Stroke: 5 Signs and 3 Questions
Stroke is the Third leading cause of death for African Americans. The risk of having a first stroke is nearly twice as high for blacks than for whites, and blacks are…
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Manage Retirement, Now: Social Security
Social Security is the most important financial resource for many Americans in retirement. African Americans are especially vulnerable because their median weekly 2013-14 wages were significantly below the U.S. national average….
Cancer: What You need to Know
Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death among African Americans. The pain and suffering inflicted upon the patient and caregivers are almost unbearable. Many people understandably try to avoid…
Sickle Cell Disease: Life’s Getting Better!
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a group of inherited red blood cell disorders. In SCD, the red blood cells become hard and sticky and look like a C-shaped farm tool…