‘Chicago Med’ Star S. Epatha Merkerson Changes The Diabetes Conversation Onscreen & Off
Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images Fans love S. Epatha Merkerson as hospital administrator “Sharon Goodwin” on NBC’s Chicago Med and as “Lt. Anita Van Buren” on the iconic drama Law…
PCOS Increases Risk For Diabetes
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting as many as 20% of reproductive-aged women worldwide. Two factors implicated in the development of PCOS – obesity and insulin…
You Think It’s Dandruff, But It’s Not (And What To Do About It)
There’s an old saying that goes, “You only get one time to make a first impression.” And that is so true, especially when it comes to dandruff. Seeing those little…
Queen Latifah Helps Launch “What The HF?” Heart Quiz
Heart failure (HF) kills thousands of people each year. But, the chronic, progressive condition can be managed if it’s diagnosed and treated early. The American Heart Association (AHA), the world’s…
What Happens After AML Treatment
Completing treatment for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) can feel like a rollercoaster experience. For some people, treatment may have destroyed the leukemia cells and you may feel excited and relieved…
Afib vs. Panic Attack: Which One Is It?
When your heart starts beating fast or if it “feels funny,” or really just about anything related to the heart can be scary. Here’s the short answer: Afib stands for…
Sterling K. Brown: “No Black Man In My Family Lived Past 65”
(Photo Credit: Instagram) When Sterling K. Brown starting acting on TV, people would refer to him as “that guy” in that “one show,” you know “whatshisname.” But now, the award-winning…
8-Year-Old Dies Protecting His Sister, Now His Organs Help Even More
(Photo credit: GoFundMe) It’s safe to say that 8-year-old Californian Dante Daniels has a heart of gold and the courage of a lion. Dante was beaten to death with a…
8-Year-Old Dies Protecting His Sister, Now His Organs Save Even More
(Photo credit: GoFundMe) It’s safe to say that 8-year-old Californian Dante Daniels has a heart of gold and the courage of a lion. Dante was beaten to death with a…
How Gratitude Helped Oprah Overcome Depression: “It’s Hard To Remain Sad If You’re Focused On What You Have”
Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images With a thriving television network (literally her OWN television network), it’s hard to imagine a time when an Oprah endeavor may not have gone as planned.…