Social "Butterfly" Wednesday

If you know Shanelle Gabriel, you know she's no stranger to elleELLEeye.  You may also know that May is National Lupus Awareness Month.  In the efforts to help raise money and awareness, Shanelle will be hosting an After-work Social Event to benefit the Alliance for Lupus Research.

Here are the details: Wednesday, May 18th || Honey Lounge || 243 West 14th St. New York, NY 10011 || Hosted by Shanelle Gabriel (Singer / HBO Def Poet/ Lyricist) || Music by the one and only DJ COMMISH || Suggested donation: $10+ (All door proceeds go to the Alliance for Lupus Research) || 21+ Over Only

|| Dress code: Sexy and chic, Gents: Collared shirt, No sneakers, No hats || Drink and food specials all night! || Also, bracelets and information on Lupus will be distributed

Lupus is an auto-immune disease that affects 1.5 million Americans each year. Join us as we raise money for a cure

Visit: www.shanellegabriel.com/Lupus for more information

Not in NYC or busy that night? Please still DONATE for a cure for LUPUS by visiting: www.walk.lupusresearch.org/goto/shanellegabriel2011


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eyeCare: MS Charity

There comes a time in everyone's life where things change completely.  Just ask rapper Nixon Nyce, who has recently been affected by the disease Multiple Sclerosis (MS). When life throws us off for a second, we have a choice whether we'll let our circumstances control us, or if we're control them. 


Nixon took it upon himself to make a difference. Not only is he looking to change his life, but the life of others affected by MS.  Do you have a favorite rap artist? Well we need you to go onto Twitter and make them, and all of your followers, aware of the charity project Nixon has taken on. Not often will anyone have a charity event where 100% of the proceeds benefit the organization, but Nixon is serious about raising money and giving it directly to the cause at hand; the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Watch the video below to see Nizon's personal testimony, and what you need to do to help. Happy watching!

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For more information on how to help Nixon Nyce with the cause, visit
www.nixonnyce.com

For more information on MS, check out
www.nationalmssociety.org

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Aid a Friend: Spread the Message

Although National Black HIV/AIDs Awareness Day has passed, your consciousness shouldn’t. According to the CDC, African-Americans are the leading cause of all HIV/AIDs cases in the United States.

As of 2006, African-American men counted six times higher than white men for cases of new HIV infection, and African-American women counted nearly a whopping 15 times higher than white females.

Furthermore, from 2005-2008, the rate of HIV diagnoses rose from 68/100,000 to 74/100,000 making this number the largest increase of infection in a given ethnicity/race.

Seriously, what’s the buzz?

It is my belief that socioeconomic factors affect African-Americans harsher than other races, which contribute to high numbers. In other words: Poverty → poor housing → lack of healthcare → lack of education on prevention → not using protection or sharing of needles during drug use → infection spreads → fear (people will not seek help because they are afraid of others finding out) → death → HIGHER NUMBERS.

So what can we do? It’s simple: spread the message by educating yourself and others. 

Ways HIV is spread

*Sexual Intercourse

*Anal sex

*Oral Sex

*Injected drug use

*Blood transfusion

*Mother-to-child breast milk

Ways to prevent

*Abstinence: 100% proof against catching HIV/AIDs.

*Be in a monogamous relationship: Communicate with your partner and be honest about your sexual history. It can save your life and his/hers.

*Safe sex is unlike the rest: Any condom with spermicide for anal, vaginal or oral penetration. Lesbians may wish to use a dental dam, a thin latex square, for oral sex.

*If you work in healthcare: I’m pretty sure they drill this but you are at risk as well. Wearing medical latex or non-latex gloves when you come into contact with a patient’s urine, blood, or semen, or feces can protect you.

*Do not share needles: Ever!

*Stop with the stereotypes: HIV/AIDs doesn’t discriminate and neither should you.

*GET TESTED! If you are sexually active, you need to check your status, and more than once in a year.

Urstrulee,

KareemaBee

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Source: CDC, Pic: Ithaca.edu

*I am not a physican or health professional. This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. By reading this you understand & you release elleELLEeye from any warranty or liability for your use of this information. We are a blog created to spread love, live life and inspire readers to help themselves and others.

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eyeWatch: Young Flame's "Intuition"

Denzil "Young Flame" Porter has been hard at work pushing Aids Awareness! His song "Intuition" is geared towards spreading awareness on the issue of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and encourage those out there to get tested and know their status. We commend Young Flame for taking on this great task, as he continues to put his artistry to good use by getting a message out that needs to be heard by the world. As you watch the video and listen to the record, you'll see how the "Mind boggling story of how non-communication and intuition" unfolds. The video was directed by Fionia Amara & Jaison Williams. Take a look at it, share it, and be sure to leave a comment! Happy watching.

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Happy World Aids Day

Did you know today, DECEMBER 1st, is WORLD AIDS DAY?

