Family Health

5 Healthy Types Of Tea Your Body Will Thank You for

I know it’s hard to believe, but not everyone likes coffee. I’m one of those people that prefers the taste of a hot cup of tea. Not only ... Read More

Sickle Cell Disease: Getting to the Root of the Problem

Content sponsored by Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated Chances are you probably know someone who is or has been impacted by sickle ... Read More

Washcloth or No Washcloth In The Shower? Experts Weigh In…

So you find out that your "friend" doesn't use a washcloth when he/she takes a shower. We use "friend" loosely because there are some strong ... Read More

Dark Elbows & Knees: What Causes Them & How to Fix It

One of the most common questions about the appearance of skin is, “Why do knees and elbows become black?”. The dark look of certain areas ... Read More

Samuel L. Jackson’s Wife, LaTanya Richardson at 70+: “We Never Compromise”

Behind every great man, is an even greater woman. Isn't that written somewhere? Well, if it isn't, then it's definitely the case with ... Read More

My Family’s Experience with Nursing Homes During COVID: “I Couldn’t Even Visit”

At the time of writing this, it’s 12 days since my mother passed away alone in a nursing home. It was my worst fear come true. I’m told that ... Read More

A Nursing Home That Turned It Around

In the spring of 2020, nursing homes were in the news and under considerable scrutiny because so many had patients with COVID-19. Many ... Read More

‘COVID Toes’ Might Be a Sign You Had the Disease

Ever since this COVID-19 pandemic started, there have been a number of reports of the symptoms you should look for if you think you have it. ... Read More

Caregiver Fatigue: It’s Real and Dangerous

Life is full of uncertainties, and that includes when a loved one might need a caregiver. Most people wouldn’t think twice about serving as ... Read More

Tips to Separate Work from Home When Working Remotely

Prior to 2020, working from home was a rare luxury for many. We used to ooh and ahh and fantasize about our friends who worked from home. ... Read More

Why Black Americans Should ALWAYS Wear A Mask

In 1895, Paul Laurence Dunbar wrote a song titled, “We Wear The Mask”. The song was a chilling metaphor of post-slavery America. It spoke to ... Read More