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General Health
I Just Ordered My Ancestry DNA Kit & Here’s My Predictions
When I think of my family and our history, I realize that I’m really a lucky woman. As the grandchild of a black militant, Muslim woman who ... Read More
So Much To Do, So Little Time: 6 Easy Ways To Balance Workflow
Let’s face it, when you’re busy, it seems like your to-do list is never-ending. How will you manage to get through a 2-hour meeting while ... Read More
Medicines + Sex: Not Always A Good Mix
Drugs and certain medications seem to be all the hype these days amongst youth and mainstream media. It’s now popular to drop hints of your ... Read More
Lyft & Uber Drivers Deserve Nobel Peace Prizes
I know I know, a Nobel Peace Prize might seem like a bit of stretch, but hear me out nonetheless. And if you’re still not convinced after ... Read More
Freedom Fighter Winnie Mandela Dies At 81
Long-time South African anti-apartheid campaigner, ex-wife of Nelson Mandela and former first lady Winnie Madikizela-Mandela has died aged ... Read More
Dr. Tweedy Is The Definition Of Determination
We all know it's hard enough to become a doctor, but when you mix in family obstacles holding you back, deaths in the family, and other ... Read More
BREAKING: Scientists Discover A New Human Organ
The human body is full of surprises. The latest: A newly identified "organ" that might affect major diseases. Using updated technology, ... Read More
Could Traditional Black Family Ideals Be Promoting Obesity?
Weight has pretty much always been a struggle for me for as long as I can remember. Growing up, I was always the chubby kid and even ... Read More
Linda Brown of Brown V. Board Dies At 75
In 1951, Linda Brown was just a little girl of nine years old when her parents wanted her to go to a school of her choice. But being told ... Read More
Meet The Panelists: SXSW 2018 Featured Its First All Women of Color In Wellness Panel
South by Southwest (SXSW) has always been known for its annual 2-week gathering that brings breakout music artists, creatives, ... Read More
Black Excellence, Opulence, Decadence — Countdown to Top Blacks In Healthcare
There’s only one thing better than walking into a room full of successful, elite, professionals— walking into a room full of successful, ... Read More