Life is full of uncertainties, and that includes when a loved one might need a caregiver. Most people wouldn’t think twice about serving as ... Read More
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The Deadly Disease Black Men Don’t Talk About Enough (But Should)
In my circle of friends, it's not uncommon to get a text from one of my girls asking about a recommendation for a good OB/GYN or a ... Read More
Advanced Prostate Cancer Is Not A Death Sentence
Prostate cancer can be a scary and uncomfortable topic to talk about as it is the most common form of cancer found in men. African American ... Read More
‘It saved my dad’s life’: Celeb Yoga Instructor Robin Downes Talks Benefits of Elderly Yoga
Robin Downes, 59, aka Yoga Flava has been a certified yoga instructor who’s trained everyone from Russell Simmons, Brandy, and NBA star John ... Read More
My Story: Alzheimer’s And A Mother’s Unforgettable Love
At 24 years old, Brittney Williams became a full-time caregiver to her mother with Alzheimer's and parent to her four youngest siblings. ... Read More
Tips For Coping With Multiple Myeloma
BlackDoctor.org's "Ask the Expert" series brings the nation's leading health experts directly to viewers. In this video, Dr. Craig Cole, ... Read More
How “Grief-cations” Can Help Us Cope With Loss
Grief is the space through which we process a multitude of emotions in the midst of loss. Many of us try to avoid it, but it is ultimately a ... Read More
Lupus Sistas Founder: “I Didn’t Take My Diagnosis Seriously”
When Gabrielle Davis was diagnosed with lupus as a 26-year-old newlywed, she was in a state of denial. Although multiple family members had ... Read More
Prostate Cancer Survivor Ken Griffey Sr. & Ken Griffey Jr. Help Men Make Uncomfortable Conversations ‘Normal’
With a shared talent and love for baseball, Ken Griffey Jr. and his dad, Ken Griffey Sr., have always been close. They were even teammates ... Read More
COPD Support Resources
It’s so important to raise awareness about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease all year long. During November's COPD Awareness Month we ... Read More
4 Signs That Taking Care Of Your Extending Family Is Hurting You
It is very common for a lot of us to take on the burden of not only ourselves but for our extended family. Studies are showing that many ... Read More
These 5 Behavior Changes Could Be Early Signs Of Alzheimer’s
Certain behavior changes may be a harbinger of Alzheimer's disease, and researchers say they've developed a symptom "checklist" that might ... Read More