Dr. R.Y. Langham

Dr. R. Y. Langham holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Fisk University, a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (M.M.F.T.) from Trevecca Nazarene University and a Ph.D. in Family Psychology from Capella University. She is currently a medical, health & wellness contributor, copywriter, researcher and psychological consultant for Livestrong magazine and Disorders.org.

Stories by this contributor

Heat Illness: Protect Yourself from Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke

During summer, Tennessee gets hot. So it’s important to understand heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

A Lupus Diet That Can Ease Your Symptoms and Improve Your Health

Written by Dr. R.Y. Langham

I was diagnosed with lupus when I was 11 years old and have been coping with it for the past 29 years. As a teen, I believed that my health depended solely on my prescribed medications. I didn’t realize the foods I put in my body could also have a significant effect.

What You Need to Know About Sickle Cell Disease

Written by Dr. R.Y. Langham

Did you know that sickle cell disease (SCD) is most prevalent in the African-American population?

WellTuned by BCBST

WellTuned provides inspiration and practical advice for healthy living. WellTuned does not offer medical advice. Any personal health questions should be addressed to your doctor.

Dr. R.Y. Langham

Stories by this contributor

Heat Illness: Protect Yourself from Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke

A Lupus Diet That Can Ease Your Symptoms and Improve Your Health

What You Need to Know About Sickle Cell Disease