Category : Parenting/ Health

Why We Need Patient-Centered Dosing in Clinical Trials

Clinical trials play a crucial role in developing new cancer treatments, but how drug dosing is determined in these trials can significantly impact patients. A recent discussion on BlackDoctor.org between cancer advocates and medical professionals h...

How I Overcame Years of Pain with One Groundbreaking Treatment

Prurigo Nodularis (PN) is a rare and chronic skin condition characterized by painful nodules and relentless itching. For patients many patients, PN can feel overwhelming, impacting every aspect of life. What is PN? According to Dr. Shawn Kwatra, M....

How I Overcame Years of Pain & Itch with One Groundbreaking Treatment

Freddie Jackson Shares Kidney Disease Diagnosis: ‘Not Facing it Alone’

Renowned R&B singer Freddie Jackson recently opened up about a significant health challenge he’s facing. In a heartfelt video shared on September 4th via his social media channels, Jackson, 67, revealed that he has been diagnosed with kidney dis...

8 Natural Remedies for HS

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition generally managed using various medications including corticosteroids and biologics. However, many people with moderate to severe forms of this illness have benefited from supplem...

Music Legend and Soul Singer Frankie Beverly Passes Away at 77

(Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images) Music legend and icon Frankie Beverly has passed away at the age of 77, according to an announcement from his family on his Instagram page. The announcement was made at approximately 8 a.m. Sept. 11. According t...

5 Rare Side Effects of Weight Loss Meds Black People SHOULDN’T Ignore

Obesity continues to be a concerning issue in the Black community, and while it may be easy to hop on weight loss drugs to help address the issue, not all weight loss drugs are without side effects. In fact, some of the side effects of these drugs...

10 Tips For Setting and Achieving Your Goals

January is a popular month for setting goals. According to statistics, it’s also a popular month for people to decide that they may have bitten off more than they can chew. That doesn’t have to be you, though. If you’re determined to set goals and a...

Weight Loss Injections: The Surprising Benefits of This GLP-1

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists have gained significant attention as versatile treatments for diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular conditions. These medications mimic a naturally occurring hormone in the body that regulates blood...

‘Thank God I Caught It Early’: Shanice Undergoes a Double Mastectomy

Photo: Shanice Wilson/Facebook Singer, songwriter, and actress Shanice Wilson took to social media on Sunday to share a courageous and deeply personal update about her health. The 51-year-old star revealed that she had undergone a double mastectomy t...

Would You Take a Pill for Sleep Apnea? This Clinical Trial Showed Promise

(HealthDay News) — A European epilepsy drug could be an effective treatment for sleep apnea, a new study suggests. Patients who took the sulthiame pill had few pauses in their breathing while asleep, as well as higher levels of blood oxygen, accordi...

5 Ways a Good Night’s Sleep Can Lower Your Risk for Cancer

We’ve all heard phrases like “sleep when you’re dead” or “grind while they sleep”. Yes, from hustle culture to the everyday work grind, sleep has been connected to a form of weakness. I’ve been “sleep-shamed” myself – personally, I don’...

Broke: Outdated Financial Advice Black Folks Need to Stop

Think saving is the only path to wealth? Think again! What if I told you that saving is great but investing your money is better, instead of saving “shoe box money” you should actually save money in a high-yield savings account, and instead of not u...

10 Ways to Prevent Your Next Yeast Infection

According to recent statistics, up to 75 percent of women will have a yeast infection in their lifetime while 50 percent of them will get it more than once. However, if you’re a Black woman with endometriosis, you’re odds might be much higher. When...

Acclaimed Actor James Earl Jones Passes Away at 93

(Photo by Hilaria McCarthy/Daily Express/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) When you hear his voice you’d know its him. The voice of critically-acclaimed actor James Earl Jones who’s best known for his signature deep voice in some of the best b...