Period poverty, a significant issue affecting females around the world, is particularly prevalent within the Black female community, representing a pressing public health concern. Period poverty is the inability to access...
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Low Flu Vaccination Rate Among Black Adults: Turning the Tide
Flu can cause serious complications leading to hospitalization—or death. Thankfully, flu vaccines help to prevent the worst outcomes when the person is infected. However, the rate of flu vaccine uptake among Black communities has...
Flu Vaccinations for Pregnant Women in Black Community
In a survey study published by a group of researchers (Gallanhan et al., 2021) data from the United States uncovered that pregnant women within the Black community have been taking less advantage of influenza immunization. For...
10 Myths About the Influenza A Virus
The world has had its share of various kinds of flu, particularly the Influenza A virus. It has been a source of numerous misconceptions throughout history as it cuts across the world, and the Black community hasn’t been left out...
Healthy Tips for Preventing Flu in Elderly Black Communities
Prevention, they say, is better than cure. In truth, once you come down with an ailment, consequences follow. For instance, you expend time and money to treat yourself. Did I leave out the opportunity cost? To be clear, ailments...
What Are Protective Hairstyles and Why Are They Important?
Just like the rest of your body, your hair needs a break from time to time. All the heat styling, styling products, and even the weather can take a toll on your hair’s health, especially if you have textured hair that you...
December Health: Workplace Flu Prevention
Have you and your colleagues taken the flu shot? It’s not too late. As we recognize December as Flu Vaccination Awareness Month, we must admit in the modern workplace, employee health and wellness are priorities. We should all do...
Seneca Village: Displacement and Health Impact
In the heart of New York City’s Central Park lies a buried history that speaks volumes about displacement, community resilience, and the overlooked stories of a Black community. Seneca Village, a predominantly Black...
Fertility Problems in Women Belonging to the Black Community
Black women are dying at a more alarming rate than women from any other race and ethnicity in the world during their pregnancy or childbirth period.
Are Your Braids and Weaves Causing Health Issues?
Protective hairstyles such as braids, twists, and weaves are a great way to switch up your hairstyle when taking a break from everyday natural hair styling. While it is okay to experiment with different hairstyles, tight braids...