May 2025

Nationwide — In a significant stride toward addressing the unique mental health needs of Black women, a transformative new publication entitled Mental Health Journal is set to launch — a dedicated mental health journal designed to inspire empowerment, healing, and self-discovery. “This insightful, holistic, and reflective journal is more than a resource; it is a celebration of resilience, […]

Cancer is one of the most common causes of death, especially lung cancer and forms of cancers associated with the respiratory system. However, who would think that the “home” – a place considered to be completely safe – could turn into a “source” of cancer-causing substances? In fact, there are many obvious cancer culprits that

Clinical trials are crucial for medical advancement, as they help determine whether a new treatment, device, or procedure works and is safe for the general population. However, people of color are often underrepresented in many drug trials. “For decades, drugs have been largely tested on white, non-Hispanic men,” says Geeta Yadav, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and

Former New York rapper Craig Mack, best known for his 90s smash hit single “Flava In Ya Ear,” passed away at age 46, in March of 2018. Initially, according to his producer, Mack passed away from heart failure at a hospital near his Walterboro, S.C. home. “God bless my friend. He was a good friend of mine,” said Alvin

Dr. Leeja Carter is not your typical academic. After years as a professor and researcher focused on the social determinants of physical activity—particularly for Black women—she began to feel a disconnect from the traditional academic space. While she cherished teaching and mentoring students, the institution itself felt unfulfilling. That realization sparked a journey of self-discovery—and a