Health & Wellness
Practical health and wellness reporting for Black women, grounded in faith.
Ananda Lewis Warned Women About Breast Cancer Before Her Death. Her Message Lives On.
Former BET and MTV host Ananda Lewis died at 52 after urging women not to skip mammograms. Her story and what Black women should know about screening.
Serena Williams, GLP-1s and the Research Gap Affecting Black Women
Serena Williams credits a GLP-1 with better health. Research on how these drugs affect Black women’s muscles and bones is still catching up.
The Roots of Obesity Among Black Women Run Deeper Than Diet
New CDC maps show high obesity rates among Black adults, and new research finds that socioeconomic disadvantage explains more of Black women’s higher rates than diet or exercise.
The Black Church Is a First Stop for Mental Health Support. Pastors Need Partners.
Many Black churchgoers turn to pastors first for mental health support. Research shows pastors need partners, and patients need culturally humble care.
Beyond the Pink Ribbon: The Fight for Equitable Breast Cancer Care for Black Women
Black women are about 40% more likely to die from breast cancer. A study of women with triple-negative disease shows what equitable care requires.