I grew up in a multigenerational home, as is the cultural norm with many Hispanic/Latino families. My grandparents built their home when they migrated to the U.S. from Puerto Rico and as a wedding gift to my aunt, they gifted her half the land. Our 2 houses faced each other and my brothers, cousins, and… Continue reading The Balancing Act of a Caretaker

Diabetes currently affects nearly 37 million Americans, and 96 million are prediabetic, according to recent statistics from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Of these statistics, Diabetes was ranked number 7 for the leading cause of death and is the number 1 cause of kidney failure, lower-limb amputations, and adult blindness. What is diabetes? Diabetes… Continue reading A Team Approach to Diabetes Care

Originating in 1994, World Vegan Day was created by Louise Wallis, a prominent animal rights activist, who was seeking a way to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Vegan Society. World Vegan Day is held every year on November 1st and is a way to celebrate and promote veganism. So, what is being vegan all… Continue reading Nisha, Katelin & Rithana Help Us Celebrate World Vegan Day