Menopause!!! No one likes to talk about it, but it happens whether we talk about it or not. We whisper about the “m word” and…
Eggs Over Easy: Black Women & Fertility
A couple of years ago, during my annual exam, my gynecologist looked at my chart, smiled and said, “You have a birthday coming up. Your…
OMG, the Positive Pregnancy Test – What This Doctor Wants You to Know!
When infertile patients, who have been trying for some time, get the positive pregnancy test result, they go through a roller coaster of emotions where…
Your Guide to Influencer Marketing: Why Should You Make the Switch
What do you consider when buying a product or contemplating a service? Was your decision made after suddenly remembering a replay of your favorite Youtuber…
“The Talk, Part 2”: The Red Flag of Grooming
With the proliferation of social media and ready access to the internet, sexual harassment and exploitation are at an unprecedented rate across the globe. We…
Why is the U.S. Healthcare System Still Struggling with COVID-19?
Allow me to be straightforward and begin with some important reminders. Our initial conservative estimates were that without any restrictions or social distancing, 50% of…
Understanding Fertility : Tips to Conceive a Baby
I’m going to cut to the chase, we’ve been traditionally taught that sex creates babies. While this concept may be generally true, since the activity…
I Boycott Goya Foods Fifteen Years Ago
A heated discussion spiced up yesterday when the chief executive officer of the most well known brand serving Hispanic and Latino households, Goya, expressed vociferous…
Dr. Cindy Duke Shares How Female Entrepreneurs Can Leverage Social Media
As a career woman and entrepreneur, I love discovering new ways to grow my business. Who doesn’t, right? I love to stay on top of…
Things Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know Before Your Appointment
Keeping up with a gynecologist visit is something every woman has to do. Considering the underlying concerns around it, however, some women are understandably apprehensive…
Will Smith Proved That Colonoscopy Isn’t a Luxury for Black People, It’s Required Self Care
Last November 6, Will Smith announced on his vlog that he had his first colonoscopy and it revealed precancerous lesions (polyps) which were successfully removed.…
“The Talk, Part 1”: Teaching Little Boys About Sexuality In The #MeToo Era
In this modern age, in an effort to promote public discourse that resonates across boundaries, including across marginalized communities, we have witnessed how powerful it…
Debunking PCOS Myths, Because You Deserve the Truth
Certain medical conditions can potentially change your lifestyle and even your fertility. While some disorders can truly affect your wellbeing, some people, unfortunately, also fall…
Six Powerful Routines to Daily Wellness
These are simple steps to improve your health and quality of life. What is your daily routine? What takes up most of your time? What…
What is Considered to be Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Healthcare Workers, in the Age of COVID-19?
In their pristine white coats and protective gear, they’re fighting on the front lines of a war, against an invisible enemy. Every day, they risk…
5 Things to Know Before Your First Appointment With a Fertility Specialist
So, you’ve decided to take the initial step on your journey to parenthood? You plan to make an appointment with a fertility specialist, but you…
The Power of Regular Facials — What You Need To Know
All of my friends know that I am a proponent of regular facials! Indeed, I encourage everyone to get them. I even recommend that my…
What is Fertility Diet? A Definitive Beginner’s Guide
One out of eight couples endures the agony of infertility, often in silence. This April, we are commemorating Infertility Awareness Month and I cannot think…
Here are My Top 5 Tips for Jumpstarting Your Business’ Social Media
Well, can you believe it? We have now entered the second quarter of 2020 and with the threatening spread of SARS-COV Coronavirus/COVID-19, the internet is…
Stop Comparing the Novel Coronavirus to the Flu!
In early March, United States of America President Donald Trump tweeted a statistic that stirred confusion amongst the public and it has caused lasting uproar…
Debunking Myths About COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic has swept across the world at wildfire speed and has effectively crippled economies and changed daily life, as we know it. In…
Coronavirus: The Uproar, the Uncertainties, the Anxiety
As of April 6, 2020, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) confirmed cases officially reached a staggering total of 1,289,010 with a global death toll of 70,599. Reportedly,…
COVID-19 vs. CORONAVIRUS: Why there will not be a Coronavirus Peak on April 3rd?
As of this writing, there are 268,724, confirmed Coronavirus cases in the United States with 6,870 deaths and 11,993 people who have recovered. With all…
COVID-19 vs. CORONAVIRUS: How likely am I to get infected with COVID-19?
During this pandemic, staying informed on the latest developments about COVID-19 is essential. This would help us protect and prepare ourselves at all times. Today,…
COVID-19 vs. CORONAVIRUS: Does everyone display symptoms when they get infected with Coronavirus?
As of March 26, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) recorded 416,686 confirmed COVID-19 cases with 18,589 confirmed deaths and 197 countries, areas and territories with cases.…
COVID-19 vs. CORONAVIRUS: Are the people recovering from the disease actually building antibodies?
Coronavirus vs. COVID 19? Why are some people saying coronavirus and why are some using COVID-19? When does each term apply? Business-Standard recently reported that the…