Coming to local pharmacies near you: an over-the-counter rapid test that can simultaneously detect both COVID-19 and the flu, just in time for the anticipated winter surge in respiratory illnesses. […]
Category: Health
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It’s Not Just You: Sugar Is Addictive
Sugar addiction is a real and harmful phenomenon, with Black Americans consuming nearly 80 grams of added sugar daily, and the food industry is complicit in creating this addiction by hiding sugar in everyday foods.
Posted inCulture
Reclaiming Black Femininity
Black women are reclaiming their vulnerability and rejecting the stereotype of being “strong” as an expectation, acknowledging the complexity of their identities and embracing their multifaceted humanity.
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Critical Condition: Health Disparities Include Health Insurance
Black people are more likely to have their insurance claims denied, leading to financial and emotional distress, and are less likely to have employer-sponsored health insurance, due in part to the disproportionate number of Black people working in jobs that don’t provide comprehensive coverage.
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Severe Food Allergies Are Way Up For Black People
As the cofounder of Black Girl Disney in 2018, online influencer Dominique Brown was an obvious choice to attend a Dec. 5 holiday event in Los Angeles. As one of […]
Posted inMental Health
Love on the Rocks: Identifying the Signs of Domestic Violence
Domestic abuse can have severe mental health consequences, including depression and suicidal ideations, and recognizing the early signs of an abusive relationship can be difficult but is essential for recovery.
Posted inEducation
3 Ways Trump’s Plan Can Harm Kids with Disabilities
When Donald Trump vowed to close the Department of Education on the campaign trail, he joined a long line of powerful Republican politicians, including Ronald Reagan, to put that task […]
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What Black Folks Say About Weight Loss Meds and the Holidays
Branneisha Cooper was terrified of attending her first holiday gathering after starting Mounjaro. The 28-year-old started the injectable medication on Nov. 2, 2022, just a few weeks before Thanksgiving. “I […]
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Black Men Support the Fight Against Breast Cancer
By Laura Onyeneho In the battle against breast cancer, it’s often viewed as a women’s issue, but many Black men in Houston are actively involved in raising awareness and supporting the […]
Posted inCulture
Mindfulness: Tools to Address Black Cultural Challenges
By Aswad Walker Ikechi Ojore, a musician, educator, and social media influencer, recently posted, “I love being Black. It’s dangerous AF, but it’s dope.” And certainly, many can agree, it’s […]