Diabetes is a devastating disease that impacts millions of Americans. It, unfortunately, heavily impacts the African American community at a rate that is hard to ignore. Just why is diabetes so ...

Black men are more likely to develop and die from prostate cancer than any other ethnic group. Scientists don’t know the exact cause, but it’s believed to be derived from a number of factors. This ...

Okay, I am a doctor so I’ve got to get some of the nerdy doctor stuff out of the way. Before we discuss depression, we really should define what depression is. Depression is not just feeling blue or ...

Hey, Lovelies, I'm so glad you landed here! I hope it's warm and sunny wherever you are! As we prepare to have a #HotGirlSummer, let's run it back to some big celebrations we've had. February was ...

Approximately 7 million African Americans experience mental illness in a given year, according to Mental Health America, but only a small fraction get adequate treatment. Psychiatry.org notes just one ...

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs a blood donation. For Jamilah Bourdon, that need became urgent on a snowy ...

In recent years, conversations surrounding mental health have gained significant traction, prompting vital discussions about the importance of elevating black mental health wellness and the need for ...

John C. Lipman, MD, FSIR reached out to me after writing the "Living with Fibroids: Surgery Isn't The Only Way To Stop Them" article here on Blackdoctor.org, and it was a pleasure hearing about his ...

In a world filled with words and digital platforms, it is rare to find one that truly empowers individuals to advocate for their mental well-being and navigate the complex journey of addressing health ...

It can be overwhelming to consider everything you will need to get through the first year, let alone the first semester, of college at an HBCU when you are getting ready to start school. Considering ...

1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. Leading the race is 15.1% of American Indians/Alaskan Natives and falling close behind is 12.7% of Blacks. Charles Mattocks is included ...

One thing about us, we slay naturally. From our sunkissed melanin to our coils and curls that tell gravity “not today”. Hundreds of serums and regimens claim to be tailored to our hair and skin to ...