Dr. La Keita Carter discusses the stigma surrounding mental health, and why cultural competence in therapy is essential.

“As a Black woman, I definitely advocate for other Black women to become a part cancer research, and here is why,” says Bridgette Hempstead, a Black woman with metastatic breast cancer. “Medications ...

The village needs healing. Suicide ranked 14th as a cause of death among Black children in 1993-1997, but increased to 9th in 2008 - 2012. In a 2015 study published in JAMA Pediatrics looking at ...

Heading to college is an exciting yet often overwhelming milestone in a young person's life. Being prepared is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and a successful academic journey. A college ...

Naturally, a conversation about mental health and the growing awareness around suicide amongst Black men must acknowledge the lost lives of our brothers Don Cornelius, Lee Thompson Young, Freddie E, ...

Talk about a spa water staple! A cucumber and watermelon combo offers a light, fresh taste, and the lime gives it a sour twist. Not to mention, the antioxidants will make your skin glow! Other great ...

A former cast member of “Porsha’s Family Matters” on Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Atlanta”, Yolanda “Londie” Favors has passed away. After her younger cousin passed away on August 7, Porsha ...

The 6th annual Top Blacks in Healthcare Awards Gala and Leadership Symposium was everything we love about Black Excellence. First, let’s discuss some of the basic necessities before we can even call ...

Okay, I am a doctor so I’ve got to get some of the nerdy doctor stuff out of the way. Before we discuss depression, we really should define what depression is. Depression is not just feeling blue or ...

Generally, your doctor might ask you to undergo a prostate biopsy if they suspect you have cancer. This suspicion may be spurred by the presence of lumps during a digital rectal exam, high ...