In 2022, the rate of new HIV diagnosis per 100,000 Black adults/adolescents was 41.6%, about 8 times higher than new HIV diagnoses of white people (5.3%) and nearly twice more than Latinos (23.4%). Receiving a positive HIV...
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5 Ways Trump’s Presidency Can Affect Black Health
On November 6, 2024, Donald Trump was declared the winner of the 2024 United States presidential election. While no one knows how his next administration will unfold we anticipate changes that will impact our health in profound...
Anxiety and Dementia Burden in Black Communities
Anxiety and depression are two different conditions but share a complex relationship. People suffering from dementia often display signs of anxiety. Also, the presence of anxiety can worsen the symptoms of dementia including...
Teen Health: Combating Suicide
Today, Black youth are grappling with a crisis—a disturbing surge in suicide rates. Alarming research reveals that the suicide rate among Black kids aged 10 to 19 now surpasses that of their white peers. Since 2018, this rate has...
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The Significance of Spiritual Health and 7 Practices to Boost Your Mental Health
In a world that never stops spinning, it’s pretty easy to get carried away and overlook the key to our inner peace and happiness: Spiritual health! But here is the thing—our spiritual health and our mental well-being are like two...
Cultivating a Healthy Online Social Image
Social media has transformed how we communicate, connect, and share information, creating a...
How Church Can Positively Impact Mental Health
The United States is going through a mental health crisis, worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. In...
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Ending the Year Right With Fitness Goals
For as long as I can remember, the end of the year provides me with a unique opportunity to Reflect, Reset, and Reload on essential issues. I like to call these my 3Rs. Like me, as this year wraps up, many will reflect on their...
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Revisiting HIV/AIDS Prevention in Black Community
We want to remind you that an HIV positive diagnosis is not equal to a death sentence, thanks to modern medicine and preventative medications. Scientists are still searching for a definitive cure for HIV/AIDS. Previous studies...
Top Online Resources for HIV Caregivers
HIV is a disease I can never forget in my life. It led to the death of some very close friends and family members. Even years later, I mourn not just their loss, but the what-ifs—if only I’d known then what I know now...
Finding a Support Network After an HIV Diagnosis
How do you rebuild your life and find strength in the community after an HIV diagnosis? For many in the Black community, HIV stigma and healthcare gaps make seeking support daunting. Yet, finding a support network is one of the...