It’s so important to raise awareness about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease all year long. During November's COPD Awareness Month we ... Read More
Family Caregiver
4 Signs That Taking Care Of Your Extending Family Is Hurting You
It is very common for a lot of us to take on the burden of not only ourselves but for our extended family. Studies are showing that many ... Read More
These 5 Behavior Changes Could Be Early Signs Of Alzheimer’s
Certain behavior changes may be a harbinger of Alzheimer's disease, and researchers say they've developed a symptom "checklist" that might ... Read More
Need To Step In? Here’s What To Expect Taking On The Family Caregiver Role
Statistically, black Americans are more likely to serve as family caregivers, spend more hours caregiving and devote a higher percentage of ... Read More
Caregiver Confession: What It’s Really Like Living With Alzheimer’s Disease
Defined as an irreversible, “progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions,” everyone with a brain is at ... Read More
What’s Worse Than Obesity? Experts Say Loneliness
A new study suggests that loneliness could become an even bigger public health threat than obesity. According to an AARP's Loneliness ... Read More
Effects Of Cardiac Rehab On The Family
The patient's family plays a vital part in the rehabilitation process. One of the most important factors in the patient's recovery is family ... Read More
Empower Yourself: Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Managing Sickle Cell Disease
The latest news on sickle cell disease is encouraging. Bone marrow stem cell transplantation represents the strongest potential cure for ... Read More
Queen Like Latifah: Latifah’s Wisdom On Self Care, Caregiving & The Pursuit Of Living Dope
In 1989, she commanded all of us to ‘hail the Queen’ with her debut album, and Queen L-A-T-I-F-A-H has been in command ever since. Queen ... Read More
Alcohol & Diabetes: What You Should Know
Having diabetes does not mean you have to give up alcohol – not if your diabetes is well controlled. In fact, adults with diabetes should ... Read More
Angela Bassett Talks Heart Disease & Diabetes: “It’s My Way Of Honoring My Mother’s Life”
We’ve seen Angela Bassett embody numerous roles in What’s Love Got To Do With It, How Stella Got Her Groove Back, Waiting To Exhale and ... Read More
Some Medicines Boost Sensitivity To Sun
It's well-known that too much time in the sun puts your skin at risk. But it's extra important to limit sun exposure when you're taking ... Read More
