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Turmeric Soap for Black Skin: Miracle Skincare or Just Hype?

Kweli I. Wright

November 12, 2025

Turmeric soap is everywhere — TikTok, Instagram, your cousin’s bathroom. These bright yellow bars promise to treat acne, fade dark…

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Clinical Trials

This Black Woman is Changing the Face of Clinical Research

Taylyn Washington-Harmon

November 12, 2025

Clinical research plays a crucial role in advancing healthcare, but historically, it has lacked diversity both in its workforce and…

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5 Reasons Your Hair Texture Changes

November 12, 2025

Your hair, like everything else on your body, can change over time for many different reasons. Even with the best…

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Living With Sickle Cell Disease

Is Charcoal Toothpaste Safe for Your Teeth?

November 12, 2025

While it’s hard to pinpoint the exact number of Americans who use charcoal toothpaste, its use has grown over the…

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Knowledge Is Power: Why Family Health Conversations Matter

November 11, 2025

As someone who has spent years helping people navigate fear, anxiety, and family dynamics, licensed therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab understands…

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Berberine Benefits Explained: Why People Are Calling It ‘Nature’s Ozempic’

Kweli I. Wright

November 11, 2025

If you’ve been online lately, you’ve seen folks calling berberine “nature’s Ozempic,” a comparison to the prescription weight-loss drugs that…

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Signs of Heart Attack in Women: What Every Black Woman Needs to Know

Kweli I. Wright

November 11, 2025

When most people picture a heart attack, they think of a man clutching his chest, gasping for air — that…

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Multiple Sclerosis

‘Listen to Your Body’: Dr. Mitzi Williams on Why MS Gets Overlooked in Blacks

November 11, 2025

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, potentially causing various symptoms including vision problems,…

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Clinical Trials

A Black Doctor Shares Why Lupus Trials Need REAL Representation

November 11, 2025

Dr. Jessica Williams, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Medicine Division of Rheumatology, Washington University School of Medicine and Medical Advisor…

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Healthy Pregnancy

10 Skincare Ingredients to Avoid When You’re Pregnant

November 11, 2025

Your body can go through a lot of changes when you’re pregnant. Still, you might not expect how much your…

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The 6 Most Addictive Foods- And How to Break Free

Nutritionist Mary Toscano

November 10, 2025

You've probably felt it before: that euphoric feeling after biting into one of your favorite foods. Your eyes roll back,…

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Clinical Trials

This Black Woman Is Using Clinical Research to Fight Neglected Diseases Arriving in the U.S.

Taylyn Washington-Harmon

November 10, 2025

As climate change accelerates the spread of tropical diseases into new regions, one organization is working to ensure lifesaving treatments…

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An Expert Explains

A Geriatrician Explains: Why Self-Care Is Non-Negotiable for Caregivers

November 10, 2025

For millions of Americans, caregiving isn’t just an act of love—it’s a full-time responsibility that can take a toll on…

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12 Reasons Why It Feels Like Your Heart Rate Won’t Slow Down

Dominique Lambright

November 10, 2025

Anxiety? Caffeine? More serious? Running the last few minutes of a race, preparing for a major presentation, or watching "Stranger…

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Why More Young Adults Are Losing Teeth and 5 Ways to Protect Yours

Dominique Lambright

November 10, 2025

If you’ve ever felt like your teeth aren’t as strong as they used to be — or like no one…

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The 10 Most Important Vitamins for Your Eyes

November 9, 2025

Your eyes are extremely complex organs that need many different vitamins and nutrients to function properly and remain healthy. Common…

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