Black women and heart health risks

Black women and heart health risks

Among young and middle-aged black women, the disparities are glaring. Compared to white women, black women exhibit more risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD), develop CVD earlier, and are more likely to die from CVD. And despite the overall decline in mortality rates from CVD over the last few years, black women 35-54 years of age are not experiencing the same rate of decline.

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5 Tips for Developing a Health Routine

5 Tips for Developing a Health Routine

Fad diets come and go. Viral news headlines seek to reveal the key to longevity. The truth is, living a healthy life isn’t about making one tweak that will solve all your issues. Being the healthiest version of yourself is about developing a routine that you can repeat day in and day out.

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In Case of Stroke, Timing is everything

In Case of Stroke, Timing is everything

If you exhibit sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body. Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding speech. Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes. Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance, or lack of coordination. You may be tempted to downplay these symptoms, and just wait it out. Don't wait, timing is everything!

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Disappearing doctors; Making a personal healthcare plan

Disappearing doctors; Making a personal healthcare plan

The national health care staffing crisis is well known. Within the next two years, consulting firm McKinsey and Co. projects a gap of 200,000 to 450,000 registered nurses and 50,000 to 80,000 doctors, and family practices are likely to be hit the hardest. In a world of hard-to-get health care, shifting the focus to preventative care is key.

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Dry January

Dry January

Dry January, is a challenge to abstain from drinking alcohol for the month of January. The challenge started in 2012 by a British nonprofit called Alcohol Change UK and is gaining a lot of traction. In fact, last year 35% of U.S. adults took part. And if you think it’s just a fad for young 20-somethings, think again, the average age for people who sign up for the challenge is 39.

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