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March 21, 2025

When you receive a diagnosis like major depressive disorder (MDD), it’s important to understand that there is no “one size…

Relationships

The Secret To A Good Sex Life? Affection!

Derrick Lane

March 21, 2025

It’s no secret that couples who share intimate moments tend to be happier. Research has long shown that an active…

Food

4 Key Nutrition Guidelines Everyone Should Know

Jasmine Smith

March 20, 2025

Good nutrition is essential for maintaining overall health, supporting growth, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases. However, with so…

Brain and Nervous System

7 Foods To Improve & Protect Your Memory

Derrick Lane

March 20, 2025

Ever contemplated the intricate and vital role food plays in the very fabric of your brain function? While it's common…

Diabetes

Does Diabetes Cause Hair Loss?

Jason Henderson, BDO Staff Writer

March 20, 2025

Diabetes, a chronic condition marked by elevated blood sugar levels, can have far-reaching effects on the body. While often associated…

Digestive Disorders

5 Smoothies For Acid Reflux

Derrick Lane

March 20, 2025

Are you among the millions who experience the discomfort of acid reflux? That burning pain in your chest, the unwelcome…

Drink This Before Every Meal To Lose Weight

Derrick Lane

March 20, 2025

For many of us, childhood memories include the familiar refrain from our parents: "Finish your food before you have your…

Clinical Trials

Are Community Health Workers Clinical Trials’ Unsung Heroes?

Taneia Surles

March 20, 2025

Asthma is a chronic disease that disproportionately affects young Black children. Black American children are twice as likely to have…

Skin and Beauty

The 10 Worst Cities For Your Skin

Derrick Lane

March 20, 2025

We love to keep our melanin poppin', but there are some cities that won't let our skin be great. A…

Heart Health

3 Meals that Unclog Your Arteries

Nutritionist Mary Toscano

March 19, 2025

Black Americans experience a higher burden of heart disease, including clogged arteries (atherosclerosis), due to factors like higher rates of…

Colon Cancer

How My Family’s Healthcare Struggles Inspired Me to Become a Surgeon

Jasmine Smith

March 19, 2025

Dr. Maseray Kamara is a dedicated colorectal surgeon with a passion for both surgical excellence and public health advocacy. From…

Celebrity Health

Actress Reveals Cancer Diagnosis: ‘Biggest Thing I’ve Ever Gone Through’

Cara Jones, BDO Staff Writer

March 19, 2025

Hallmark and "Sleepy Hollow" actress Lyndie Greenwood, 42, has bravely revealed her breast cancer diagnosis, offering an intimate look into…

Celebrity Health

Legendary Female Rapper is Now a Doctor!

Gemma Greene, BDO Staff Writer

March 19, 2025

During the late 1990's, the state of New Orleans had a stronghold in the hip-hop community, much thanks to Master…

Mental Health

5 Signs You Need A Therapist

Derrick Lane

March 19, 2025

If you’re taking cues from reality TV, chances are you think therapy is a last resort effort to restore sanity.…

3 Reasons Why Patients Want Clinical Trials and What’s Stopping Them

Tonya Russell

March 19, 2025

People actually want to participate in clinical trials, despite the struggles the pharmaceutical industry faces with finding study subjects, a…

Hair Care

What They Don’t Tell You About Shampoo

Derrick Lane

March 19, 2025

Shampoo is a staple in every hair care routine, but how much do we really know about it? Most of…

BDO Is excited to announce our 2025 Top Blacks In HealthCare Honorees!

A Guide for Black Men: Health Screenings to Start in Your 40s

Black Women: We Have the Highest Infertility Rate. Here’s What We Can Do

A Cardiologist Explains: Why Heart Disease Hits Black Communities Harder

Easy Home Improvements That Reduce Asthma Symptoms

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