Category : Parenting/ Health

What Is Measles, and How Can I Shield Myself & My Family?

Once thought to be a bygone disease, measles is making a comeback in the United States and globally as folks shun a safe, surefire way to prevent it: The measles vaccine. According to Forbes, more than a dozen states have reported measles cases in t...

ATTR-CM: Understanding This Rare But Serious Condition

If you haven’t heard of ATTR-CM before, you’re not alone. A rare disease with potentially fatal consequences, ATTR refers to transthyretin amyloidosis. While this medical terminology can get a little complex, basically ATTR affects something called...

5 Uncommon Symptoms of Pulmonary Hypertension

A relatively rare disease, pulmonary hypertension causes high blood pressure in the arteries of your lungs, potentially triggering all kinds of issues with your breathing, heart, and other areas of the body. But did you know there are less common sy...

5 Risks Of Waist Training You Should Know About

Waist training has become more popular than ever. Wherever you turn you’re sure to see someone wearing a waist trainer under their clothing, posting about their results on social media, or launching a waist trainer business. With more entertai...

5 Stress Reducing Vitamin Supplements

During the winter months, temperatures are cold and the sun is in hibernation. This can bring on increased stress and strain on your immune system. Yep, it’s not just your imagination that you tend to get sick more often during the cold-weather mon...

R&B Singer SZA Reveals She Had Breast Implants Removed Due to Breast Cancer Risks

(Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue) Singer SZA has been climbing her way to the top of the R&B charts with her honest lyrics and soulful delivery. She brought that same honesty to a recent interview where she reve...

Empower Your Plan: Navigating Maternal Health, Unplanned Pregnancy & Contraception

Did you know that in the United States, teens of color experience roughly twice the rate of pregnancies compared to white teens? Additionally, an estimated 19 million women in the U.S. live in contraceptive deserts, where access to a full range of c...

She Lost 25 Pounds in 14 Days By Doing This One Thing

Lalesha was sick and tired of being SICK and TIRED. Following her myomectomy, she found herself indulging in self-sabotaging habits that resulted in swollen ankles and legs, massive weight gain, and skin that shrouded her in shame. Grabbed by infl...

5 Vision Problems Caused By Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic illness that is commonly known to affect balance. However, many people with the condition also experience vision problems repeatedly. Managing these issues will be a paramount part of your care. 5 Vision Problem...

From A Black Mother: My Mental Health Matters Too

Navigating life while feeling like you’re not in the right headspace, will surely affect your everyday life and moments. I’ve had moments where postpartum depression, new life experiences and my environment affected my mental health in the wor...

Q&A: Natural Ways To Reduce Under Eye Puffiness?

Q: How do you remove puffiness under the eyes? – W. Patterson A: Here are 10 tips to decrease the puffiness under your eyes: 1. Go potato: Slice a raw potato (after refrigerating for a couple of minutes) into two and circle the closed eyes...

Helpful or Harmful? The Truth About “Protective” Hairstyles

During the winter months, protective hairstyles are on the minds and hearts of many naturals. But is protective styling really “protective”? What exactly are we protecting our hair from? Can you get through the winter without them? READ:...

First Female Rapper of Def Jam Passes Away at 54

Lichelle Laws, also known as Bo$$, has passed away at age 54, according to a post by fellow rapper Bun B. The legendary UGK rapper from Houston took to Instagram on March 11 with a picture of Laws and a tribute to his “big sis.” Bun B too...

A Clinical Trial Gave Me Two Bonus Years With My Dad. Everyone Should Have That Chance

Audrey and her father at her high school graduation. Photocourtesy of Audrey Davis. Eighteen years ago, when I was a senior at Carleton College in Minnesota, I received a phone call from my dad. He said three words that would forever change the traje...

9 Surprising Places Psoriasis Can Appear on Black Skin

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that primarily affects the skin, but it can also manifest in unexpected areas of the body. It’s important to note that psoriasis can affect individuals of all skin types, including Black people, alth...