“I’m one of the lucky ones” ‘Biggz’ celebrates a year of being cancer-free
Charlie ‘Biggz’ Mensah-Bonsu from the Ghanaian British quartet, The Compozers celebrated being in remission, one year to the…
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Seven simple tips to help boost your body’s digestion and gut health
Have you been feeling bloated and suffering from indigestion and constipation? Try the following seven simple tips to…
Sickle cell patient & activist on new drug: “There’s still a long way to go!”
The founder of a charity aimed at supporting Black sickle cell patients in the UK remains sceptical of…
When will endometriosis and PCOS research be prioritised? MPs to debate
A petition calling for more funding and research into endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) will finally get…
“We’ve had the COVID-19 vaccine, have you?” NHS film urges takeup
As vaccine hesitancy among Black British people has halved in the past few months, a new NHS short…
How much do healthcare professionals know about sickle cell disease?
While there is gradual awareness about sickle cell within the population it most affects, there is growing concern…
“Let’s normalise conversations around prostate cancer” – Linford Christie
A new campaign to highlight the fact that one in four Black men will be diagnosed with prostate…
As a Black woman, this is why I would only use a Black therapist …
Should your therapist be Black for you to fully get the benefit of the experience? Following the global…
Hear what this skin specialist has to say about how to use SPF & suncream
Dr Ifeoma Ejikeme tells us what level of SPF we should be wearing, when we should be wearing…
To slow your body’s aging process, these are the rules to follow right now
Getting older need not be synonymous with ill health and loss of function. We can remain strong, vibrant…
Three mindfulness tips for you to try right now to reduce stress & anxiety
We spoke to Arika Trimnell, a spiritual and mindfulness expert to give us practical tips on simple actions…
These are the true health benefits of fasting for 30 days during Ramadan
Now that the holy month is coming to end, we reflect on how fasting during Ramadan has had…
How can you give sickle cell warriors the mental health support they need?
A mental health charity, backed by model Jourdan Dunn, is appealing for donations to its fundraising drive to…
This should be your new one stop shop for vitamins and food supplements
What if we told you that there is now a range of food supplements created specifically to suit…
What is the vital reason why Black pregnant mums should do this survey?
Campaigning group Five X More is calling on Black pregnant women and new mums to take part in…