#BlackHealthFacts: A Resource Center for the Knowledge Movement

A collection of information and stories that aims to increase awareness of inequities in health and healthcare among Black Americans, influence change, and be a destination for finding help.

Environmental Warriors: Digging Into a Root Cause of Health Disparities

As we witness the effects of pollution and climate change on people's health, Black Americans are fighting to reverse damages and pave the way for a healthier future.

Black Joy: A Form of Resistance, Healing, Self-Care, and Freedom

While Black joy has always existed, it has become a visible movement in recent years. Celebrated as part of Juneteenth, Black joy can also help people heal from generations of racial trauma and pain. We look at what Black joy means to some joymakers who are embracing it.

Health Changemakers: Pushing for Better Well-Being in Their Communities

Perhaps the biggest changemaker of our time, Martin Luther King Jr. ignited the fight for justice and equality that continues today. In honor of the civil rights leader and Black History Month, we highlight people who are making a positive impact on the health of their communities today.

#BlackHealthFacts: A Knowledge Movement

Information is our best tool for influencing change. These facts and statistics help illustrate how inequities have impacted Black Americans’ health and what needs to improve moving forward.

#BlackHealthFacts: Health and Wellness News

From the latest research to expert self-care advice and tips, get all the health news you can use.

Mental Health: Highlighting the Issues and Influencing Change

Patrice Harris, MD, a psychiatrist and Everyday Health’s medical editor in chief at large, examines the stigma associated with mental illness, mistrust of the healthcare system, and other factors that have prevented Black Americans from receiving appropriate treatment in the past, and looks at how to make mental health as important as physical health.

Fighting the Stigma Against Mental Health Issues

“There is no shame in having a mental illness and no shame in seeking help,” says Dr. Harris.
Fighting the Stigma Against Mental Health Issues

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How Limited Choices Impact Health Outcomes

How Limited Choices Impact Health Outcomes

How Limited Choices Impact Health Outcomes

The choices a person makes are based on the choices a person has — and not all choices are created equal.

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