Sistas of a certain age now is your time. You have worked hard and sacrificed. You succeeded in jumping through hoops just to get what you … [Read more...] about Black Women After Menopause: 5 Ways to Feel More Powerful
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The Lazy Person’s Guide To Toning Your Body At Home
Are you looking for the best way to start toning your body at home? Convincing yourself it’s time to start exercising should be easy — … [Read more...] about The Lazy Person’s Guide To Toning Your Body At Home
5 Things The National Museum of African American History & Culture Did For My Self-Esteem
When I saw our first Black president Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey, and Will Smith stand proudly outside of the momentous five-story monument, … [Read more...] about 5 Things The National Museum of African American History & Culture Did For My Self-Esteem
How Black Clinical Trial Participation Can End Health Care Inequalities
New medical treatments often come with great promise, but sometimes that promise doesn’t fully extend to Black Americans. “Populations of … [Read more...] about How Black Clinical Trial Participation Can End Health Care Inequalities
Lymphedema Can Be Prevented If Caught Early!
During a mastectomy or lumpectomy, your surgeon may choose to remove lymph nodes in your armpit in order to make sure there are no residual … [Read more...] about Lymphedema Can Be Prevented If Caught Early!
Why Am I So Tired? Step-By-Step Guide to Beat Fatigue
What is fatigue? Do you get easily tired? Do you feel mental or physical exhaustion? You may be experiencing fatigue. You may take longer … [Read more...] about Why Am I So Tired? Step-By-Step Guide to Beat Fatigue
Psoriatic Arthritis or Fibromyalgia? How to Tell the Difference
Living with chronic pain and fatigue can be challenging, especially when it's caused by multiple conditions. If you have psoriatic arthritis … [Read more...] about Psoriatic Arthritis or Fibromyalgia? How to Tell the Difference
Keep Your Blood Sugar Under Control: 8 Herbal Remedies Every Black Person Should Know
The Centers for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), states that diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that … [Read more...] about Keep Your Blood Sugar Under Control: 8 Herbal Remedies Every Black Person Should Know
The African Diet: 5 Essential Eating Tips To Jumpstart A Healthier Lifestyle
Beginning a healthy lifestyle can sometimes be daunting from the fear of the unknown to the fear of failure. This is why it’s important to … [Read more...] about The African Diet: 5 Essential Eating Tips To Jumpstart A Healthier Lifestyle
5 Ways Couples Can Make Long-Distance Relationships Work
If you had told me 10 years ago that I would be hopelessly in love with a man 27 hours away from me, I would have had to quickly put you on … [Read more...] about 5 Ways Couples Can Make Long-Distance Relationships Work
Stage 4 Lung Cancer: Why I Said Yes to a Clinical Trial
In March 2020, Sheena P. was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, which came as a huge shock to her and her family. She decided to … [Read more...] about Stage 4 Lung Cancer: Why I Said Yes to a Clinical Trial
‘Life Goes On’: How I Navigate HIV After a Partner’s Betrayal
Sandra Ford's journey with HIV is a poignant tale of betrayal, resilience, and ultimately, empowerment. Her story is a reminder of the … [Read more...] about ‘Life Goes On’: How I Navigate HIV After a Partner’s Betrayal