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Monkeypox Disproportionately Affects Black Men in Georgia

It was expected that Black people would suffer most from the new disease but here’s why it’s happening.

By

Kalyn Womack

Published

August 11, 2022
Culture, Health

NBA All-star mom Wanda Durant is Spreading the Word About Graves’ Disease

Kevin Durant’s mom is sharing her experience to encourage others to take their health into their own hands

By

Angela Johnson

Published

July 22, 2022
Culture, Health

Amber Ruffin Wants to Talk About Her Uterus, and Yours Too

We spoke exclusively with the comedian and talk show host about her experience with fibroids and why Black women should advocate for their uterine health

By

Angela Johnson

Published

July 21, 2022
Culture, Health

After a Painful Fibroid Experience, Dawn Heels is on a Mission to Empower Black Women

“If it’s impacting your health, something should be done about it,” said the 39-year-old U.K. resident

By

Angela Johnson

Published

July 9, 2022
Culture, Health

Fibroids 101

From diagnosis to treatment options, we’re breaking down what you need to know about the condition that affects more Black women than any other racial group

By

Angela Johnson

Published

July 6, 2022
Black Maternal Healthcare, Culture, Health

Black Women Living with Fibroids: Tell us Your Story.

Studies show Black women are three times more likely to develop fibroids than any other racial group

By

Angela Johnson

Published

June 27, 2022
Culture, Health

New Study Links Asthma Rates and Racism

In Pittsburgh, researchers find direct link between institutional biases and the chronic respiratory disease.

By

Keith Reed

Published

June 17, 2022
Culture, Health

Study Shows Older Black Adults Are Three Times More Likely To Die of Air Pollution Than White Adults

This comes as a result of varying factors, like industry placement, the report reveals.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

June 16, 2022
Culture, Health

Black Women Are Not Surprised By The Fact That Roe Is At Risk, But They’re Damn Sure Prepared

Should more abortion restrictions come rolling out, Black women leaders are working to ensure anyone and everyone gets access to the services they need.

By

Vanessa De Luca

Published

June 12, 2022
Culture, Health

Queen Latifah Wants to Have an Honest Conversation About Obesity

The rapper, actress and Cover Girl is hitting the road on the “It’s Bigger Than Me” tour to help erase the stigma around obesity

By

Angela Johnson

Published

June 8, 2022