Things Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know Before Your Appointment

Keeping up with a gynecologist visit is something every woman has to do. Considering the underlying concerns around it, however, some women are understandably apprehensive to book an appointment. Ladies, I totally understand where your concerns are coming from. Many of you feel self-conscious about what to expect or what …

Will Smith Proved That Colonoscopy Isn’t a Luxury for Black People, It’s Required Self Care

Last November 6, Will Smith announced on his vlog that he had his first colonoscopy and it revealed precancerous lesions (polyps) which were successfully removed. I was so happy to hear that these polyps had been detected early but then, as I read the details, I became somewhat concerned. Why …

“The Talk, Part 1”: Teaching Little Boys About Sexuality In The #MeToo Era

In this modern age, in an effort to promote public discourse that resonates across boundaries, including across marginalized communities, we have witnessed how powerful it is to express our opinions and commentaries on social media. In just one click, anything can go viral. We all want to be heard — …