The BLKHLTH Blog
Our hotspot for original pieces and guest submissions related to Black health and wellness.
Self Care Resources for Black Girls During Stressful Times
By Khadijah Ameen
I thought it’d be a good idea to compile some of my favorite black girl centric media platforms and artists that have helped me unpack, recharge, and rebuild
Spotlight: Nneka Shoulds
By BLKHLTH
Nneka Shoulds, also known as Nek the Nutritionist, is a Baltimore-based Nutrition Educator who works with low-income families, people of color, and disadvantaged communities to empower them to make healthier lifestyle choices.
Segregation and Health in Atlanta
By Matthew McCurdy
Despite the perception of diversity and economic development in Atlanta, recent trends and data show that the longtime African American population in the city is not as well off as one may think.
Shining a Light on Black Mental Health
By Kristy Georgia
Mental health is not something which is discussed openly in the black, asian, and minority ethnic (BAME) community and as a mixed-race female growing up, I felt as though I couldn’t open up about my mental health with my black family members.
A Challenge to Black Millennials to Solve an Age-Old Healthcare Problem
By Megan Nichole
So, I have a question and challenge for us: What can Black millennial healthcare providers do to increase minority clinical trial enrollment?
Spotlight: Charles Livingston
By BLKHLTH
This spotlight features Dr. Charles Livingston Jr, an HIV Specialty Pharmacist working in the community to help individuals live with and manage HIV.
Spotlight: Huyen Nguyen
By Megan Nichole
We are kicking off our spotlight series with Huyen Nguyen, a certified personal trainer and holistic health coach passionate about empowering individuals to reach their fitness, nutrition, and wellness goals both in and outside of the gym.
Who Needs Therapy and Medication? I’m Lit!
By Rwenshaun Miller
If you are that person who is struggling with a mental health challenge, please understand that you are not alone and whatever vice you are using is probably not helping. Trust me, I know. There is help out there. Don’t be afraid to use it.
A Healthy Body Equals a Healthy Mind
By Jazmine Leath
When health is a concern, most people assume it’s all about the physicality, but health is more than physical - it’s a balance of mental, emotional, social, and physical wellness
Health and Wealth on a Global Scale: Take Aways from My Trip to South Africa
By Khadijah Ameen
I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the beautiful city of Joburg. However, in the middle of so much joy, I was faced with a level of sadness over something that I knew about but wasn’t prepared to face up close: social and health inequities are global.
Black Walls: Conflict + the Black Family
By Lacey C. Wilson
I have no doubt that my personal struggle with anxiety and sensitivity to conflict began in my grandmother’s front yard. I can say that the converse is also true: my resilience and my unyielding desire to create change within my community were born in that front yard as well.
My Sister’s Keeper
By Kristina Tarr
As human beings filled with compassion and kindness in our hearts, now more than ever under this new Administration, we must band together and build each other up.