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Study helps solve mystery of how sleep protects against heart disease

March 21, 2019 admin 0

By NIH Researchers say they are closer to solving the mystery of how a good night’s sleep protects against heart disease. In studies using mice, they discovered a previously unknown mechanism between the brain, bone marrow, and blood vessels that […]

Calm and Energize Yourself with 5 Minutes of Box Breathing

March 20, 2019 admin 0

BY Delores C.S. James, PhD I recently regained my warrior spirit. I’m speaking my peace, standing up to bullies, drawing lines in the sand, and taking unbelievable risks. But warrior living can sometimes be stressful. So, I use the meditative […]

Shelah Marie-creating a movement of total self love.

February 12, 2019 admin 0

I WORK FOR WOMEN OF COLOR TO CREATE A MOVEMENT OF TOTAL SELF LOVE AND LIBERATION. For as long as I can remember, I’ve felt a connection to something bigger than me. As a child I was rebellious, outspoken and […]

“Creating A Safe Space”

February 5, 2019 admin 0

By: Michelle Stafford As black women, there is a certain amount of “on-ness” that occurs by default. We are “on” guard at work, in social situations, and even at the doctors’ office. Unfortunately, this often leads to the habit of […]

2019 Swearing In Ceremony

January 4, 2019 admin 0

Moments from historic swearing in ceremony

Angela Johnson

December 6, 2018 admin 0

Angela Johnson: Singer, songwriter, producer, wife, mother, entrepreneur and vegan is back with Heart and Soul to share some new music and a new healthy meal. We had a chance to catch up with Angela and ask her a few questions […]

Are you a Part-Time Caregiver?

November 28, 2018 admin 0

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 away from your loved one. […]

Legislation on breast feeding: how does it affect Black women?

November 8, 2018 admin 0

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 highly-debated topic, and Black infants […]

Identifying and Implementing Effective Mental Health Strategies for Black America – ALC ’18

October 26, 2018 admin 0

Black Women And Breast Cancer: Why Our Diagnosis And Care Are Different

October 12, 2018 admin 0

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. The other is white. Even […]

Leaving a Legacy: The Story of Jordan Taylor Brown

October 1, 2018 admin 0

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 violence ended his life. During […]

The National Minority Quality Forum: Achieving a better understanding of health disparities that negatively impact our communities

September 28, 2018 admin 0

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 Forum has been thoughtful in […]

WHO IS K.AVETT??

September 27, 2018 admin 0

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 helped garner a growing fan […]

Prevention: Gentle Detoxification

September 27, 2018 admin 0

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 or cleansing regimens, or fasting […]

My Journey with Preston

September 27, 2018 admin 0

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 heart. I remember being in […]

Stigma: The Often Silent Obstacle To Mental Health and Substance Abuse Care Among African Americans

September 27, 2018 admin 0

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”. Besides the main character, “Big […]