As we age our memory does not stay as sharp as when we were younger. But I have to say that even as younger individuals our memory is affected by stress and the daily challenges we face. How we take care of our bodies and what we eat can help Read more…
Since the invention of the Papanicolaou (PAP) test in the 1950’s the rate of cervical cancer rates has decreased significantly in the United States. The PAP smear has advanced over the last decade and detect abnormal cells in the cervix, the human papilloma virus, and some sexually transmitted disease like Read more…
With the current state of the world trying to handle and adapt to the pandemic, immune health is not only a big concern but also a new “Trend.” Everyone is looking for ways to protect, improve and maintain their immune systems. As a society in general we are currently looking Read more…
Can you identify if someone in your circle or just acquaintances is suffering from social anxiety due to environments full of microaggressions. Well, that depends on if you are well-versed to read between their lines and receptive enoughto their physical and emotional responses. People who have social anxiety disorder are Read more…
So often, we do not give sleep the credit it deserves. Adults and children both need adequate amounts of sleep to make sure they are happy and healthy. Many things can affect our ability to sleep, including medications, stress, and life changes. People of color are disproportionately affected by sleep Read more…
Welcome to February, the month of love. February is the perfect time to reflect on all types of love – from romantic love, to family love, to self-love – all forms are important to living a full and connected life. It’s also astonishing to see how important these forms of Read more…
Once again, the utmost romantic time of the year is here with us! February embraces an exceptional place in the history of love. Love is in the air. You can see hearts everywhere, malls and shops are full of Valentine decorations and cards, love songs played on radios, and advertisements Read more…
Over the past year Black Americans have had the scab pulled off old wounds that many would like to say were healed, but our current feelings and behaviors revealed that we are bleeding with outrage, anger, fear, uncertainty, pain, anxiety, stress, oppression, and depression. We became conscious of the systemic Read more…
From the beginning of American history, black women have been the glue that holds black families together. Not only are we the matriarchs of our families, but we are also the nurturer, counselor, housekeeper, chauffeur, caregiver, decision maker, and chef; all while we hold down our careers. We have supported Read more…
Black mothers often serve as both breadwinner and caregiver for their families from children to elders. With the hustle and bustle of busy work schedules, ongoing extra-curricular activities, caregiver responsibilities, and added virtual school tasks, finding time to focus on wellness can be challenging. Yet, it is necessary. Well being Read more…