Despite the growing awareness of autism, people still have preconceived ideas about it, particularly in Black communities where stigma, lack of awareness, and disparities in healthcare access create barriers to diagnosis and support.
Before Real Housewives of Atlanta made dating Nigerian men trendy, I was already knee-deep in jollof rice, WhatsApp calls with Lagos accents, and decoding the layered meanings behind “my dear.”
When it comes to women’s health, some conversations don’t get the attention they deserve, especially in the Black community. One such topic is fibroids. These non-cancerous growths in or around the uterus affect a staggering 80% of Black women by the age of 50, compared to 70% of white women.
People in South Philadelphia may have been exposed to measles after the city’s Department of Public Health diagnosed a new case of the highly infectious viral disease. With a transmission rate of around 90% among non-immune individuals who are exposed to the virus, measles is extremely contagious. It’s unsettling.
The truth is, being a strong Black woman is not always a badge of honor. You do not have to bear the burden alone.
As the name implies, Fulani braids originated from the Fulani- a tribe that lives across West Africa, the Sahel, and the Sahara. Also called the Fula people, this hairdo remains the staple among females and is often adorned with silver coins, beads, and cowry shells.
Maternal mortality refers to deaths due to complications from pregnancy or childbirth. Research has shown that Black women are at a greater risk of maternal mortality when compared to White women.
Once upon a time, it was a struggle beating your face as a Black woman. Finding foundations, concealers and other beauty products that perfectly fit your skin tone was like looking for a needle in a haystack.
So, when it comes to charity, they are founded on love for humanity; for Black communities, love manifests as an ability for collective caring. The roots of giving extend back centuries, two millennia even, dating back to pre-colonial African traditions.
Alopecia Areata refers to hair loss on any part of the human body and it happens when the immune system attacks hair follicles. Although hair loss can occur on any part of the body, this condition affects the scalp more.
