Take The Quiz: How Stressed Are You?
Any change in your life can lead to stress. This includes even pleasurable activities, such as vacations or new forms of recreation. You can also be in a stressful situation…
‘Social Jet Lag’: Why Sleeping In May Be Bad For Your Heart
Are you living that jet set life? Maybe you’re more into catching flights instead of feelings, but trying to catch up on the sleep you’re missing could mess with your…
Keep It Movin’: Best Exercises For Older Adults
Finding ways to get exercise as you get older is a smart and easy way to stay fit and improve your health. Exercise is just as important in your older…
Dear BlackDoctor: “How Often Should I Get Tested For HIV?”
There are billboards, commercials, flyers, radio ads and more about the importance of getting tested for HIV. But, just taking an HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) test once may not be…
5 Foods To Stop Feeding Your Brain
Did you know Blacks are almost twice as likely as Caucasians to have Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Not only that, but new survey results by the Alzheimer’s Association show just…
Racial Trauma Looks & Feels Like This
Psychologists have known for quite some time that racism negatively affects mental and physical health. We have long known that racial bias and aggression increases the risk of anxiety, depression,…
Singer Keke Wyatt Shaves Head To Support Her Child Battling Cancer
R&B singer and R&B Divas: Atlanta star Keke Wyatt revealed her child is fighting cancer on Saturday, and she will shave her head in solidarity live on her Instagram. http://blackdoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Keke-Wyatt-Shaving-Head-Bald-for.mp4…
3 Fat Flush Water Recipes
Fat deposits that form on the body can be tough to break down and eliminate. Fat is broken down when the body uses its fat deposits to produce energy and…
Bernie Mac Finally Gets His Star On Walk Of Fame!
It’s official! The late, great comedian Bernie Mac will get his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Just announced this month, Bernie Mac’s family couldn’t be more proud. Mac…
‘What’s Happening’ Child Star’s Journey Past Cancer, Paralysis & Depression
(Photo credit: Centrictv.com) If the name Danielle Spencer doesn’t ring a bell, perhaps the name “Dee,” former adorable child star of ’70s classic TV show What’s Happening, is probably more…