Why Black Mothers Need Better Maternal and Infant Care Access
Despite advances in medical technology and healthcare, Black women continue to experience disproportionately high rates of pregnancy-related complications and mortality. These disparities reflect deeply...
Brenda L. Crump On Importance Of Serving Healthier Food At Events In Our Community
In this powerful episode of People Before Politics, we sit down with wellness advocate Brenda L. Cump to talk about the importance of serving...
The Suffering We Don’t Count: What Black America Deserves to Know About Long COVID, Post-Vaccine Syndrome, and Medical Betrayal
They told us to do it for our community. They told us to trust the science. They told us the side effects were rare....
In Search of the Sweet Spot: Digital Mental Health and Communities of Color By Sonia Banks, Ph.D.
Once upon a time, the term “mental illness” did not exist—just madness, lunacy, idiocy, and melancholy.Public discussions about promoting and protecting mental health did...
Why Health Care Gaps for Black Americans Are Worsening By Gaurav Gupta
The longstanding disparities in healthcare outcomes for Black Americans remain a pressing public health crisis. While some progress has been made, systemic barriers continue...
Reiki and the Mind: Unlocking Energy Healing for Mental Health & Neurodivergence Co By Larnez Kinsey & Harold Hakeem Stone-Mayfield
A New Dawn in Mental Health Care
For generations, our understanding of mental illness has focused primarily on chemistry, neurobiology, and trauma, diagnosed through clinical...
This Women’s History Month, Let’s Prioritize Black Women’s Mental Health—and Their Whole Health
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we reflect on women's brilliance, strength, and impact throughout history. But this March, let’s go deeper—beyond celebration, toward...
Avocados: A Nutritional Ally for Black Americans Combating Chronic Disease
Black Americans face disproportionately high rates of chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension. This disparity stems from systemic health inequities, limited access...
Simone Biles: Balancing Bravery and Breaking Barriers in Mental Health by Dr. Derek Suite
Like Black History Month, Women’s History Month offers the opportunity to reflect on the invaluablerole women play in shaping the course of humanity and...
The Mental Health Crisis Among Black Men Is a Crisis of Dependency, Lost Masculinity and Purpose
Black men in America are facing a silent crisis—an epidemic of mental health issues that is often ignored, misdiagnosed, or dismissed. While significant attention...
The Impact of Black Doctors on Black Life Expectancy and the Need for Black-Centered Medical Care
A growing body of research suggests that the presence of Black physicians within a community has a significant impact on the health and longevity...
6 Ways for Busy People to Stay Healthy
In today’s fast-paced world, staying healthy often feels like a luxury reserved for those with time to spare. Between long work hours, family responsibilities,...
No, You’re Not Losing Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security—Here’s the Truth
As a news organization, we have a responsibility to adhere to the facts. In my personal life, I’ve always believed that we have the...
Garlic: A Natural Powerhouse for Black American Health
For centuries, garlic has been a staple in traditional medicine, prized for its healing properties across cultures. However, for Black Americans—who disproportionately face health...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services
In a highly contentious vote, the U.S. Senate has confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS)....
Melanin, Why Black People are Black: The Role it Plays Taking Medications and Vaccines
While Kennedy’s remarks ignited political debate, they bring attention to an important medical reality: melanin plays a significant role in how medications and vaccines...
