Thanks to new medications and surgical techniques, people are living longer. However, a 35-year-old body will be a very different body than ... Read More
Heart Health
A Black Morehouse Doctor Will Receive This Prestigious Clinical Trial Award
Dr. Herman A. Taylor Jr., M.D., M.P.H., FAHA, a renowned cardiologist and researcher at Morehouse School of Medicine, will be awarded the ... Read More
Top 5 Worst Foods for Heart Health
Maintaining heart health is crucial for overall well-being, and diet plays a significant role in supporting cardiovascular function. Certain ... Read More
This Study Is Looking for Healthy Black Adults for Blood Sugar Research
Are you a healthy Black adult aged 18-60 in Birmingham, Alabama looking to make a difference in medical research? You may qualify for a ... Read More
12 Processed Foods that Lead to Early Death
A high intake of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) is associated with an increased risk of early death. Studies have shown a correlation between ... Read More
Heart Health Facts That May Surprise You
Statistics show that Black Americans have the highest risk of developing heart-related issues of all ethnicities. The numbers show that ... Read More
How Often Should Black Men Get Their Heart Checked
Studies show that Black Americans are more prone to have heart-related issues than other ethnicities. They’re also more likely to develop ... Read More
Why Are Young Black Americans Becoming Less Heart-Healthy?
Young, Black Americans are experiencing significant spikes in obesity, type 2 diabetes and smoking, all risk factors for bad heart health, ... Read More
‘Flava In Ya Ear’ Hip-Hop Star Craig Mack Cause of Death Revealed
Former New York rapper Craig Mack, best known for his 90s smash hit single "Flava In Ya Ear," passed away at age 46, in March of 2018. ... Read More
Larenze Tate’s Anti-Aging Secret: It’s Not What You Think
There's an old saying that goes, "Black don't crack," but let's be honest, some people age worse than others. But on the other hand, there ... Read More
A Cardiologist Explains: Cultivating Heart-Healthy Living
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa dives deep into how your diet can influence blood pressure. She emphasizes the dangers of high sodium intake and the ... Read More
What Black People Should Know About Heart Disease Risk
Heart disease is an all-encompassing term that’s used to describe several conditions that affect your heart. The most common one is coronary ... Read More
