Sadly, Black and Brown communities are disproportionately affected by heart diseases when compared to white counterparts. According to a 2019 study, incidence of heart disease-related deaths is higher among African-Americans as compared to other populations. While the statistics can be…
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3 Easy Swaps for a Healthier Heart
It may be challenging for busy people to make heart-healthy decisions. These easy swaps can be beneficial. It might be challenging to prioritize heart health during busy days. Simply put, it seems like you don’t have time for routines that…
Read MoreHow A Black Cardiologist Plans To Change Your Heart
Photo: Mayo Clinic Caring for our hearts means taking better care of our bodies. Unfortunately, the Back community has suffered immensely from heart disease. A 2018 research study revealed that Back people were 30% more likely to die of the…
Read More5 Steps for a Heart-Healthy Grilling Season
The smells of summer have returned: sunscreen, freshly cut grass and burgers sizzling on the grill. For many families, backyard barbecues are a staple of summer dining. But often the foods people associate with summer grilling – including ribs, sausages,…
Read More7 Reasons Why You Should Eat Dark Chocolate
No matter what time of the year it is, chocolate is a delicious snack and with Christmas around the corner, you may find yourself wanting to indulge. If it’s one of your favorites, you don’t have to feel guilty about…
Read More10 Tips That Will Improve Your Life, Now!
When we think about our life, we must think about our body. Keeping our mind and body in good health is essential for a long and active life. We must incorporate exercise into our weekly routine to keep our physical…
Read More5 Ways To Keep Your Heart Healthy
February is American Heart Month! This month’s health awareness is a good reminder to focus on your heart health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, however, there are steps…
Read MoreAngela Bassett Puts Spotlight on Heart Health
also Angela Bassett isn’t simply a powerhouse of entertainment; she’s also one of the world. Perhaps that is why For Your Sweetheart, a campaign that seeks to make Americans aware of the critical link between heart disease and diabetes, chose…
Read MoreGetting Serious About African-Americans and Heart Health
February is American Heart Month, so we caught up with William A. Cooper, M.D., medical director of cardiovascular surgery at WellStar Health Systems in Marietta, Georgia, and author of Heart Attack: Truth, Tragedy, Triumph to discuss why cardiovascular issues are prevalent…
Read MoreChristmas Miracle! Teen Gets Life-Saving Heart AND Kidney Transplant
(Photo credit: Sherri Withrow facebook/Wkyt.com) A teen living with a heart defect just received a huge Christmas miracle. But Santa wasn’t the one who gave it to him. He just got a heart and kidney transplant that literally saved his…
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