Category : Parenting/ Health

Weight Loss After 40: Your 10-Step Plan

If you’re trying to figure out how to manage weight loss after 40, there’s a 10-step plan that will make the process easier. You’re eating the same kind of foods, eating about the same amount of food, and exercising about the same amount...

What Causes Psoriasis Rash?

When should you worry about a rash? Rashes may look alike, but while over-the-counter medications can treat some rashes, others can signal a more serious condition such as psoriasis, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) says. “It is important t...

What Causes Fibromyalgia?

A definitive cause of fibromyalgia has yet to be identified (FM). Typically, people think it has something to do with alterations in how the brain interprets pain signals, which might be caused by abnormal amounts of certain chemicals in the brain....

Your Treatment Options For Early Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is progressive and has no cure. However, if you start treatment early, it’s possible to slow the progression of the disease. Doing this can improve your quality of life and increase how many lucid years you have after a diagnosis...

5 Natural Remedies for Dark Spots on Brown Skin

In the pursuit of flawless skin, many of us encounter a familiar adversary, acne. And while the acne itself can be a hassle, it often can leave a mark, dark spots, or excessive skin pigmentation. Lucky for you we’re about to embark on a journe...

Why Black Men Die Sooner (And How They Can Beat The Odds)

(BlackDoctor.org) — No matter the research study, scientific finding, or health care statistic, one of the most consistent men’s health facts around is that men, in general, do not live as long as women. Here are a few alarming statistics...

Could Your Heart be the Cause of Your Restless Nights?

A poorly functioning heart and a lack of sleep often go hand in hand. Heart failure, in particular, can significantly affect how well you sleep. To make things worse, not getting enough sleep can worsen the symptoms of heart failure. If you work wit...

ALERT: Popular Cough Syrup Recalled Due to Possible Fungus

Some of the popular cough syrup products, Robitussin, are being recalled nationwide due to potentially deadly microbial contamination. The company that makes Robitussin syrups did not specify which microorganisms may be in the products. The recall a...

Buyer Beware: Your Supplements May Have Unsafe Ingredients

Search the internet or turn on the TV and you’re likely to come across a celebrity-endorsed supplement touted to be “totally safe,” “all-natural,” or “without side effects.” Because it’s a celebrity, we assume they’ve used the product, and we believ...

RSV: What It Is, Diagnosis, Symptoms & Treatment

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is an infectious respiratory disease that can look and sound a lot like a cold, with coughing, sneezing and a runny nose. But RSV can turn serious and send some patients to the hospital, particularly infants and you...

Prostate Cancer and Sexual Functioning: What You Need to Know

Did you know that Black men are twice as likely to die from prostate cancer than any other ethnic group? Did you also know that prostate cancer is 100% treatable? In the latest Operation Life: Back 2 Basics, Dr. Mack Roach breaks down and demystifies...

The STD Black Women Don’t Talk About (But Should)

Trichomonas is a protozoan, or a single-celled parasite, that thrives in the moist environment of the vagina. It is an extremely common STD, affecting approximately nearly one out of every 10 women in the U.S. Trichomonas is an extremely contagious...

What Every Sickle Cell Warrior Must Know About Their Patient Journey

As you try to maintain consistent wellness, it is imperative that you navigate the Patient Journey Roadmap by making five key stops to living the best life possible. Having a chronic illness such as sickle cell disease means understanding all the wa...

Black Kids Abroad: The Mental Health Benefits of Blacks Traveling Young

Some of us have been blessed to travel abroad and spend part of our lives as nomads, globe-trotting and collecting life-changing experiences through travel. As adults, we’re well aware of the benefits of travel; relaxation, an increased global aware...

What Happens if Your Prostate Cancer Treatment Stops Working?

Dealing with prostate cancer can be a challenging journey, especially when you’ve been undergoing treatment that suddenly seems to lose its effectiveness. If you find yourself in this situation, it’s important to remember tha...