When it comes to eating healthy, there are levels to this. Even in the class of fresh, organic, natural and certified "good for you" ... Read More
Stroke
Silent Strokes Are More Common Than We Think!
There’s a terrifying epidemic that involves some people suffering strokes without even realizing it. Known as silent strokes, they either ... 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
Why Are Blacks More Likely To Die From Stroke?
In a study recently published in the American Heart Association journal Stroke, investigators in the Reasons for Geographical And Racial ... Read More
TIAs: Your Guide To Avoid Mini-Strokes
A ministroke is also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA). It occurs when part of the brain experiences a temporary lack of blood ... Read More
People Under 45 Are Having More Strokes (3 Things You Can Do)
Strokes are most common in old age, but new research suggests that particular lifestyle choices are putting young people increasingly at ... Read More
5 Signs You Need To See Your Eye Doctor
The eyes are more than just the windows to your soul; they are also windows to your health. Symptoms of many serious health problems like ... Read More
Remembering Filmmaker & Director John Singleton
At just 24 years old, John Singleton became the youngest and the first black filmmaker to receive an Oscar nomination for best director and ... Read More
After Her Daughter’s Stroke At 17, Mom Says Caregiving Is ‘An Honor’
Jasmine Harris had a stroke six months before her high school graduation. It started with a headache a couple days before Christmas. The ... Read More
Fruit Juice: Not As Healthy As You Think
We've been warned about the dangers of consuming too much alcohol, soda and coffee, but according to experts, the 'healthier' alternative - ... Read More
3 Reasons To Call 911 Vs. Taking Yourself To The ER
If you have a life-threatening emergency medical condition or traumatic injury, you should call 911. However, sometimes people are nervous ... Read More