Looking for Maternal Resources?These Entrepreneurs Are Making a Difference
Preparing for motherhood can be challenging, and maternal health is filled with intricate moments and the necessity for the right information. Black Health Matters has created a list of five maternal health entrepreneurs who are paving the way in healthcare and making a difference for the collective wellness of our community. These visionaries are driven […]
What It Means to Be Busy vs. Productive
In your continued journey toward your own self-growth, your willingness to grow and learn in new ways never fails to inspire me. Which is why, today, I want to discuss a common misconception that so many of us grapple with regularly: the idea of being busy vs. being productive. In our fast-paced society, with practically […]
What It Means to Be Busy vs. Productive
In your continued journey toward your own self-growth, your willingness to grow and learn in new ways never fails to inspire me. Which is why, today, I want to discuss a common misconception that so many of us grapple with regularly: the idea of being busy vs. being productive. In our fast-paced society, with practically […]
Halle Berry Isn’t Immune From Medical Racism (And Neither Are We)
The Internet is abuzz because actress Halle Berry shared a story of a herpes scare during a fireside chat with First Lady Dr. Jill Biden earlier this week. When, in fact, the actress was entering perimenopause. On the surface, it seems crazy, right? In reality, it isn’t. According to The Hollywood Reporter, “Berry recalled having […]
Dr. Folasade May, On Colorectal Cancer & Health Equity
It’s easy to start these stories with stats about how we have higher incidences of many diseases. But this time, I would rather talk about what can be done about it; in the case of colon cancer, where our risk is 20% higher, there is a program called Stand Up to Cancer. And when it […]
4 Healthcare Provider Tips: A Discussion Guide for Patients Living with Psoriasis
In a survey conducted by the National Psoriasis Foundation, a large percentage of patients living with psoriasis responded that their diagnosis had a significant negative impact on their quality of life. Interacting effectively with your healthcare provider is essential for navigating your diagnosis, managing symptoms, and receiving the best possible care. We’ve highlighted 4 tips […]
Inmates to Entrepreneurs Offers Resources to Help Returned Citizens Start Businesses
Lawrence Carpenter says he grew up poor and dreaming of a better life. By age 12, he was following the only example he saw in his North Carolina neighborhood of how to achieve this dream: selling drugs. By age 17, he was incarcerated. After serving six years in prison, he was back on the streets […]
Inmates to Entrepreneurs Offers Resources to Help Returned Citizens Start Businesses
Lawrence Carpenter says he grew up poor and dreaming of a better life. By age 12, he was following the only example he saw in his North Carolina neighborhood of how to achieve this dream: selling drugs. By age 17, he was incarcerated. After serving six years in prison, he was back on the streets […]
Want to Reduce Digital Distractions? Brain Coach Jim Kwik Shares Strategies for Better Focus
For most, living in this day and age requires a level of digital immersion, inundating us with notifications and constant connectivity. While most people understand that constant digital distractions may not be great for us, the damage is hard to measure. Jim Kwik, brain coach and New York Times bestselling author of Limitless, says these […]
