What mental health help is there for Black people dealing with COVID-19?
With the news that Taraji P Henson has launched a free virtual therapy service for the Black American…
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Have you tried low histamine foods to tackle your hay fever symptoms?
For many of us, the long-awaited warmer weather and sunny skies also means the start of hay fever…
The reason why the prognosis is often bad medicine in Black women’s health
When it comes to treating serious illnesses like breast cancer, where Black women are known to suffer worse…
The opt-out organ donation law is changing: What do you need to know?
On 20 May 2020, the law around organ donation will change, with all adults in England presumed as…
10 oral health signs and what they are really telling you about your health
Did you know that your oral health can give an excellent indication of how healthy you are generally?…
The truth about cancer and how to reduce the chances of getting it
Nobody want to hear the words “you have cancer”, and while survival rates are generally increasing every year,…
Do you struggle to switch off every night? Here are four tips for better sleep
The saying goes, “Everything will be better in the morning.” It’s not by accident that problems always seem…
My silent pain: Living with Endometriosis and coping with the condition
Endometriosis is a health condition that affects one in 10 women starting from puberty to menopause. In spite…
When it comes to fibroids, are we being a little too hasty by opting for surgery?
Fibroids. Chances are you’ve got them, had them or know someone who does. African-Caribbean women develop them more…
What are the six most popular gym myths and the real truth behind them
A new year brings new resolutions and joining or renewing a gym membership is one of the most…
What you need to know about hair loss & treatment by a clinical expert
Following her own personal experience of hair loss 20 years ago, Dr Ingrid Wilson, a GP at the…
When are we going to talk about the hidden roots of poor Black mental health?
When it comes to mental health, is there a reason why Black people seem to suffer more than…
Want brighter, healthier teeth? These are the six “Health Trends” to avoid
There’s no getting away from the fact that the older we get, the tougher it becomes to keep…
Why it’s time we remind ourselves of the many benefits of reading regularly
Scribing these words on what feels like the 158th day of January, the feelings of overwhelm are real.…
Dyes, relaxers & breast cancer links: Should UK Black women be worried?
Does using hair dyes and chemical straighteners really increase the risk of breast cancer in Black women? A…