Category : Parenting/ Health

Trump's Healthcare Directive Aims to Reduce Medical Costs for African American Families

President Trump signed an executive order on Feb. 25 to enhance health care price transparency, aiding informed decision-making, especially for Black Americans. The order mandates federal agencies to enforce transparency rules, aiming to reduce costs...

Empowering Black Mothers: Revolutionary App Restores Birth Control

Black maternal mortality highlights critical healthcare disparities. Baby Scripts, a transformative app, empowers mothers by providing personalized resources and connecting them with essential care teams. Tackling biases and barriers, it offers virtu...

Unseen Impacts: Understanding the Depths of Tardive Dyskinesia's Effects

Tardive Dyskinesia (TD), a neurological disorder from prolonged medication use, causes involuntary movements like facial tics and severe full-body motions. Managing TD involves a comprehensive approach, including medications, therapies, and lifestyle...

Whoopi Goldberg Sheds Remarkable Weight with Breakthrough Slimming Medication!

Whoopi Goldberg candidly discusses her 100-pound weight loss using Mounjaro, a dual-agonist drug enhancing GLP-1 and GIP hormones. She advocates for openness about weight loss drugs, sharing her journey on The View. Mounjaro’s unique mechanism aids a...

Beat Constipation: 4 Effective Strategies

Uterine fibroids often cause bloating, heavy bleeding, and painful periods, but constipation is a surprising symptom. Studies show 8% experience constipation, while 45% struggle to empty bowels. Solutions include increasing fiber intake, staying hydr...

Unlocking Black Participation in Clinical Trials: Is Money the Answer?

Clinical trials offer patients access to groundbreaking treatments and provide researchers crucial data. However, participant diversity, particularly among Black Americans, remains a challenge due to healthcare mistrust. A 2024 JAMA study, led by Dr....

Hydration Check: Is Your Water Intake Sufficient?

What’s your favorite drink? From Auntie’s iced tea to punch at gatherings, beverages connect communities. Yet, 36% of Black adults lack adequate water intake. Dehydration affects heart, kidneys, cognition, aging, and even sexual health. Combat dehydr...

"Is 'Black Excellence' More Harmful Than Beneficial?"

Racial discrimination persists as a modern issue rooted in historical policies. Dante King's book, "Diagnosing Whiteness and Anti-Blackness," examines systemic anti-Blackness in America. Institutions built on white supremacy maintain racial biases, d...

Top 5 Gut-Friendly Restaurant Dishes for Delicate Digestions

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...

Exploring the Future: A Look Back at Black Health Trends

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,...

One Secret to Success as a Working Mom, Pursue Happiness

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...

Alert: Hazardous Carcinogens Discovered in Trending Hair Braids

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...

5 Crucial Inquiries for Black Women Facing Advanced Breast Cancer Diagnosis

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...

Empowering Black Voices: Crucial Role in Advancing Lupus Research

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,...

Insights from Black OB-GYNs: Essential Advice for Your Pregnancy Journey

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...