surprising Early Warning Signs Of Stroke In Women
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in women, but many are unaware of warning signs and symptoms that are unique to ... Read More
Cholesterol & Your Doctor: Ask For Your Numbers
Nearly a third of both African American men and African American women have LDL-C (bad cholesterol) levels of 130mg/dL or higher according ... Read More
The Emotional Side Of MS: Understanding Pseudobublar Affect (PBA)
If you find yourself crying or laughing uncontrollably, you are not alone. Although most people have never heard of pseudobulbar affect ... Read More
Stop Nosebleeds In A Pinch
We’ve all been there before: the dreaded bloody nose. The two most common causes of nosebleeds (the medical term is epistaxis) are dry air ... Read More
Older Drivers & Their Vision: Unique Solutions
For older individuals who enjoy the freedom of driving, recent research indicates that you’re more likely to be at risk for traffic ... Read More
Healthy After Dark
It may be hard to believe, but there is something even better than chocolate: dark chocolate! Dark chocolate is packed with fiber, ... Read More
5 Habits To Prevent Heart Disease For Black Women
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that heart disease is the leading cause of death for African American women in ... Read More
Life’s Simple 7 For Heart Health (VIDEO)
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGECqL1qb1A&w=560&h=315] Showing love to your heart is as easy as 1-2-3....4-5-6-7! ... Read More
21 Ways To Make Walking Fun
There was a time when walking was fun…you just may not remember it! When you first learned how to walk, it was new and exciting. You could ... Read More
STUDY: Awareness & Fast Response Key To Combating Stroke In Children
When you think of strokes you typically think of adults, but research shows that children have strokes as well. A study on stroke in ... Read More