Here’s what medical experts say Black women can do to take back some power in the doctor’s office Written by Terri Huggins • Originally Published January 4, 2022 on The Lily When it comes to taking care of their health, Black women in the United States have a lot working against them, according to research. … Read More
The state of Black women represents the pulse of the community. That’s why we intentionally selected to feature heart health as the last BWHM’s 2021 blog article. As Black women, our wellbeing measures the struggle for social and economic equality in America. From Black Lives Matter and voter suppression to the inequitable outcomes of COVID-19 … Read More
Stress is coming by special delivery as Christmas approaches. Grabbing an extra cup of coffee or two is an easy go-to — especially during this busy time. However, that additional coffee means more caffeine. So, the question becomes, when does that seemingly innocent cup of coffee become a cause for concern? When it comes to … Read More
Caring and Loving Our Men with Health Facts Our men die far too young. In fact, their lifespans are 5 years shorter than women’s on average, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Race, economics, mental health and trust play a role in this medical gender gap. Each of those reasons can … Read More
At the age of 16, naive and a mother far too soon, I understood the importance of breastfeeding my son. While attending high school and working part-time, I faced social stigmas as a teenage mother, information was limited, and there were no role models to show me what to do. At that time, I read … Read More