According to the American psychological association, Sport psychology is a proficiency that uses psychological knowledge and skills to address optimal performance and well-being of athletes, developmental and social aspects of sports participation, and systemic issues associated with sports settings and organizations.  Brittney Reese, Olympic Gold Medalist, 7x World Champion Track & Field star stopped by […]

Get Fit, Health

November 27, 2020

What is Sports Psychology?

According to the American Stroke Association, a stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident, is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts, preventing blood (and oxygen) flow.  It […]

Health

November 27, 2020

What You Need To Know About Strokes

Distinguishing between the common cold and flu has always been challenging. Now with the addition of COVID, it has become even more difficult. Let’s discuss the distinctions between the three and, more importantly, how to prevent them. The common cold, influenza (flu), and COVID-19 are all upper respiratory viral illnesses and, therefore, share many of […]

Health, Mind Medicine

November 27, 2020

Is it a cold? Is it the flu? Is it COVID? What do I do?

According to the American Cancer Society, about 1 man in 9 will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. The prostate gland, which is about the size of a walnut, sits between the bladder and the rectum and partially surrounds the urethra (the tube which carries urine from the bladder) and its main function […]

Health

November 27, 2020

Prostate Cancer: Signs & Screening

Let’s take a closer look at cheating. The Exam Room had the pleasure of speaking with Peter Pankey aka Peter Gunz, TV Host of Cheaters. This show has helped countless individuals that suspected cheating find the truth that they need. Though for years we have watched this show as a form of entertainment, it exposes […]

Mind Medicine, Relationships

November 27, 2020

7 Tips to Healing from Infidelity: Tackling The Mental And Physical Health Consequences Of A Broken Heart

Throughout history, black women have always been a source of stability and support for our men. We are mothers, wives, grandmothers, aunts, and sisters. From us comes life and it’s in our nature to birth hope and promise in the lives of our men. I believe every black man has a story about how his […]

Mind Medicine, Relationships

November 26, 2020

Holding Down Our Men: The Top 10 Ways Black Women Can Uplift Black Men

When you think about preventing cancer, quitting smoking is probably the first thing that comes to mind. In reality, there are many lifestyle choices you can make that affect your risk. At “The Exam Room with Nurse Alice” we had an opportunity to speak with Hill Harper, Actor, Dr. Andrews on ABC’s “The Good Doctor,” […]

Health, Healthy Eats

November 26, 2020

Lower Your Risk Of Cancer Through Your Diet with Nurse Alice

According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.  Unfortunately of that population, African American women are more likely to die from breast cancer than other ethnicities largely due to late detection. With statistics like this, we must be aware of breast cancer and […]

Health

November 26, 2020

Breast Cancer: Top 7 Things You Can Do With Nurse Alice

According to the American Journal of Orthopsychiatry, the prevalence of depression among African American men ranges from 5% to 10%[i]. Though they face many risk factors, their use of mental health services is low. Why is this?   Here at The Exam Room with Nurse Alice, we had a chance to catch up with Royce […]

Health, Mind Medicine

November 12, 2020

Mental Health: Depression In The African American Community

As we enter flu season coinciding with Covid-19 cases continuing to surge, many health officials are concerned of a possible “Twindemic.” And this is why it’s so important to double down on precautionary measures to prevent the spread of both viruses and clarify any confusion or myths about the two. Below are some common facts […]

Health

October 29, 2020

Things You Should Know About the Flu: Fact or Fiction?

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