The older we get as women, the more likely we are to experience signs of menopause such as hot flashes. Hot flashes involve a sudden feeling of warmth in the upper body, which is usually intense over the face, neck, and chest. It is a symptom that affects many of us, causing our skin to… Continue Reading
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Category Archives: Medical Diseases & Conditions
4 Hair Conditions Affecting Middle-Aged Black Women
Hair loss has become very common amongst older black women. Research shows that anywhere from a third to a half of all black women have experienced hair loss in their lifetime. One of the reasons is the hairstyles we typically like. These include braids, cornrows, and twists which could pull at the hair root causing… Continue Reading
Why is Irritable Bowel Syndrome Often Under diagnosed and Untreated?
I recently heard about a recent discussion that happened on a local talk radio station. It discussed two conditions that are often undiagnosed and untreated. These conditions are irritable bowel syndrome and stiff heart syndrome. While I didn’t get the chance to listen to this episode, I have discovered some interesting information about one of… Continue Reading
Experiencing Dry Eyes in the Winter Season?- Here’s how to Treat it
During this season, many people start to experience a case of dry eyes. This condition is likely to occur in the winter and spring seasons. Lower indoor humidity and high winds can cause dry eyes and discomfort to occur. If you’ve been experiencing this, there are ways to treat or prevent it. Let’s learn how… Continue Reading
What the Appearance of your Feet Can Reveal about your Health
Our feet- wouldn’t you agree that they are two of the most important parts of our bodies? We need them to walk, run, jump, play, etc. We certainly shouldn’t take them for granted. However, did you know that the appearance of your feet can reveal signs of your health? Sometimes, the symptoms of your feet… Continue Reading
Are Predominantly Dark Skinned Conditions like Vitiligo being Neglected by Medical Professionals?
I recently came across an interesting YouTube video that was released a couple of years ago suggesting serious skin conditions mostly affecting the black & brown community such as vitiligo and melasma are being neglected by medical professionals. It even shared the fact that there are only 3% of dermatologists in the US are black… Continue Reading
What You Must do When Dealing with Summer Migraines
When you start to develop a migraine, an instant sharp pain begins to come over you. This pain is so excruciating that it affects your ability to function. But have you ever start to experience one during these summer months? The humid weather of the season could sometimes trigger migraines. Let’s learn how you can… Continue Reading
Endometriosis- A Condition that is Affecting Many Black Women Today
One of the most common health problems among women affects the reproductive system. This condition is known as endometriosis. Sometimes called endo, endometriosis happens when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of it. It affects more than 11% of American women between the ages of 15-44. Endometriosis is affecting black women… Continue Reading
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