Lana Wilson-Combs

There was a time when people viewed pharmacists merely as a group of white coats who simply filled prescriptions from corner drug stores. Not anymore. As the healthcare industry has evolved, so too have the roles, and need for pharmacists. Pharmacists work in various settings, from nursing homes, colleges, and…

  Anyone who has bought or sold a house knows the importance of real estate appraisers. Appraisers are needed for many property transactions. For example, a lender concerned whether the property being sold will serve as sufficient collateral for purchase financing will often engage an appraiser to provide an opinion…

Like women, African American men have traditionally been underrepresented in the construction industry. According to a recent article in Engineering News-Record (June 17, 2020), the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics noted that Blacks comprise 12 percent of the workforce, yet they represent just 6 percent of the construction industry. African American industry leaders…

Many people may not realize how important professional fiduciaries are until they need them. Professional fiduciaries are independent third parties who provide critical services to seniors, persons with disabilities, and children. They manage matters for clients that can include daily care, housing, and medical needs. They also offer financial management…

The Coronavirus pandemic has drastically altered our lives. The uncertainty of these challenging times can cause stress, fear, anger, isolation, and ultimately impact our overall health and well-being. For people who already suffer from anxiety, depression and other mental disorders,  these emotions can become even more pronounced during a crisis…

Homeowners hire contractors year-round, but especially during the summer for remodeling, repairs, and landscaping needs. There are several companies open for business even amid the Coronavirus pandemic. After all, air conditioners and heaters can break down, indoor and outdoor pipes can burst, and always of course when you least expect…

April 22 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.  The annual event, which was enacted on April 22, 1970, is celebrated around the world to bring awareness to environmental issues and to provide measures that will help protect our planet. The idea of Earth Day was the brainchild of United…

Social distancing, flattening the curve and shelter-in-place are catchphrases for many of us, that less than two months ago, weren’t part of our vocabulary. However, that was before the global Coronavirus pandemic gripped the world, upended our lives and now has us wondering if they’ll ever be the same again.…

There is a lot of truth to the adage: “The Eyes Are the Windows to The Soul.” That’s because our eyes reveal so much about us. They convey when we’re tired, sad, frightened, angry, happy and they can even help determine other potential systemic health issues such as high blood…

Aside from the cost, one of the biggest concerns many consumers have regarding their prescription medications is whether they are safe to take beyond the stamped expiration date. According to a recent article in Harvard Medical School’s Health Publishing (December 13, 2019), in 1979, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) required…