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An unlikely marriage: The pressure of celebrity and the escapism of drugs

An unlikely marriage: The pressure of celebrity and the escapism of drugs

February 17, 2012 0 Comments Blog, General mlp

This post is to commemorate one of my favorite celebrities and performers, Whitney Elizabeth Houston. May she RIP. This was an unfortunate loss for the Houston/Brown family, the entertainment and music industries, fans, and for all those who suffer directly or indirectly from substance abuse and/orRead more
Death of king sized candy bars

Death of king sized candy bars

February 17, 2012 0 Comments General mlp

I am sure that you have heard the news by now – The Mars Corporation will no longer make king-sized versions of their candy bars and the company has decided to reduce the size of their standard candy bar . There are two interesting aspects about this move: This decision subtly closes theRead more
What you need to know about the new HIV vaccine

What you need to know about the new HIV vaccine

August 20, 2011 0 Comments Blog, General mlp

Unless you have been living under a rock, or if you have absolutely no concern over your sexual health and wellness (e.g. no sex life) or the sexual health of others, you have certainly heard about some breaking major developments in the world of HIV prevention. While the holy grail of HIVRead more
Reducing the baby mama epidemic – Federal government OK’s birth control with no co-pay

Reducing the baby mama epidemic – Federal government OK’s birth control with no co-pay

August 19, 2011 0 Comments Blog, General mlp

Yep, you read the headline right. This is about as big as when the FDA approved Plan B – the morning after pill for over the counter use. Doggit – what will be the excuse be for unwanted and unplanned pregnancies now? Don’t worry, I will wait on your answer…. *crickets*Read more
No joke: April 1 is National Walk to Work Day

No joke: April 1 is National Walk to Work Day

March 31, 2011 2 Comments Blog, General mlp

Yes, you read the post title correctly and this is no April Fool’s joke (wouldn’t that be cruel? lol). I can’t make this stuff up, people. I don’t think I have ever heard of this particular public health observance day (there are so many – for a full list, please visitRead more
6 things we can learn from Elizabeth Taylor (RIP)

6 things we can learn from Elizabeth Taylor (RIP)

March 30, 2011 2 Comments Blog, General mlp

Last week, we lost a great American icon, Elizabeth Taylor.  I have always had a fond respect for her – not only was she an academy award-winning actress, she was a beautiful, confident and quick-witted vixen that seemed to be generous in many ways.  I appreciated her candor and can empathizeRead more
Fast Food Nation: McDonald’s oatmeal is not so healthy

Fast Food Nation: McDonald’s oatmeal is not so healthy

February 28, 2011 2 Comments Blog, General mlp

McDonald’s sells its oatmeal as a healthy breakfast alternative, but according to one food critic, it includes too many not-so-healthy ingredients. Its new oatmeal, which McDonald’s released nationwide last month as a “bowl full of wholesome,” is actually a crock full ofRead more
Media Images: Timothy Bloom “Til the end of time”

Media Images: Timothy Bloom “Til the end of time”

February 28, 2011 0 Comments Blog, General mlp

The web is all abuzz about R & B newcomer, singer/songwriter Timothy Bloom’s new music video. ‘Til the end of time’ is a sultry love song, but what is most notable is the video’s costar, V. Bozeman.  More than a video model, V. is also a songstress and a boldRead more
Anti-abortion billboard targeting blacks placed in New York’s Soho neighborhood

Anti-abortion billboard targeting blacks placed in New York’s Soho neighborhood

February 28, 2011 1 Comment Blog, General mlp

Courtesy of our friends at Clutch Magazine: Yesterday, Texas-based anti-abortion group Life Always erected a billboard targeted at African-American women on the corner of Watts and Sixth Avenue in New York’s upscale SoHo shopping district. According to the NY Times, Steven Broden, a pastor andRead more
A Conundrum: Big Breasts, Implants and Breast Cancer

A Conundrum: Big Breasts, Implants and Breast Cancer

February 05, 2011 0 Comments Blog, General mlp

The Huffington Post posted an article today outlining the top 25 reasons why a woman should not get breast implants (Link). The major headline last week was that women who get breast implants are susceptible to cancer, ALCL: anaplastic large cell lymphoma. While only a small number of women haveRead more
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Sebelius At Georgetown Calls For ‘Conversation and Compromise’

Sebelius At Georgetown Calls For ‘Conversation and Compromise’

May 19, 2012 0 Comments News

Reuters/Chicago Tribune: Health Secretary Urges Contraception Compromise U.S. Health Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, in a speech at Georgetown University a few miles from the
Medical success or boondoggle?

Medical success or boondoggle?

May 19, 2012 0 Comments News

For more of CNN correspondent Drew Griffin’s investigation of India’s experimental embryonic stem cell therapy, watch “CNN Presents: Selling a
Fitness: Exercise apps for your smartphone

Fitness: Exercise apps for your smartphone

May 19, 2012 0 Comments News

Forget Angry Birds. Your smartphone can be a powerful tool for improving your overall fitness if you give it half a chance. Whether you’re a couch potato looking to