According to UNAIDS estimates, there are now 33.3 million people living with HIV, including 2.5 million children and during 2009 some 2.6 million people became newly infected with the virus and an estimated 1.8 million people died from AIDS.

Just in case you might have missed it, check out how Young Flame spreads awareness in our recent post HERE

This is nothing to take lightly, please get tested!
Team elleELLEeye
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November is: American Diabetes Month

During November, I will do my very best to address different health observances. First on the list: American Diabetes

Facts:
-Diabetes is a common disorder from trouble in the endocrine system (your hormones like insulin, & other chemicals)
-Diabetes comes in two types: 1 & 2.
-Non insulin-dependent (Type II) is not only preventable, but in many cases curable.

Did you know?
-Over 20 million adults and children have diabetes in the U.S.
-According to the American Diabetes Foundation, about 50 million more people have ‘prediabetes’ and are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
-What’s worse is that the death rate of diabetes has risen over 40% since 1987 compared to other diseases that have declined.

But have no fear bizzybodies!

I’ve researched some ways you can prevent your sweet tooth from getting you into trouble. Also, remember for those of you who have family members with it (such as myself) make sure you check to see that it is not genetic!

1. Take care of your teeth! Did you know that chronic gum disease is often associated with diabetes? It can make it difficult for your body to control glucose levels.

2. Overweight? Physical activity is a proven remedy to avoid many health problems. Keep it consistent.

3. Chill out! Stress as well as certain foods leads to high blood pressure, which puts you at great risk for type 2 diabetes as well as other medical catastrophes.

4. Puff! Puff! Pass! …NOT. Need I have to say why smoking is bad for you? Okay then, moving on…

5. Substitute the licorice for spinach-well not exactly. However, since of many of you, like myself, may have a problem getting rid of dessert all together, replacing a fruit for a piece of pie can save a slice of your life.

These tips always seem like common sense right? Well then why the heck are so many people affected by it in the U.S.? That’s another story…Celebs like Bret Michaels & Patti Labelle provide ways to live healthier lives since they deal with diabetes as well.

Know any other tips? Drop a Buzz…
Urstrulee,
KareemaBee

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Source: American Diabetes Foundation, WebMD

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EyeAm AWARE

Here at elleELLEeye we cannot get enough of philanthropy! We live to spread love to others and definitely hope our actions have inspired people in some way. This month, we acknowledged Breast Cancer Awareness Month & National Lupus Erythematosus Month with posts and events. However, we also understand this time is also dedicated to other causes.

So here's a list of some more observances during October. We understand that each is important, and that there are many people that have been affected by them.

• Domestic Violence Awareness Month

• Health Literacy Month

• Healthy Lung Month

• National Dental Hygiene Month

• National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

• National Infertility Awareness Month

• National Physical Therapy Month

• National Spina Bifida Month

• Rett Syndrome Awareness Month

• Sudden Infant Death (SIDS) Awareness Month

• World Blindness Awareness Month

• American Pharmacist Month

• Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month

• 3D Ultarsound Awareness Month

Do you observe any of these?

If so, drop a buzz.

Urs trulee,

KareemaBee

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Pic: artistcitizen.com

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eyeWalked for Breast Cancer Awareness

Team elleELLEeye has been increasing its philanthropic efforts! Our latest act has been taking part in the Breast Cancer Awareness Walk with the American Cancer Society. We created a team to walk for the great cause in Central Park in NYC (with DANiE as the team leader), and ♥ t i f f a n y took part of the walk in Atlanta, GA. Arissa & KareemaBee were in NYC as well, and Kareema put together a wonderful video that captured the love that was in the air as we all made strides against breast cancer! Although our team goal was to raise $500, we raised over $140 through our team page and also had team members donate on site.

Shatika Parker, founder of Bee Young, Bee FAB, Bee You joined team elleELLEeye and also raised ~$130 for her team. It's great to see people come together for a great cause and support the survivors, those living with the disease, and those who have moved on to a better place. We all walked with a purpose, as we showed that off with out exclusive buttons. Enjoy the slide show and photos below - we hope to have you join us in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer next year!

Thank you to everyone who walked with us and donated!
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*Video produced by KareemaBee
*Photos by KareemaBee, ♥ t i f f a n y, and DANiE

Feel Your Boobies

We're still in the month of breast cancer awareness, and one cannot stress the importance of your health. For women (and men) out there, it's important that you get checked for the disease, the earlier the better. Some people may be freaked out or afraid of what the results may be, but even if you find a lump, it may be a benign cyst and not as serious as you think. If you're afraid to go to a doctor, it's okay. You can feel your own boobies first!

Here's a short video demonstration on how to perform a breast exam.

Although you can perform this self-test, it's important that you go see a doctor/physician to validate your findings or lack there of. Find a friend to do the self-exam with you, that way you won't freak out as much. Don't wait too long - early detection doesn't mean your life is over, it just means you have more time to enjoy it once you're healthy. No one will care for your body if you don't!

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