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Dining out is enjoyable, but sensitive stomachs can complicate the experience. Opt for gentle meals like grilled chicken, plain baked potatoes, or fish with white rice. Eggs and broth-based soups are also soothing choices. Request minimal spices and...
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BlackDoctor.org's State of Black Health Summit, in collaboration with USA TODAY, explored diverse facets of Black health. Panels covered systemic healthcare barriers, AI's role, lupus, dementia, hidradenitis suppurativa, health equity, heart disease,...
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Greetings from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! Things have been busy. I am still a working mom of three, working full time who is trying to make a difference. I do a lot of things and try to be present so that I can learn from them. I share them on this bl...
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Braided hairstyles, a cultural tradition, face scrutiny due to health concerns. Consumer Reports found carcinogens in synthetic braiding hair, with benzene and lead detected. Black consumers dominate this market, raising exposure risks. Synthetic fib...
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Receiving an advanced breast cancer diagnosis is daunting, especially for Black women who face racial disparities, limited clinical trial representation, and cultural stigmas. To ensure the best care, Black women should ask critical questions, advoca...
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Benjamin Banneker, born in 1731 in Maryland, is renowned for creating America’s inaugural wooden clock, unfortunately destroyed in a fire. His enduring legacy is carried on through Banneker, Inc., established in 2003. Their acclaimed collections, suc...
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Clinical trials are crucial for lupus research, offering essential pathways to test new treatments for this complex autoimmune disease. Limited FDA-approved options highlight the urgent need for more studies. Addressing underrepresentation in trials,...
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Statistics Can Be Scary
Three Black obstetricians discussed crucial pregnancy insights with ESSENCE, highlighting that 80% of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. are preventable. Black women face a higher risk, being three times more likely to die...
4 months ago
The number of Black dentists remains unchanged across the country, prompting the Black dental community to seek solutions. A retiring Black dentist in Philadelphia shared her experiences with Black News & Views. WATCH: Black dentists focus on bu...
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Target Corporation experienced a dramatic decline in its stock price, plummeting $27.27 per share and resulting in a staggering loss of $12.4 billion in market capitalization due to the backlash surrounding its rollback on Diversity, Equity, and Incl...
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Starting today, new tariffs will apply a 25% tax on imports from Canada and Mexico, alongside a 10% fee on Chinese merchandise. The Trump administration asserts that these measures protect American industries. Nevertheless, economists, along with civ...
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, featuring Jacquelin Harris, will electrify Detroit from March 14-16, 2025, as part of a nationwide tour honoring Judith Jamison's legacy. Harris, rooted in the city, aims to share the profound significance of Black...
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Renier Coetzee emphasizes the dangers of consuming expired pharmaceuticals, highlighting significant health hazards involved. Furthermore, improper disposal methods, such as discarding drugs in the trash or flushing them down the toilet, can lead to...
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Donald Trump hosted the "Believers & Ballots" event in Pike County, October 23, 2024. His first month reportedly harms Georgia's economy with job cuts and funding freezes affecting the CDC. DNC claims his actions risk essential benefits for many...