Black Women’s Battle with Breast Cancer

February 27, 2012 in Black Woman, Our Health

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among African American women.  Black women’s alarming breast cancer mortality rate (compared to other American women), has pushed many sisters into action to combat this disease.  Rather than [...]

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Depression Affects Strong Black Women Too

November 1, 2011 in Black Woman, Our Health

Black women don’t like to admit it, but nearly 30% of our population is clinically depressed.  In our communities, it is a badge of honor to be considered a “strong [...]

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Flesh Eating Cocaine Is A Damn Good Reason To Stop Getting High

August 24, 2011 in Our Health

Flesh-eating cocaine, cut with levamisole, is widespread in the streets of the USA, and according to experts, it’s here to stay.  75% of the cocaine seized by the DEA contains [...]

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Burn the Bottle! Breastfeed Your Baby!

August 8, 2011 in Banner, First Family, Our Health

Breastfeeding is all natural and has the best nutritional value for your baby.  The benefits of breastfeeding are touted nationwide; but the message isn’t reaching the Black community.  Black women are [...]

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OUR HEALTH

July 13, 2011 in Our Health

Black women are in the midst of a health crisis.  Learn more and find out what you can do to prevent it from impacting you and your loved ones.  Discover [...]

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