Chuck D and Flavor Flav of Public Enemy, Coolio, Kid Frost and the Dogg Pound’s Kurupt are just a few of the hip hop pioneer veterans who responded when bass player/ music producer Clint “Payback” Sands reached out to his friends, inviting them to sound the alarm and participate in the “Check Your Risk” (CYR) […]
Beach Plum Farm, Cape May’s idyllic 62-acre working farm, has brought back its beloved Rooted package for 2022, and this winter it focuses on all things wellness and hitting the reset button – perfect for those looking for a “Dry January” destination or getaway with friends focused on clean eating and relaxation. Throughout January, guests […]
Glands in the face have hormone receptors that are affected by menstrual hormone fluctuations Hormonal breakouts usually occur around the jawline Itchy skin occurs during the period of the menstrual cycle where estrogen levels drop and the hormone receptors on the sebaceous glands are not stimulated Oily skin during and shortly after your period occurs […]
We’re all familiar with the covid “quarantine 15” – but the challenge of losing it can be a bigger struggle than putting it on if your partner and social network aren’t supportive of your goals. Renowned behavioral health expert Dr. Gary Foster, the Chief Scientific Officer at WW (formerly Weight Watchers International), says there is […]
There is a comprehensive Black-owned spa located in Queens called Bella Body Spa and Beauty Lounge. The spa offers over 100 different services with specialization in post-operative surgical care. With the “zoom boom” brought on by the pandemic, the demand for esthetic transformation has increased significantly since quarantine. From 24K Gold facials to deep tissue […]
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA), together with the Town of Babylon, will launch its nationwide Alzheimer’s walk at Babylon Town Hall (200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst) on Saturday, October 30, at 10:00 am. Long Islanders are invited to take park in the “Alzheimer’s Walk in The Park” and can register in advance by visiting […]
The NYC Test & Trace Corps announced that its Street Health Outreach & Wellness (SHOW) mobile units have offered services to more than 50,000 New Yorkers, with a focus on people experiencing homelessness, including COVID testing and vaccinations, medical care including wound care, mental health and substance use care, and referrals to harm reduction services. […]
More and more people are talking about this “happy hormone” called serotonin. This naturally produced bodily chemical has become so popular in some groups that memes and other pop culture references have been created. So what is this happy hormone and what should we know about it? Dr. Vikki Petersen, certified clinical nutritionist, chiropractor and […]
Brian Henry, the internationally-famed “DJ B-Hen,” has performed for President Obama, Beyonce, Cardi B, Solange, Usher, Pharrell, and most recently he continued his national tour in Los Angeles the B-Hen Block Party where he meshes his love for music, positivity, and mission to combat breast cancer. As one of the nation’s most sought-after celebrity disc […]
It is definitely not too late to get into shape. It might be a little too late for your summer bod, but the goal should always be to make sustainable lifestyle decisions, not just participating in the latest trend when it comes to losing weight and burning fat. As the old saying goes, “abs are […]
The stars were gifted a special package of java at the Emmy earlier this month. Nora’s Naturals Coffee is a healthy coffee brand. The brand offers single-origin organic coffee that feature the coffee elixirs with specific benefits- beauty-boosting, fat burning and immune-strengthening. Each coffee elixir helps the body adapt to stress, increases cellular turnover for […]
The Impact of COVID-19 on Individuals Living with Alzheimer’s Disease Presented by Stony Brook Center of Excellence for Alzheimer’s Disease Friday, November 5 8 – 11 am Webinar will be held via Zoom. Earn CMEs, NCPDs, CEUs. Registration information to follow. The COVID pandemic presents unique risks to people with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia from higher rates […]
The traumas that we’ve experienced in our lives can paralyze our minds as we try to live a normal life. Sudden flashbacks can occur from the motorcycle accident that you had. The face of an abuser can appear in a crowd of strangers while walking down the street. There are countless scenarios and examples, but […]
You worked hard all winter to finally be able to show off your summer body and to indulge in the sugary goodness of sodas, cakes, and every other sweet treat that comes with summer fun. But what is all this sugar doing to your body as you’re having fun in the sun? More importantly, what […]
Estrogen, although present in small amounts in the body, can impact one’s overall health and wellness in crazy ways. Too much or too little can throw off your health, both mentally and physically. Low estrogen can commonly occur during menopause in women, thus leading to a host of unwanted and bothersome symptoms. But, menopause (or […]
Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson returns to MTC for the
Broadway debut of his brilliant solo play celebrating the strong,
big-hearted woman who raised him: Miss Rachel. In a 1950s boarding
house outside Buffalo, Nanny, as she was affectionately called, opened
her doors to anyone and everyone in need of kindness, hope, compassion
and care. Giving a tour-de-force performance accompanied by live music
written by acclaimed composer Bill Sims, Jr. and performed by Blues
Hall of Fame Guitarist Junior Mack, Santiago-Hudson embodies more than
20 vibrant characters, creating a richly textured reminiscence that’s
inspiring, uplifting and right at home on Broadway.
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Episode 124: Stopping The “Miseducation” With NY Edge CEO Rachael Gazdick The Trend With Justin A Williams With more than 20 years of experience in education advocacy, guest Rachael Gazdick has dedicated her career to building equity in education. As CEO of NYC’s largest school-based afterschool and summer program provider, Gazdick leads New York Edge’s mission to provide thousands of K-12 public school students with free, engaging programs that enhance their learning and help them to achieve their full potential. Gazdick and I discuss the rigors of trying to change the stigma surrounding urban education, how has NY been the perfect community for their programs and why believing in the kids and staff is always the first place we start any dialogue! Come and listen!
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