Beginning in 1911, March 8 has been known as “International Women’s Day,” but long before this date women have been making history. In observance of International Women’s Day, March has been named Women’s History Month. Historically, women have been the foundation...

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and if colonoscopies had been as common in 1977 as they are today, my mother might still be alive; if they hadn’t become such an innovative procedure, I might not have survived.Medical statistics tell us that colorectal cancer...

With International Women’s Day this month, it’s a time to reflect on women’s treatment through the years. There was a time when all women wanted was financial freedom and a chance to vote. And in the case of many Americans shrouded in time, an escape from...

Ching Shih is one of the most successful female pirates in history. Nay! One of the most successful pirates, period. Born in 1785, her real story begins as a prostitute on a floating brothel. Her beauty caught the eye of pirate captain Sheng Yi but it was her...

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, women comprise 47% of the U.S. Labor force, yet lag substantially behind men when it comes to representing leadership positions. The good news is even though the gender wage gap has declined in most professions, the number...

Now that you’re moving in the direction of learning an instrument, here are two more ways to acquire that musical knowledge. For those who want to go pro: Start a band This method will force you to learn chords and riffs in a matter of days. You’ll be forced to...

For many of us women, the long-cherished dream of playing the violin, piano, cello or flute have been tucked away behind a sad, but sweet phrase, “I wish I could do that, but I’m not talented enough.” This tragic thought, which is really the fear of failing too...

Many people enjoy chocolate hearts both to give and receive on Valentine’s Day. What else delights on this special day of admiration? Beyond the love-red cards and fancy tasty treats, consider this: A lifesaving present today also includes people who give parts of...

About 40% of people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes. It’s the #1 cause of death for women age 35-84 (and #2, after accidents, for women age 25-34). Cancer affects virtually everyone - learning holistic ways to prevent it can help save your life or...

Human trafficking involves a complex web of various participants, places and times. It is a hidden crime, in which victims are pressured into silence. Victims of trafficking may not know their rights to legal protection and may fear being prosecuted or punished for...

Good News! The modern anti-trafficking movement got its kick start with the adoption of the Palermo Protocol in 2000 and has grown substantially ever since. Governments have made and are continually making progress in passing and enforcing legislation criminalizing...

The Problem: The horrors that sex trafficking victims face are torture and murder if they don’t comply, exposure to pelvic inflammatory disease, HIV/AIDS, and other sexually transmitted infections. Women and young girls who are victims of human traffickers that...