Elizabeth Francis, the oldest person in the United States turned 115 earlier this week, and she couldn't be happier. According to The ... Read More
General Health
20-Somethings Check-In! Important Check-Ups You Need in Your 20s
Many Black Americans don’t think about going to the doctor regularly until they start showing signs of an illness or they get to their 40s ... Read More
Vivica A. Fox: A Look Back at the 90’s ‘It Girl’
When you take a look back at 90's Black films, there are certain starts the come to mind that left their mark on that particular point in ... Read More
Kamala Harris: Who Is She and What She Stands For
During January 2021, Kamala Harris was sworn in as the first female vice president of the United States. Upon swearing in, she also became ... Read More
Losing His Sight at 13 Turned Him Into the World’s Fastest Athlete
David Brown isn't just a runner; he's a force of nature. At 31, Brown is not only aiming for his fourth consecutive Paralympic Games but ... Read More
Rip Currents, Rip Tides, and Undertows: What You Need to Know Before Beach Day
Many people believe rip currents and riptides are the same, but they are not. Knowing what both are can mean the difference between life and ... Read More
Former Superbowl Star Passes Away at 40
Jacoby Jones, a former Ravens wide receiver who starred in Baltimore's Super Bowl XLVII win, has passed away, the Jones family announced ... Read More
Actress Lisa Nicole Carson: “I Hit Rock Bottom Like 20 Times”
From scene-stealing acting in movies like Love Jones and Devil In A Blue Dress, as well as memorable scenes in TV shows like Ally McBeal, ... Read More
13 Things Everyone Should Do Before You Turn 60
Approaching midlife can be scary, especially if you look back over your life and wonder what could've happened instead of what you actually ... Read More
Doctors Say Don’t Wash Your Chicken! Here’s Why
Studies have shown that 44% of the population washes raw chicken prior to cooking. The percentage goes up to 71% when the chicken is ... Read More
Thyroid: How This Small Gland Affects Your Metabolism, Mood & More
Thyroid health is critical to our overall well-being, influencing everything from metabolism to mental health. Jeff Houtz, the Global ... Read More
One of the Largest Surveys of African American Military and Military Connected Persons Reveals Critical Gaps in Health Information and Outreach
The PMW Foundation releases findings of its survey of over 1,000 AA military members, retirees and their families; and calls for immediate ... Read More