How to Understand Your High Blood Pressure High blood Pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition throughout the world. Having high blood pressure increases the risk of developing heart disease and stroke, the leading causes of death in the United States. Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing through […]
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9 Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season The holidays are right around the corner. This time of year is typically all about heading home, and enjoying some quality time with loved ones. But, if you want to have a healthy holiday it’s crucial you take some precautions this year. It’s no doubt covid has changed […]
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Disparities in the Healthcare System In 1985, there was a landmark investigation that was named the Malone-Heckler Report. In this report, the US Health and Human Services Secretary did a study on the quality of healthcare received by black participants and healthcare received by white participants. The report showed that black individuals had received […]
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Asking questions is an essential part of communicating with your doctor during your doctor’s visit. Provider’s bias does exist in the black community and asking questions and being proactive about your health is essential so you can avoid this. If you don’t ask the right questions, your doctor may jump to the conclusion that […]
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Our health is far too easy to let slip by the wayside. Often, it’s a sudden scare that makes us think about our health in a way nothing else can. While most illnesses and symptoms can be cured with extra water and rest, some are more serious and require urgent care from a qualified […]
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When someone you care about is suffering from depression, it can be an overwhelmingly helpless feeling. Naturally, you’d like to ease that person’s pain in any way that you can, but it can be challenging to know the best way to help. Part of the problem is that people experiencing depression are often reluctant […]
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Mental Health in the Black Community Wellness has been a topic on the minds of many in recent years. The COVID pandemic has only exacerbated mental health issues around the globe. Added to that, recently, the world has been exposed to social inequities that are particularly affecting the black community and have […]
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Support Marriage In Our Black Community Marriage is an institution that has been in existence since the beginning of humanity. In every tribe and culture worldwide, there is a consistent and respected idea that one man and one woman should come together and form a special bond. Through this bond, families are created. Healthy families […]
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US Breast Cancer Statistics Reveal Startling Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer Diagnoses The thought of having breast cancer is every woman’s worst nightmare. One day you’re living life normally, and the next day a mammogram reveals you have cancer. Unfortunately, this nightmare is a reality for many women in America. It’s also important […]
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The Importance of Self Care in for your Overall Health What is self care? You’ve probably heard people throw around the term self care. At first, it can sound complicated. But, we assure you it’s not. Self care is simply the act of taking care of yourself. In the busy world we live […]
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