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Black health and wellness: Where do we go from here

WEBCandice Marie Benbow. Feb 28, 2022. While many of us might not have even known Black History Month had themes, the past 28 days were officially intended to focus on the …

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Black patients modify speech, dress up to reduce medical bias

WEBMany Black Californians report adjusting their appearance or behavior — even minimizing questions — all to reduce the chances of discrimination and bias in …

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9 Black women who have transformed health and wellness

WEBHealth. 9 Black women who have transformed health and wellness throughout history. Despite being outnumbered in the health and wellness fields for …

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Dressing up for the doctor: Many people of color say it's a must

WEBNearly 40% of Black adults whose health providers were also Black said they discussed such economic and social subjects, while just 24% of Black adults who saw …

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What is ‘Weathering’

WEBOPINION: Weathering is rooted in a history of marginalization; repeated exposure to socioeconomic adversity, political marginalization, racism, and perpetual …

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Radio icon Tom Joyner talks about recovering from a stroke

WEBDec 11, 2020. Tom Joyner is opening up about his health issues. In a two-part conversation with Patrice Harris, MD, MA, the first female Black president of the American Medical …

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26 U.S. hospitals are making a difference when it comes to Black

WEBBlack Maternal Health Week, which kicked off on April 11 and runs through April 17, is in its seventh year. Originally founded by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, …

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Heart disease is the biggest threat to Black women

WEBHealth. Heart disease is the biggest threat to Black women — but it doesn’t have to be. The CDC and Black Heart Association partner to raise awareness of self …

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Taraji P. Henson’s foundation creating wellness pods for

WEBLifestyle. Taraji P. Henson’s foundation creating wellness pods for women at Hampton. Following a successful debut at Alabama State, the Boris Lawrence Henson …

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See me as someone you love: Confronting the Black maternal …

WEBAs Black Maternal Health Week amplifies the risks faced by Black birthing parents in the U.S., we must self-advocate for our humanity. “Luckily, standing up for …

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Watch: How you can maintain cognitive health Life Hacks

WEBPhysical exercise is essential for maintaining physical health, and it also, along with other steps, is key to brain health. Dr. Michelle Rankine, owner of Right at Home …

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New COVID vaccines approved. CDC guidance on who should get …

WEB“Vaccination remains critical to public health and continued protection against serious consequences of COVID-19, including hospitalization and death,” FDA …

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Preventable hospitalizations are higher Black Medicaid users

WEBJan 30, 2024. Black people on Medicaid are much more likely to be hospitalized for preventable health issues compared with their white counterparts, according to a new …

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Backlash to affirmative action hits pioneering maternal

WEBWomen. Backlash to affirmative action hits pioneering maternal health program for Black women. San Francisco's Abundant Birth Project was game-changing …

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How the church helped Erica Campbell become a legendary singer

WEBCampbell’s mother was a talented singer, too, and she coached her daughter through her church performances. “When I was still very shy,” Campbell said, …

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Watch: The benefits of a digital detox Life Hacks

WEBWe all need to learn how to take breaks from our digital devices. Listen in as Coach Ki shares the benefits of taking a digital detox.

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Tiffany Haddish opens up about journey to peace amid a

WEBLifestyle. Tiffany Haddish opens up about journey to peace amid a difficult past. The comedienne and actress shared how sobriety and celibacy, as well as eight …

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Watch: VP Harris is just as popular as Beyoncé, new poll finds The

WEBThis week’s edition of theGrio’s “The Hill with April Ryan” dives into several topics, including a new poll that shows Vice President Kamala Harris is just as popular …

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Women and minorities bear the brunt of medical misdiagnosis

WEBSome patients are at higher risk than others. Women and racial and ethnic minorities are 20% to 30% more likely than white men to experience a misdiagnosis, …

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Medical tattoos serve a purpose bigger than body art

WEBAnd paramedical tattoos serve both style and function, camouflaging changes to the skin or scalp due to health conditions, scars, burns, or surgery. With …

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Coming into her own at 20, Coco Gauff is blazing a new path

WEBThough she’s only 20 years old, Gauff is no stranger to setting boundaries in an effort to protect her mental health.During the 2020 U.S. Open, the budding tennis …

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Chrome Hearts and Prada were on display during the NFL draft

WEBSports. Chrome Hearts and Prada were on display during the NFL draft. Caleb Williams wore a Chrome Hearts navy blue suit with a vertical zipper that went …

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Members of the Squad, who face primary challenges because of

WEBRep. Summer Lee, who beat a centrist Democrat supported by pro-Israel groups, was the first Squad member to survive a primary challenge.

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Halle Berry shares how doctor misdiagnosed her with STD while

WEBDuring a conversation with first lady Jill Biden, Berry shared that a doctor told her she had the most severe case of herpes he'd ever seen when she was actually …

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Rep. Summer Lee's decisive PA primary win signals momentum

WEBAfter pulling out a decisive win against her primary opponent amid a super PAC’s attempt to unseat her over her stance on the Israel-Hamas war in Pennsylvania’s …

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It’s time to retire the belief that red wine is good for your heart

WEBMore than 30 years ago, reports led many to believe red wine had health benefits, including reducing the chances of heart disease due to its antioxidant and anti …

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Jeannie Mai files domestic abuse claims against Jeezy in ongoing

WEBIn the midst of their divorce proceedings, Jeannie Mai alleges multiple accounts of physical and verbal abuse at the hands of Jeezy. More details about Jeezy …

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