Category : Parenting/ Health

3 Natural Ways To Fight Infertility

Infertility seems to be affecting more and more women these days. With approximately 7.4 million women experiencing infertility in their lifetime, there’s a strong chance that you know someone who has dealt or is dealing with infertility issues. Fur...

After Stroke, Snoop Dogg’s Daughter Shows Off 40-lb Weight Loss!

(Photo credit: Princessbroadus IG) It’s been a little over a month since we reported on Cori Broadus, Snoop Dogg’s daughter, who suffered a severe stroke. Broadus, the 24-year-old daughter of the legendary rapper and his wife, Shante Broa...

Occupational Exposure to Dust: What to Know

Occupational exposure to dust is a reality in many industries, but there are ways to protect yourself. Learn more about dust exposure and the health problems that may develop — such as chronic respiratory diseases, breathing problems and reduced lun...

Flip the Script: 5 Lifestyle Changes to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

When it comes to preventing the onset of diabetes, lifestyle plays a significant role. Now is a good time to explore five key lifestyle changes that can make a meaningful impact. As we navigate the complex tapestry of our daily lives, these transfor...

Heartfelt Hurdles: The Cardiovascular Disease Patient Experience

Take Health to Heart is an education and advocacy initiative of the Foundation of the National Lipid Association and the National Medical Association. Take Health to Heart is made possible through a sponsorship from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corpora...

Exploring Different Spiritual Paths in College: Embracing Diversity and Personal Growth

College life is not just about academics; it’s a time for self-discovery, exploration, and personal growth. Amidst the hustle of assignments, lectures, and social engagements, there lies a lesser-explored facet of the collegiate experience ...

Why Black Women Need to Weigh Themselves Every Day

Heart failure can progress slowly and quietly. To manage the condition, you must monitor your body carefully to know when something is wrong. One of the areas you have to pay attention to is your weight in the form of daily weight checks. This infor...

Hidden Gems in Black History: The First Black Public Library Director

In addition to being a prominent figure in American civic life, education, and religion, Thomas Fountain Blue made history as the first African American to serve as public library director. Henry Ann Crawley Blue and her carpenter father, Noah, welc...

Take The Quiz: How Stressed Are You?

Any change in your life can lead to stress. This includes even pleasurable activities, such as vacations or new forms of recreation. You can also be in a stressful situation such as a difficult job or a long-term illness of a spouse. If you think yo...

9 Steps To Grow Your Hair Overnight

There are several reasons why people lose their hair or why their hair stops growing. It could be stress, trauma, or even diseases not readily associated with hair loss, like diabetes. People with diabetes are more likely to have a condition called ...

Long-Time AIDS Activist Passes Away at 39

Longtime AIDS activist and crusader Hydeia Broadbent has passed away at 39. At birth, Broadbent was abandoned at the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas where Patricia and Loren Broadbent adopted her as an infant. Being born HIV...

STATE OF THE HEART: Cardiovascular Disease Impact and Outlook in the United States

While there is work to be done across the nation to combat the rise in cardiovascular mortality, the deadly toll of heart disease varies significantly by state. Take Health to Heart encourages patients, clinicians, advocates, and policymakers t...

5 Factors That Predict When a Migraine Will Strike

Migraines are complex and often unpredictable, making it challenging for you to anticipate when an attack might occur. However, certain factors have been identified that can increase the likelihood of a migraine episode. By understanding the...

Hidden Gems in Black History: African Iron Metallurgy & Toolmaking

Ancient Africans made great strides in the fields of metallurgy and toolmaking. Steam engines, metal tools and artifacts, carbon steel, nails, glue, iron and copper tools and weaponry, bronze artifacts, and carbon steel are all part of this category...

4 Complications Of Vaginal Atrophy You Wouldn’t Expect

Vaginal atrophy can be uncomfortable at best and painful at worst. Unfortunately, the discomfort isn’t the only problem you might face if you have this condition. Four common complications can come with vaginal atrophy and it’s helpful to know what...