During July, we bring awareness to the mental health in BIPOC and marginalized communities of color. One research study points out how structural racism impacts the mental health of marginalized people of color. Dealing with institutional oppression on a daily basis has …
The Center for Disease and Control defines HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) as a virus that attacks the body's immune system, and if left untreated, it can develop into AIDS.
Skin is our largest organ. It plays a vital role in our overall health by functioning as a protective barrier between our bodies and harmful elements in the outside world, such as bacteria, viruses, yeast, parasites, pollution, and ultraviolet (UV) …
According to the CDC, Health Disparities are "defined as preventable differences in the burden of disease, injury, violence, or opportunities to achieve optimal health experienced by socially disadvantaged populations." The rise of Black maternal mortality and the constant dismissiveness of …
The Game is Life is a phrase often used to describe the bond between men and sports it illustrates in the all-encompassing idea that sports are your life. Sports have been given to Black children and adolescent as an avenue …
We had the opportunity to speak with Doula and the Founder of Birth Manifesta, LLC, Tanzye Hill, who is a mentoring Doula and holistic educator. Tanzye provided insight into why we need Doulas and the need for advocacy during their …
Birth is marked by society as a life-changing moment that is supposed to be a time of joy, celebration, and community for those wanting children. Unfortunately, these moments that are supposed to be a journey of understanding and changing for …
Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing pain and/or infertility. It is associated with severe, life-impacting pain during periods, sexual intercourse, bowel movements and/or urination, chronic pelvic pain, abdominal …
Shalon Irving PhD, MPH, MS, CHE (January 28, 2017) Dr. Shalon Irving was a researcher and advocate for health equity and women's health. She was an Epidemiologist with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Lieutenant Commander in …
In the health insurance industry, computers can be trained to study health data and use it to predict events like the chances of a patient developing a disease or being hospitalized. This is a useful tool that helps the healthcare …