Are you a Part-Time Caregiver?
By Joyce Hill You may not perceive yourself as a caregiver because you don’t live with the person who needs your help or because you have a full- or part-time job that requires your attention […]
Wellness
Legislation on breast feeding: how does it affect Black women?
By Dr. Tyeese L. Gaines This past July, the last two states – Idaho and Utah – passed legislation finally making public breastfeeding legal in all 50 states. But, with breastfeeding in public such a […]
Black Women And Breast Cancer: Why Our Diagnosis And Care Are Different
Originally Published by: Black Women’s Health Imperative. Think of this: Two women are diagnosed with breast cancer. They are the same age. They have the same educational background and income level. One is Black. […]
Leaving a Legacy: The Story of Jordan Taylor Brown
When Jordan Taylor Brown smiled, people around him smiled too. That’s what his mother Loretta remembers. But when Jordan was 21, he was in the wrong place at the wrong time and an act of […]
The National Minority Quality Forum: Achieving a better understanding of health disparities that negatively impact our communities
In 1998, the National Minority Quality Forum (Forum) was established with the goal to achieve a better understanding of health disparities that negatively impact all communities. To realize this, over the last 20 years, the […]
WHO IS K.AVETT??
K.Avett (pronounced “kay uh vet”) is a phenomenal recording artist/songwriter whose sound is as authentic and beautiful as they come. Although categorized as Soul/R&B/Jazz, her interests in other genres have shaped her unique style and […]
Prevention: Gentle Detoxification
By Ruby Lathon, PhD Millions of people kick off the new year with resolutions and vows to live a healthier life. Detoxification is often a part of this quintessential resetting process. Many choose stringent detoxification […]
My Journey with Preston
By: Talhia Remy On one cold wintery day in 2006 my world changed as my first child Preston was born. From the moment he came out of my body he was a piece of my […]
Stigma: The Often Silent Obstacle To Mental Health and Substance Abuse Care Among African Americans
By: Lorna J. Hines, LCSW, ACSW I am certain that there are those of you who possess the courage and interest to read beyond the title of this article will recall that memorable film “Soul Food”. […]
Q&A with Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL)
By Karen Alston Photo Patricia McDougall Congresswoman Robin Kelly has dedicated her career to public service as an advocate for Illinois families. Since being elected to serve the 2nd Congressional District in 2013, she has […]
Tommi Vincent, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, writer, chef, and mother
This is the 4th Industrial Revolution, what many in business, public service and entrepreneurship call the season of disruption. It is a season of social and environmental challenge, where the position, voice and posture of […]