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EXPLAIN EXACTLY WHAT PRE-DIABETES IS? PRE-DIABETES IS A HEALTH CONDITION WHERE PEOPLE HAVE HIGHER THAN NORMAL BLOOD SUGAR, BUT NOT HIGH ENOUGH TO BE DIAGNOSED WITH DIABETES. HOW CAN I FIND OUT IF I AM AT-RISK FOR PRE-DIABETES? YOU CAN FIND OUT IF YOU ARE AT-RISK FOR PRE-DIABETES BY TAKING AN ONLINE RISK TEST RIGHT […]

WHAT ARE THE ODDS THAT THE AVERAGE PERSON WILL COME DOWN WITH THE FLU DESPITE PREVENTION STRATEGIES? 5 – 20% of the US population gets the flu each year.  WHAT ARE THE EARLY WARNING SIGNS YOU MAY HAVE INFLUENZA? Early warning signs that you may have flu include sudden excessive fatigue, body aches and chills, […]

Your GYN can be one of the most important advisors on your overall health since so many women’s health issues stem from their reproductive system and their hormones. Dr. Jessica Shepherd wants to bridge the game between what she and other GYN’s know and what you should know about your gynecological and overall health. Here […]

With so many negative things going on in the world broadcast in real-time on traditional and social media, how do you talk to your kids about them? That’s where Dr. Dawn Brown comes in. She’s the double-board certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist. Brown is the CEO and sole practitioner at ADHD wellness center and has […]

Brandon and Bianca have broken up but have still remained cordial because of their relationship with D'Essence.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR LATEST BOOK, THINK YOURSELF THIN A 30 DAY GUIDE TO PERMANENT WEIGHT LOSS? After helping folks lose over 2 million pounds, I realized the most overlooked factor for permanent weight loss, is MENTAL MASTERY… That means you have to have motivation, discipline and focus to get to your goal weight. You […]

Q: WHAT IS GESTATIONAL DIABETES? A: Gestational diabetes is diabetes that is found for the first time when a woman is pregnant. Diabetes means that your blood glucose (also called blood sugar) is too high. You and your baby use glucose for energy. But too much glucose in your blood can be harmful and when […]

Gary reveals how he dealt with his Cancer diagnosis to Rickey, Juicy, Brat and Headkrack -- but someone isn't happy about being left out.

Gout is a painful form of arthritis. It affects more than 3 million Americans It causes very painful, swollen, red, hot and stiff joints. A joint that Is commonly affected are the big toe, but other joints such as the knees, wrists, fingers, and elbows can also get gout. Gout occurs when excess uric acid (a […]

Cancer, DUIs and new house guests to appear in the return of 'Rickey Smiley For Real' season 5.

The Balm In Gilead, Inc. is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organization (NGO) whose mission is to prevent diseases and to improve the health status of individuals who are disproportionately affected by high rates of health disparities. Dr. Pernessa Seele, is the Founder and CEO. Her organization works to combat health disparities in the African-American community. One of […]

Eye care is important at any age – after all, you only get two. But in your 40’s, 50’s and 60’s, it’s even more significant. Here we have more information on eye care and another perspective on controversial LASIK surgery.  SHOULD YOU GO SEE AN OPHTHAMOLOGIST EVEN IF YOU DON’T CURRENTLY WEAR GLASSES? Absolutely! Part of […]