Formaldehyde Ban in Relaxers Is ‘Essential,’ Experts Warn
FDA ban on formaldehyde in relaxers, which is associated with breast and ovarian cancers, is now pending for July.
‘A Different World’ Tour Highlights the Difference of Positive Images
“A Different World” offered diverse and nuanced representations of race and identity, and it was the first American network television show to address HIV/AIDS.
Imagine If Social Security Overpays You, and Then Demands a Lump Sum Back
The Social Security Administration sent Justina Worrell a letter saying it had overpaid her and wanted $60,175.90 within 30 days.
Why the CDC Has Recommended New COVID-19 Boosters for All
Everyone over the age of 6 months should get the latest COVID-19 booster, not just high-risk groups, a federal expert panel recommends.
Black Community in W. Va. Sues the EPA Over Toxic Air Pollution
West Virginia has only two Black census tracts. One is in Chemical Valley and has a cancer risk that is 36 times the level the EPA considers acceptable.
A Guide to What Should Happen at Your OB-GYN Visit — and What Shouldn’t
Arming yourself with information about OB-GYN visits can help you decide what you are and are not comfortable with, and give you an opportunity to speak up.
Coco Gauff’s Competitive Spirit Drives Her Success
Coco Gauff has something that transcends forehands and backhands. She has the heart of a champion. And she is the fifth Black American to win the U.S. Open, joining Althea Gibson, Serena and Venus Williams and Sloane Stephens.
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Latest5 Tips to Show Your Hair and Skin Extra Love
Changing weather exposes our bodies to environmental conditions that can alter our appearance. When the seasons shift, it's time to revamp your beauty routine!
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LatestBlack Churches Work to Combat Vaccine Fears
Black churches are key to reaching African Americans about vaccines, especially older generations more vulnerable to COVID-19, public health advocates say.
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Latest‘We Made It. All of Us,’ Jackson Says in Celebratory Speech
By Nyah Marshall It was truly a day of celebration as Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson made her first...