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sickle cell
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Sickle cell patient & activist on new drug: “There’s still a long way to go!”

  • 15th October 2021
  • by teammelanmag
The founder of a charity aimed at supporting Black sickle cell patients in the UK remains sceptical of…
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endometriosis and PCOS
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When will endometriosis and PCOS research be prioritised? MPs to debate

  • 12th October 2021
  • by Joy Joses
A petition calling for more funding and research into endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) will finally get…
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living while Black
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Isn’t it time we acknowledge the mental health toll of “living while Black”?

  • 6th August 2021
  • by teammelanmag
Leading psychologist, Dr Ranti Lawumi applauds the recent actions of Black elite athletes highlighting the mental health toll…
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COVID pregnancy
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All your COVID-19 pregnancy & fertility questions answered by experts

  • 25th July 2021
  • by Joy Joses
Are you a woman of child-bearing age with concerns around your COVID-19 pregnancy and fertility?  Eight medical experts…
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“We’ve had the COVID-19 vaccine, have you?” NHS film urges takeup

  • 1st July 2021
  • by teammelanmag
As vaccine hesitancy among Black British people has halved in the past few months, a new NHS short…
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the coil
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“Having my coil fitted was agonisingly painful but it shouldn’t be that way”

  • 27th June 2021
  • by teammelanmag
As debate continues over whether it is acceptable that for some women having the coil fitted remains a…
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sickle cell
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How much do healthcare professionals know about sickle cell disease?

  • 21st June 2021
  • by teammelanmag
While there is gradual awareness about sickle cell within the population it most affects, there is growing concern…
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prostate
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“Let’s normalise conversations around prostate cancer” – Linford Christie

  • 10th June 2021
  • by Joy Joses
A new campaign to highlight the fact that one in four Black men will be diagnosed with prostate…
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therapist
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As a Black woman, this is why I would only use a Black therapist …

  • 7th June 2021
  • by sue omar
Should your therapist be Black for you to fully get the benefit of the experience? Following the global…
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SPF and Suncream
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Hear what this skin specialist has to say about how to use SPF & suncream

  • 2nd June 2021
  • by Joy Joses
Dr Ifeoma Ejikeme tells us what level of SPF we should be wearing, when we should be wearing…
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This webinar on organ donation revealed issues that we must all tackle

  • 29th May 2021
  • by teammelanmag
A complex patchwork of suspicion, ignorance and shame is preventing Black communities in the UK from donating –…
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To slow your body’s aging process, these are the rules to follow right now

  • 21st May 2021
  • by teammelanmag
Getting older need not be synonymous with ill health and loss of function. We can remain strong, vibrant…
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Isn’t it time we started talking more about Sex, Myths and Menopause?

  • 18th May 2021
  • by sue omar
A Channel 4 Dispatches documentary – Sex, Myths and Menopause – aired last week uncovering the unspoken truths…
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reduce stress and anxiety
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Three mindfulness tips for you to try right now to reduce stress & anxiety

  • 13th May 2021
  • by teammelanmag
We spoke to Arika Trimnell, a spiritual and mindfulness expert to give us practical tips on simple actions…
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Fasting
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These are the true health benefits of fasting for 30 days during Ramadan

  • 9th May 2021
  • by sue omar
Now that the holy month is coming to end, we reflect on how fasting during Ramadan has had…
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