By Fiola Sowemimo, MD Several health disparities exist between African Americans and white Americans. Doctors are seeing diseases that you’d expect to see in older patients—heart disease, diabetes, stroke—in relatively young African Americans. While genetics may play a role in certain instances, socioeconomic factors have a significant impact on how African Americans are able to … Continued

Whether it was a planned procedure or an unplanned emergency, a hospital visit is often a stressful. Hospital bills are notoriously difficult to understand, especially when they involve extended stays or complex treatments.Financially, it’s in your best interest to read and understand your bill. Here’s how to read a hospital bill.After your hospital stay, you … Continued

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Sleep is an important part of your daily routine—you spend about one-third of your time doing it. Quality sleep – and getting enough of it at the right times — is as essential to survival as food and water. Without sleep you can’t form or maintain the pathways in your brain that let you learn … Continued

By, Lauren Kolacki Every decision we make or step we take is a result of a message that was sent from our brain. The brain is the control center of your body; therefore, we must treat it as so. The foods you eat play a role in keeping your brain healthy and can improve specific … Continued

Borderline personality disorder is a mental illness marked by an ongoing pattern of varying moods, self-image, and behavior. These symptoms often result in impulsive actions and problems in relationships. People with borderline personality disorder may experience intense episodes of anger, depression, and anxiety that can last from a few hours to days. People with borderline … Continued

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Common pests can cause serious health problems. Pests such as weeds, cock- roaches and rodents, as well as the chemicals we use to control them, can cause and trigger allergies and asthma by contaminating our air indoors. What is IPM? Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a method that focuses on knowing the pest in order … Continued

According to the National Sleep Foundation, 92 percent of people reported that a mattress is important to them for a good night’s sleep. An old mattress can be the cause of pain, stress and other health issues. A recent study proved that a new mattress improves stress. The study asked 60 people to sleep on … Continued

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