March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. This cancer is preventable if you as a couple take care of each other. Communication is very important in a relationship. Husbands and wives need to tell their spouse if they notice any of the risk factors for colon cancer. If you have a family history of colorectal cancer, let your spouse know so that you two can collectively make … [Read more...]
The Top 6 Health Tests for African American Women
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...]
4 Simple Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving Dinner Experience
This week we celebrate Thanksgiving. I know many of us look forward to eating Thanksgiving Dinner. On Thursday there will be lots of dishes and delicious food on the table. But there will also be lots of calories, fat and other unhealthy things that come with this meal. I want you to enjoy your meal and your family but I also do not want you to undo 11 months of hard work all … [Read more...]
Chicago Teen Hopes to Find a Cure for Colon Cancer
Currently a sophomore at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Kevin Stonewall is a bright and determined young man who may just be the person who develops a cure for colon cancer. When Kevin was in high school, he interned at Rush University and his experiments earned him a number of awards, including being a finalist at Intel's International Science and Engineer Fair in … [Read more...]