Eczema can change your skin in different ways and pigmentation is one of them. You can either get lightened or darkened patches from flares ... Read More
Wellness
The Urgent Need for Greater Access to HIV Prevention and Treatment in the Black Community
By Joe Pressley, Vice President of Public Policy and Government Relations, Amida Care and Sylvia Cowan, Vice President of Customer ... Read More
6 Benefits of Stretching Every Day
Stretching is an important practice that often gets overlooked. After all, it doesn't give you the same rush of endorphins as a good cardio ... Read More
Hip-Hop Mogul and Producer for Ashanti, Ja Rule Passes Away at 54
Irv Gotti, the outspoken music exec and co-founder of Murder Inc. Records who helped make superstars out of Ja Rule and Ashanti, has passed ... Read More
6 Things Black People Should Stop Doing to Our Hair
For some, Black hair is an expression of identity and culture. It’s a representation of history and carries a deep emotional significance. ... Read More
OP-ED: New Yorkers Should Do What They Do Best: Set Record Straight with 340B
A multi-billion-dollar 340B loophole needs reform. The 340B Program, as currently managed, is failing patients because it lacks ... Read More
Another Day, Another Diet: When Is Enough Enough?
Another day, another diet. When is enough enough? Every day another expert pops up with a new diet: a life changer, a different approach to ... Read More
A Cardiologist Explains: Understanding Your Heart Health Metrics
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa breaks down the essential numbers and lifestyle choices that impact heart health. She highlights key risk factors for ... Read More
Should Black Women Still Get Yearly Pelvic Exams?
Gynecologists advise women to get pap exams between three and five years after age 30, since the cervical cancer vaccine is available to ... Read More
The #1 Thing Keeping Black Folks From Getting Insurance
Across the United States, health insurance coverage varies. In fact, the differences in policies and covered medical procedures and ... Read More
What It Means to Be “Interracial” in 2025
We often hear the term “interracial” regarding couples and marriages. But what does it actually mean? As we move into the new year, this ... Read More
5 Reasons to Consider Having a Doula Before, During AND After Pregnancy
Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned vet when it comes to pregnancy, every new opportunity comes with emotions. From fear to ... Read More
