A home is meant to be a place of comfort, safety, and belonging. But did you know that your seemingly cozy and secure home could be hiding a dark secret? From the pots in your kitchen to the paint on your walls or even the candle...
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Cancer Warning: Red #3 Ban and 10 Foods to Skip
Our lives are becoming busier, leading many of us to rely on over-the-counter snacks and drinks to keep our energy up while juggling work demands. A study found that children in low income and minority populations are at a higher...
Alcohol and Cancer Warning Labels: Necessary?
A lot of people in our community—and elsewhere—joke that a party is not complete without alcohol. Therefore, it is not surprising that alcohol is the most used substance in America. A 2010 study by Johns Hopkins revealed that 20...
10 Impacts of Racism in Healthcare
Racism can take its toll on mental health. The impact will likely be worse if it occurs in a health facility where we are most vulnerable. However, there’s also a physical health angle to it. According to the Centers for Disease...
Black Women Coping with Violence and Trauma
The National Network to End Domestic Violence and the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence report that 45.1% of Black women have experienced domestic violence. It’s time to break the silence. Violence against women in the...
The Rising C-Section Trend Among Black Women
Childbirth is one of the most transformative experiences a woman can have. As a mother of two, I can tell this firsthand while childbirth is deeply personal, the decision-making process during pregnancy is often influenced by...
The Dark Side of Wigs: Potential Health Risks
Many Black women wear wigs to enhance their style, protect their natural hair, or manage hair loss. While wigs offer versatility and allow for creative expression, they can also pose health risks, particularly when worn...
Teen Health: Challenges of Parental Cancer
What happens to a teenager’s world when the person they rely on most suddenly becomes fragile? A parent’s cancer diagnosis hits the family like an unexpected storm. For teens, already facing the struggles of...
Risks of Low Blood Donation
Around 6.8 million people in the United States donate around 13.6 million units of blood annually. The huge amount of blood donations ensured the United States, for a long time, was the largest blood supplier. Although the Black...
January Health: Blood Donors Combating Birth Defects
January marks two important public health observances: Blood Donation Awareness Month and National Birth Defect Awareness Month. Both of these observances are extremely important for the Black community, as they highlight public...