Family reunions are more than just soul food and old stories — they’re a chance to share something priceless: our health ...

Considering laser hair removal? Here's everything you need to know about how it works on those with darker skin.

Dr. Carter: The occurrence of prostate cancer in African-American men and in Caribbean men of African ancestry is more than that seen in men of any other racial or ethnic group. It is estimated that ...

UC causes intestinal inflammation and the development of open sores (ulcers) in the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum. This can lead to significant changes in stools and bowel habits by ...

Freshman week is the most anticipated week for all graduating high school seniors that are starting their first year on a college campus. Orientation week is for administrators and current students to ...

Non-dairy milk alternatives . Growing up, there were tons of advertisements promoting the benefits of drinking cow’s milk. If you were around in the 90s, you may remember the start of the ‘Got Milk?’ ...

Okay, brothers, it’s time to stop sucking your teeth when your woman compliments Morris Chestnut on his smooth skin. I’m here today to get you right for life. You’ll walk away with some new praise ...

Black garlic may look frightening but this aged version of garlic actually has twice the antioxidants of regular garlic. Described as being sweet and reminiscent of molasses, black garlic can be used ...

The village needs healing. Suicide ranked 14th as a cause of death among Black children in 1993-1997, but increased to 9th in 2008 - 2012. In a 2015 study published in JAMA Pediatrics looking at ...

Experts recommend that women at least consider starting breast cancer screening once they turn 40. Now a new study suggests that is especially critical for Black women. Looking at data on U.S. breast ...

Indications are that this year's flu season is going to be particularly nasty, making the annual influenza vaccine even more important than usual, infectious disease experts say. People already are ...

What is measles? How easily can it spread? Measles is a viral illness that's one of the most easily transmitted infections known to medicine. "Nine out of 10 unimmunized children who are in contact ...