TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance is shouting it from the rooftops: Blessties, it’s time to start thinking about your bones. When ... Read More
General Health
5 Things You Should Never Do Before 9 A.M.
Optimizing your morning routine is something that everyone from the millionaire CEO to the lifestyle influencer can’t stop talking about. ... Read More
5 Best Lower Back Stretches to Relieve Pain and Boost Mobility
Lower back pain is no joke. Whether it’s from sitting too long at your desk, carrying groceries, or just life’s daily grind, it can throw ... Read More
Best Clarifying Shampoo for Black Hair: Expert Tips You Need
If your hair feels dull, weighed down, or just “not giving what it’s supposed to give,” it might be time for a clarifying shampoo. Whether ... Read More
I’m a Doctor Who’s Been Misdiagnosed. It Changed How I Treat Patients
For nearly two decades, Dr. Tamika Perry has been a primary care physician in Texas, currently serving at WellMed. In addition, she is an ... Read More
Young Doctors Project Trains Future Black Physicians
As Black doctors continue to be underrepresented in the U.S. health care system, a program based in Southeast D.C. is working to close that ... Read More
How to Get Rid of Face Fat Naturally
When your face looks puffier than usual—whether it’s your cheeks, chin, or jawline—it’s hard not to miss. You might notice it in photos or ... Read More
Is Canola Oil Bad for You? Here’s the Truth
Canola oil's been catching some heat lately. One minute, your favorite home chef swears by the oil, and the next, TikTok users call it ... Read More
EPA Climate Rollback Puts Black Communities at Greater Risk
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency wants to rescind its legal authority to regulate greenhouse gases, a move that could unravel ... Read More
Can Black People Get Lice in Their Hair?
For decades, a common question has popped up in schools, beauty salons, and even doctors’ offices: Can Black people get lice? Many people — ... Read More
LL Cool J & Wife, Simone Smith, Celebrate 30 Years Married, Being Cancer-Free, And More!
James Todd "LL Cool J" Smith has been in the entertainment music business since 1984 with a string of hits, awards, movies, TV shows, and ... Read More
Should You Stop Using Benadryl? Some Doctors Say Yes
For decades, diphenhydramine—best known by the brand name Benadryl—has been a go-to medication for relieving allergy symptoms, like itchy ... Read More