Safety is an important aspect of life that affects the health and well-being of everyone. Unfortunately, sex safety is one of the most overlooked issues among Black women. Even with all the efforts to promote sexual health in the...
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Beyond the Blade: Rethinking Circumcision
Despite the acceptance of circumcision among Black men in the United States (81%), the topic remains a taboo when discussing, drawing debate on medical, cultural, and ethical fronts that have persisted for centuries. Embedded...
Causes, Effects, and Prevention of Obesity in Black Men
Health benefits inspire specific lifestyle choices, and obese Black men are no exception to it. To be clear, studies have shown that if you are overweight, you’re less likely to develop dementia, your immune system could be...
Home Safety Tips for Caregivers
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that 24.3% of Black adults in the United States are caregivers which is higher when compared to their white counterparts (23.1%). What is even more interesting is that these Black...
Disaster Preparedness in Black Neighborhoods
Disaster preparedness and relief are critical services provided by most governments, but emergency management practices have produced varying results. June is National Safety Month, a timely reminder for all of us about the...
June Health: National Safety Month
In observance of National Safety Month in June, Elevate Black Health seeks to acknowledge the diverse safety concerns impacting our community’s well-being. However, to narrow down the topic of this article, the primary...
15 Mental Health Myths in Black Community
Mental health awareness is crucial in every community, including the Black community, where there are often unique challenges and stigmas surrounding mental health. As a community, we must recognize and address these myths to...
Black Hair Microaggressions: Understanding Unwanted Comments & Touches
Everyone has the right to feel that they belong and that they are genuine selves. Unfortunately, many Black people still experience racism in all aspects of life, either knowingly or unknowingly. This could be in the form of a...
Helping Loved Ones With Mental Illness
The factors that can lead to the degeneration of mental health are enormous. In some cultures, people easily talk about their mental health status and seek help. Sadly, in most Black cultures, there is still some level of stigma...
May Health: Mental Health Awareness
Despite being known for our resilience in the face of adversity, Black Americans often bear the weight of unique mental health challenges. From historical traumas to systemic injustices, these issues remain deeply ingrained...