Alice Benjamin

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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,” […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

This post is sponsored by Eisai Inc. As a nurse in the emergency room – I see and hear a lot of things. And I have to be honest; one of the most difficult things to witness is the doctor and patient conversation about what the plan of care should be because sometimes, although well […]

Researchers at the University of Michigan School of Medicine posed the question: Can hearing aids delay time to diagnosis of dementia, depression or falls in older adults. Now before you say this doesn’t apply to me – just riddle me this. WHAT IF, it did? Would you be more likely to wear them? Or how […]