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Amara La Negra shares her journey of embracing her natural hair and her thoughts on the policing of Black women's hair.
Women with PCOS often face a constellation of symptoms including erratic menstrual cycles, stubborn weight gain, persistent acne and unwanted hair growth.
A new study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus reveals that individuals living with Polycystic Ovary ...
Over time, PCOS can lead to insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular risks. Women with PCOS may also experience acne, excess facial or body hair, and difficulty in conception.
A public health nutritionist says that new research has suggested that two types of tea can help women dealing with the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome ...
When Dr. Soyini Hawkins faced her own battle with uterine fibroids, she realized firsthand how limited and often confusing the treatment options could be. “I had an open procedure. I had to be cut ...
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on June 6 that unemployment for Black women aged 20+ rose to 6.2% in May, up from 6.1% in April.
Today the black hair product business is a billion-dollar industry, fueled by black women's desire to keep their tresses looking good. But hair in black America is not just about aesthetics. It's ...
LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Dealing with hair loss can be a really uncomfortable thing, especially for women. At AdventHealth Waterman in Tavares, a volunteer is on a mission to make women feel better ...
As a historical interpreter, researcher, artist, and designer, Cheyney McKnight incorporates 18th and 19th-century African American design skills to create pieces with a modern twist.