Starting the new school year can be chaotic for most, but for parents of children with diabetes, it can be even more challenging. It means ... Read More
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#WhiteCoatWednesday: Tragic Loss Inspires Medical Student To Pursue A Dream Deferred
Tragic Loss Inspires Medical Student To Pursue A Dream Deferred While studying at Spelman my junior year, I ... Read More
Did You Damage Your Eyes Viewing The Eclipse? Here’s How To Tell
Millions across America watched the total or partial solar eclipse on Monday, but not everyone heeded eye-safety advice. "After the solar ... Read More
Record $417 Million Award Linking Baby Powder To Cancer
On Monday, a jury awarded a California woman $417 million because she developed ovarian cancer and had used Johnson & Johnson Baby ... Read More
#BlackGirlHealing: “Caring For Our Bodies Is Revolutionary”
"When Black women walk, things change." Proud Houstonian, Sharon Watkins Jones, knows this GirlTrek motto is pure truth. After losing an ... Read More
Some Medicines Boost Sensitivity To Sun
It's well-known that too much time in the sun puts your skin at risk. But it's extra important to limit sun exposure when you're taking ... Read More
8 Motivational Quotes For Success From The Highly Successful
The road to success is paved with confidence, hard work, and the ability to stay motivated. Just ask the stars -- musicians, actors, and ... Read More
Coping With Common Multiple Myeloma Side Effects
Although it's considered a rare cancer, African Americans are twice as likely to be diagnosed with multiple myeloma. Multiple myeloma is a ... Read More
The Solar Eclipse: What’s Safe & What’s Not?
On Monday, August 21, 2017, all of North America will be treated to an eclipse of the sun. An eclipse is a natural phenomenon. However, ... Read More
Tooth Eruptions: When Should My Child Get Molars?
Whether you have a newborn on the verge of teething, or a tween, experiencing the third coming of their adult molars, you’re likely familiar ... Read More
Black Men Speak Out On Mental Health
Depression, anxiety and other disorders clearly have had a remarkable impact on society—both positive and negative. Social media and medical ... Read More
‘A Paradigm Shift’ Conference Addresses Impact Of HIV/AIDS On Black Women
The Sankofa Collaborative today announces registration is open for A Paradigm Shift: The Impact of HIV/AIDS on African American Women and ... Read More