Black girls are being subjected to disproportionately high disciplinary rates and other threats to their self-esteem, their physical well-being and their future. “We are in a battle for the souls of Black girls,” one expert warns.

13 Risks You Should Know About Colorectal Cancer

Chadwick Boseman’s death has drawn attention to colon and rectal cancer. The 43-year-old...

Celebrating 38 Years of Health Activism

Activist and professor Angela Davis, actresses Jurnee Smollett and AJ Johnson, and singers Keri...

Push Grows to Shift Some Resources From Policing to Public Health

Cities and counties are calling for more funding for health care and other public services, sometimes at the expense of the police budget.

Give Me Liberty or Give Me Sickness?

Despite the health risks, demonstrators and several medical experts say the protests are necessary to combat systemic racism, including police brutality.

Riots and Racism Led Journalist to Fight for the Voiceless

Witnessing riots and being held at gunpoint fueled a journalist’s determination to be a change agent.

Managing Your Money During COVID-19

Personal finance expert Michelle Singletary has answers to your questions whether you’re struggling with lost pay from COVID-19 cutbacks or wondering about investments.