Health + Wellness
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I Died on the Dance Floor… And Then I Fought Back!
Photo courtesy of American Heart Association In the bustling heart of Dallas, Texas, a remarkable woman named Sharell Weeams has…
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How To Get The Most Benefit From Your Jog (or Run) Exercise
Running is an amazing form of exercise. It burns calories, can be immensely meditative, and is one of those workout…
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5 Sleeping Aids to Help Combat Insomnia
Are you one of the many adults struggling with insomnia? According to a study by the National Council on Aging,…
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Best Winter Workouts At Home, No Equipment Required
Winter is coming and for a lot of people that means it’s time to retreat indoors. It’s all-too easy to…
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7 Health Conditions Related to Psoriasis
1. Psoriatic Arthritis Many people with plaque psoriasis experience inflammation that causes skin symptoms that eventually affect the joints and…
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5 Avocado Smoothie Recipes You Never Knew You Needed
Honestly, I’ve never been the biggest fan of avocados. They’ve never sat well on my taste buds. At one point…
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From Music Executive to Mental Health Advocate
Photo courtesy of Shanti Das Shanti Das began her illustrious career in the music industry, rising from an intern to…
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Babies and Toddlers Get COVID-19 Shots
The CDC has approved Pfizer’s and Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccines for America’s youngest citizens. Children as young as six months will…
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My Childhood Shadowed by Violence
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with BDO staff member Tasha Ho-Sang. My earliest memories of my home…
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Uterine Cancer Claims Many Black Lives
Instances of endometrial cancer, also known as uterine cancer, are on the rise, especially among Black women. Cancer of the…
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