Author: Carma Henry

Carma Lynn Henry Westside Gazette Newspaper 545 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 Office: (954) 525-1489 Fax: (954) 525-1861

     Everyone has heard the advice to “listen to your heart.” This holds true especially when it comes to heart conditions like hereditary transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (or hATTR-CM). It took years for me to get diagnosed. My body was telling me something was off – but at the time, I didn’t listen to it. Also, some doctors are not familiar with the disease. I saw six doctors before I was finally diagnosed with hATTR-CM – and my experience is not unusual. That’s why I’m so passionate about sharing my story.

     To free ourselves from this destructive behavior, it’s essential to practice self-reflection and humility. Recognizing our own faults and the hidden harm we can cause, hopefully, allows us to approach conflicts with a more open and compassionate mindset. It paves the way for healthier relationships and personal growth. In essence, it’s a reminder that no one is faultless and acknowledging our own imperfections is a powerful step towards becoming a more compassionate and mindful human being.

Breast cancer awareness is a global initiative aimed at educating individuals about the risks, prevention, early detection, and treatment of breast cancer.

Florida has one of the largest medical marijuana markets – contributing more than $1 Billion to the economy, but Black entrepreneurs and patients are getting left behind. For decades the cannabis industry has had capable Black entrepreneurs who have operated legacy businesses, but too few Black Florida entrepreneurs have opportunities to break into the legal cannabis market.