Health

Kei-Touch interviewed Dr. Cheryl Baptiste, Owner, Friendship Dentistry. They discussed the link between oral health and total body. Dr. Baptiste explained the importance of basic dental health such as flossing, brushing, and regular cleanings. They also discussed some new technology in dentistry.

Beyond discussing the stark disparity in maternal mortality between Black and white women, there is an opportunity to explore alternatives in medical care and bridge the gap in care.

African American mothers are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women.

Led by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Black Maternal Health Week is celebrated April 11-17. It falls within April, which is also National Minority Health Month.  

A study conducted by the American Academy of Dermatology found that Alopecia areata is more common among African Americans.

LeBron James is cooking up major business moves with his investment in Kittch, a content platform for foodies and chefs alike.

It is World Teen Mental Wellness Day, recognizing the importance of normalizing and dismantling stigmas around teen mental health issues. Read 10 self-care tips to stay sane through the madness inside.

Even though a pair of former Norfolk State University roommates hadn't seen each other in 21 years, their brotherhood proved to stand the test of time after one provided a part of his liver to the other during a rare transplant surgery.

He's citing the improving COVID-19 metrics as his reason for his request. 

The Harm Reduction Program Grant supports community-based programs geared toward overdose prevention, syringe services programs, and other harm reduction services.