Category : Parenting/ Health

Former Basketball Player Says He Doesn’t Have Long to Live with Organ Donation

(Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) Two years after announcing his renal kidney failure diagnosis, ex-NBA star Nate Robinson has admitted he ‘doesn’t have long to live’ if he can’t find a replacement. Robinson, an 11-year NBA...

5 Ways To De-Stress Daily

There’s been increased interest in mental health as more high-profile individuals have come out of hiding about their struggles with depression, anxiety and other mental issues that secretly plague their lives. It’s always shocking to hear abo...

Easter Reminded Me of the Miracles That Are My Children

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...

Does Darker Skin Affect Psoriasis Diagnosis & Treatment Options?

When was the last time you read a psoriasis pamphlet tailored to the Black and brown community? Or how about a time when you watched a commercial that explains how psoriasis affects Black and brown people differently? Slim to none, right? The media...

Keep it Moving! 10 Exciting Ways to Stay Active During Retirement

Y’all have heard the popular saying “Black don’t crack.” when it comes to external signs of aging with our people. But are you aware of any commonly held beliefs in the community about aging well from the inside out during retirement? Some of us liv...

Let’s Talk About Multiple Myeloma With Bryan Daily

& Bryan Daily, the national Community Outreach Manager for the Myeloma Link program, shares his journey from volunteer to advocate. In this compelling video, Daley recounts a pivotal moment during community outreach that led to the discovery of...

Spot Check: What Brown Spots on Your Breasts Could Mean

Breast health awareness involves recognizing what’s normal for your breasts to detect any changes early, including variations in skin color. While brown spots are usually benign, understanding their potential causes and seeking med...

5 Reasons Your RA Isn’t Improving

You take pride in your strength. Sometimes, even if the joint stiffness is severe, you try to hide it. You try to mask it. You ‘suck it up,’ put on a brave face, and go on your way. Fatigue, tenderness, swelling – you know it all, all too wel...

8 Diseases That Can Occur In Black People with Crohn’s Disease

Despite the evidence to the contrary, many doctors still believe that Black Americans don’t develop digestive issues as often as other ethnicities. This is especially true when it comes to Crohn’s disease. The fact that other illnesses can co-exist...

6 Myths About Clinical Trials That Are Keeping Us Out of Them

Clinical trials help doctors and researchers find new ways to treat diseases. They can also offer patients a chance to try a potential treatment and help future patients diagnosed with the same disease. Ray Robles, a research specialist who ov...

Partnering Later in Life: How to Do It Right…or Better

Truly committed love the second time around (or the third, or the fourth…no judgment) can be so sweet. You are wiser and able to make better choices, even if they don’t always result in success. You realize you are a work in progress. You have picke...

Alone or Lonely: When Solitude Becomes Unhealthy

Life brings its ups and downs. When my father passed away last year, I needed some time alone…apart from courteous “How’re you doings” and polite “You need anythings”…to process the solemn reality of it all. It was bigger than me and covered me in a...

“No More ‘Do It Later'”: Deondre Williams on Life After Colon Cancer

Deondre Williams is a shining example of strength and resilience in the face of adversity. As a survivor of colon cancer, he has not only overcome the disease but has also dedicated himself to raising awareness and advocating for early screenings an...

The 4 Stages of Clinical Trials And What They Mean

Clinical trials are research studies that use human volunteers to determine whether a medical strategy, treatment, or device is safe for people to use. Clinical trials aim to increase medical knowledge about disease treatment, diagnosis, and prevent...

5 Digestive Disorders To Look Out For in Black Children

You know what it’s like. The kids come home from school and they’re under the weather. Runny nose, cough, fever, feeling yucky, and spreading all those lovely germs your way. But what if your child’s upset tummy and nausea are something more? More...