Why are Black Women Still Flighting to be Heard in Healthcare? Black women face higher maternal mortality rates, greater dismissal of pain, and more challenges accessing quality healthcare than other groups. But why? The answer isn't just lack of a…
Who says the sexual fire dims after 40? YES.. our bodies change with time. Instead of a decline maybe peri-/menopause is a liberation from monthly woes and a new phase where a woman can focus on pleasure. It's a good time to get candid about …
The Black Women’s Health Study has followed 59,000 self-identified Black women across the US since 1995. The goal has been to assess risk factors for cancers and other majors illnesses in Black women. Why? Black Women have highe…
In the vibrant tapestry of American culture, the arts have always ben aa source of inspiration and solace. But beyond their aesthetic appeal, the arts are emerging as a powerful ally in healthcare, especially for Black women, who often face unique h…
Breast cancer facts to consider: Compared to White women, Black women have a 4% lower incidence rate of breast cancer. Compared to White women, Black women have a 40% higher breast cancer death rate The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPS…
Yesterday, I took my blood pressure just because a blood pressure cuff was nearby.My blood pressure was 160/98. “Holy Sh$t!.. way too high” (The AmericanCollege of Cardiology and the American Heart Association state that a normal systol…