In our community, women are the backbone. Oftentimes we are so busy taking care of everyone else, that we neglect our own health. There are several tests that are recommended for African American women at different stages of life. These tests will help monitor our health and keep us in the best possible shape. In addition to knowing your test results, you have to eat right and … [Read more...]
3 Important Keys to Remember from a 3 Time Breast Cancer Survivor
The first time mom showed signs of breast cancer it was scary. I remember being home with her that morning. She woke up from a night’s sleep and her nightgown was filled with blood. She was bleeding from the ducts in her breast. The ducts that are created to supply milk to nourish a newborn baby were spouting blood. It was horrifying. What came next was a diagnosis of breast … [Read more...]
What is PCOS & Why Does it Affect Couples Infertility?
PCOS is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, one of the most common hormonal endocrine disorders in women, September is PCOS awareness month. This syndrome is known as the “silent killer” because PCOS cannot easily be diagnosed with one test and the symptoms vary from woman to woman. There are several diseases that women with PCOS are higher risk for such as: endometrial and breast … [Read more...]
How I Helped to Raise $1 Million For Breast Cancer
I helped raise almost 1 million dollars two weeks ago. I joined hundreds of other people in raising money for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K walk. Although I did not know the other people on the walk, we all had one thing in common. We knew that our efforts (no matter how large or small) combined with the efforts of hundreds of others, could make a huge impact in … [Read more...]