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By Karla L. Robinson, MDIt is no secret that African American men have the shortest life span in the U.S. as compared to any other group. It is estimated that the life span at birth of the average black boy is only 69 years. This is almost ten years less than the national average. While this disparity is certainly multifactorial, is stress one of the major players?
By Dr. Daneen SkubeBy Latasha A. McWright, TNCP Guest Writer
We all know the IRS Deadline to file your taxes without penalty is April 18th, 2011, & is approaching vastly. There are many of so called “free” tax software programs out there, even companies promoting they prepare taxes for free. I encourage you to read the small print! In many cases, a portion is free but there are hidden fees or catches associated with the deal. Michigan has a variety of totally, completely, absolutely FREE tax preparation services in our Community – for those who qualify. Keep every dollar of your return in your pocket!
Dear Tamara:
My fiancé has asked me to move in with him. We have been together for three years and engaged for almost a year now. We have not yet set a wedding date because we each have another year of school left and we both want to wait until we graduate college before getting married. In a way it makes perfect sense that we move in together.
By Dr. Daneen Skube
”Why can’t I get a job?” “Why am I always so broke?” “Why can’t I lose weight?” These seemingly valid questions can wreak havoc on your life and your success. Whoever first said, “There are no bad questions,” was dead wrong. If you want to get a job, make more money, lose weight or achieve any other worthwhile goal, it’s time you start asking better questions.
In honor of National Kidney Month, Urban Housecall Magazine wanted to bring an inspiring story of survival to you. We interviewed Jacquie Lewis-Kemp, a woman who was diagnosed with diabetes at 7 years old, went on to experience the devastating effects of kidney failure. Her triumphant story of survival after a kidney transplant will absolutely move you.
By Mark Miller
Tribune Media Services
Reverse mortgages were created to help seniors stay in their homes by tapping the equity built up over the years. Now, a small but growing number of reverse mortgage borrowers find themselves at risk of losing their homes anyway.
By Tom Lagana 
By Tashmica Torok