Video interview with Condra Magee coming soon. Check back shortly to watch this exclusive conversation. Emmy Award-nominated director Condra Magee has built an impressive career
You’ve been dealing with periods that turn your bathroom into what looks like a crime scene, cramps that make you double over in agony, and
More than seven decades after Henrietta Lacks’ cells were taken without her consent and used to create groundbreaking medical advances, her grandson Alfred Lacks Carter
Sister Yaa Simpson describes herself as “your favorite community epidemiologist,” and her approach to public health research reflects a deep understanding that effective healthcare interventions
On May 31, 2025, TACTS (The Association of Clinical Trial Services) hosted its Annual Health & Wellness Networking Social in recognition of National Clinical Trials
For Dr. Shantesica Gilliam, the disturbing statistics on Black maternal mortality aren’t just numbers, they represent lives disrupted and families forever changed. As an assistant
In the humid July afternoons of his childhood in rural Ivanhoe, North Carolina, while other boys played outside, Melvin Echols could be found indoors, sweating
Recent research highlights a troubling pattern in healthcare: Black men are disproportionately affected by hypertension, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS, yet are significantly less likely to seek
A disturbing link between common household plastics and thousands of heart disease deaths has emerged from recent research, with evidence suggesting Black communities face disproportionately
New Orleans’ ambitious Community Health Improvement Plan addresses persistent disparities and creates pathways to wellness for all communities New Orleans faces health challenges as unique
While Philadelphia as a whole faces significant health challenges, certain neighborhoods stand as remarkable exceptions where residents consistently live longer, healthier lives. The disparities are
During Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17), stories that highlight both challenges and strength of Black mothers are being uplifted. Chicago-area pastor Tracey Young’s journey
In a health landscape where Black women face maternal mortality rates three to four times higher than their white counterparts, Dr. Shantesica Gilliam is pioneering
In a sunlit office in Mansfield,TX, Dr. Tenise Hordge leans forward, her passion evident as she outlines her vision for transforming maternal healthcare in Texas.
Video interview with Dr. Tenise Hordge coming soon. Check back shortly to watch this exclusive conversation. In the battle against alarming Black maternal health disparities,
Early detection disparities continue to impact survival rates for these commonly overlooked cancers, making awareness and proactive screening crucial for the Black community. The critical
Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton is spearheading a push for menopause awareness, healthcare access, and supportive policies advancing women’s health advocacy. The state’s groundbreaking initiative was
Dr. Melvin Echols, a cardiologist and Associate Professor of Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine, brings both professional expertise and personal insight to addressing critical
Dr. Melvin Echols, Associate Professor of Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for the American College of Cardiology
African Americans face unique health challenges shaped by both genetic factors and social determinants of health. Research consistently shows higher rates of heart disease, diabetes,
