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Coping With Common Multiple Myeloma Side Effects

Although it's considered a rare cancer, African Americans are twice as likely to be diagnosed with multiple myeloma. Multiple myeloma is a ... Read More

911 Basics: Responding To A Heart Attack

Heart disease is the leading killer in the U.S. Knowing the warning signs of a heart attack and how to respond could save a life. The ... Read More

5 Foods To Stop Feeding Your Brain

Did you know Blacks are almost twice as likely as Caucasians to have Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Not only that, but new survey results ... Read More

#AlwaysSleepy: The Difference Between Type 1 & Type 2 Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder that makes you feel overwhelmingly tired. Symptoms may include excessive daytime sleepiness, ... Read More

Advanced Directives: The Most Important Conversation Of Your Life

“If anything should happen to you while in the hospital, whether your heart stops or you can’t breathe, would you like everything ... Read More

8 Mistakes Heart Patients Make

If you've already had a heart attack, you're at increased risk for another, but with a few smart moves you can reduce that risk. ... Read More

Your Guide To: Life After A Heart Attack

If you've had a heart attack, you're probably wondering how your life is going to change. It depends on how severe your heart attack was, ... Read More

Deniabetes: How To Deal With A Diabetes Diagnosis

It’s common for people to experience a range of thoughts and feelings when faced with a diabetes diagnoses. “Diabetes runs in my family, but ... Read More

Early Family Deaths Create A ‘Grief Gap’ In Black America

Black Americans tend to lose a parent, other close relatives and spouses at earlier ages than whites, creating a potentially devastating ... Read More

Celebrating A Year Without A Stroke Should Be One Of Your New Year’s Resolutions

Thinking about stroke prevention when you are planning for New Year’s Eve is probably not at the top of your resolutions ... Read More

Van Moody’s 8 Steps To Beat The Holiday Blues

The holidays are quickly approaching and while many people are decking the halls and enjoying festive parties, millions of Americans are ... Read More