Shampoo is a staple in every hair care routine, but how much do we really know about it? Most of us pick a shampoo based on scent, price, or how well it lathers, but there’s more to washing your hair than just bubbles and fragrance. The right shampoo, washing technique, and frequency can make all […]
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Pancreatic cancer remains one of the most formidable cancers due to its insidious nature. In its initial stages, it rarely causes noticeable symptoms, making early diagnosis incredibly challenging. Often, by the time symptoms of pancreatic cancer manifest, the disease has progressed significantly, hindering effective treatment options. However, being aware of potential pancreatic cancer symptoms can
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During the late 1990’s, the state of New Orleans had a stronghold in the hip-hop community, much thanks to Master P’s No Limit records. The No Limit roster consisted of rappers including Silkk the Shocker, Mystikal, C-Murder, Romeo Miller, Soulja Slim, even Snoop Dogg and more. The first lady of No Limit was the talented
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Peeing too much? While, there’s no one-size-fits-all recommendation for how often or how much someone should pee, according to Cleveland Clinic, you may be wondering whether you suffer from an overactive bladder. The condition, which affects an estimated 33 million Americans, represents a collection of symptoms that can take you away from your normal routine, including: Urgency: failure to
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Black Americans experience a higher burden of heart disease, including clogged arteries (atherosclerosis), due to factors like higher rates of diabetes, obesity, and smoking, and often have less access to quality healthcare. With clogged arteries, there is reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. A buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances in and on
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Migraines are more than just headaches—they are a debilitating neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide. For Black individuals, the challenges of living with migraines extend beyond the pain itself. Misdiagnosis, undertreatment, and systemic biases in healthcare make it harder for Black patients to get the care they need. Despite the high prevalence of
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Did you know that donating blood can do more than just save a life? It can also provide crucial health insights. The American Red Cross is now offering free A1C testing—a key diabetes screening—to blood donors. This initiative is especially important for Black Americans. Here’s why. Diabetes: A Silent Threat in the Black Community Diabetes
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Award-winning singer and famous family member Tamar Braxton has spoken openly about her struggles with mental health, including severe depression and anxiety, and has also faced physical health challenges like pulmonary emboli and thoracic outlet syndrome, requiring surgery. Now that she just turned 48, Braxton is reflecting on her past. Not only on how she’s
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Obesity is a chronic, but treatable, disease associated with excess fat. It is healthy to have some body fat. In fact, a healthy level of body fat is needed to survive. But too much fat can be harmful to your body. Obesity is most often measured by Body Mass Index (BMI), a calculation of body
Charles Tate and Charissa Carroll mark significant milestones in their medical careers with help from the CPASS Foundation Charles Tate was one of more than 30 million viewers who regularly tuned in to watch ER, a top-rated hospital drama that capped NBC’s “Must See TV” Thursday primetime block from 1994 to 2009. His favorite character? Dr.
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