As founder of the African American Wellness Project (AAWP), I have dedicated my career to improving health outcomes for our community and confronting the disparities we face.

Source: The Washington Informer We’re in a difficult position in this country. It appears that many of our citizens think that the COVID-19 pandemic is over. We

Maternal mortality is only one facet of a larger issue around Black people receiving quality healthcare in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease

The AAWP is proud to play a role in helping launch the Digital Health for Equitable Health (#DHEH) Alliance. This is a milestone for the

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: African American Wellness Project Acknowledges Mental Health Awareness Month Continues to Urge for Mental Health Awareness Efforts and Supporting  the Black Community

MAGNA Equity Session: Health & Wellness with AAWP Executive Director, Monique LeNoir-Pittman. CLICK HERE to watch.

Policy Change Required to Ensure Equitable Treatment for Sickle Cell Patients by Michael A. LeNoir, M.D. As founder of the African American Wellness Project (AAWP), I have

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: African American Wellness Project (AAWP) Partners with Alameda County to Increase Vaccination Rates Among Alameda County Residents Focus on education, awareness and activation

Oakland, California (December 15, 2021) — Last week the Surgeon General warned of a devasting mental health crisis among youth tied to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Healthwise, Incorporated October 28, 2021 Focus on prevention and information can lead to healthier lives and reduce health disparities BOISE, Idaho, Oct. 28, 2021 (GLOBE

Ciara launches ‘Cerving Confidence’ cervical cancer screenings campaign for Black women’s health The Grammy award-winning singer is partnering with The Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI)

Black NFL players call for end of algorithm that assumes Black men have lower cognitive abilities The NFL’s methodology has made it harder for Black former

Finally the CDC is acknowledging racism for what it is — a serious threat to public health! Agency head Dr. Rochelle Walensky says it will

By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter . Compared with white patients, Black adults are at a distinct disadvantage when it comes to hospital safety in the

Once Black Americans reach age 40, their blood pressure often begins a rapid climb, putting them at significantly higher risk of stroke than their white

Black and Hispanic patients were also less likely to use diabetes technology, the study found. Black and Hispanic people with COVID-19 and Type 1 diabetes are more

Anthony Fauci has praised the work of Kizzmekia Corbett, an African American scientist who the leading US public health expert said was “at the forefront”

It’s a balancing act …   Leesha E.C., MD, MPH Critically acclaimed author, feminist, and civil rights activist Audre Lorde boldly stated, “Caring for myself

How community health centers are serving Oakland through the crisis A ‘virtual roundtable’ with public-health experts from La Clínica de la Raza, the African American

Lupus. Multiple sclerosis. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Sjogren’s syndrome. Rheumatoid arthritis. Autoimmune hepatitis. Celiac disease. Crohn’s disease. Juvenile-onset diabetes. Most people are surprised to learn that these

There are a few common health issues that almost every person will experience in her lifetime. Burning during urination, changes in vaginal discharge for women

VNR1 Communications Partners with The African American Wellness for First of its Kind PSA Campaign to Combat Health Disparities in the African American Community Dallas,

The Supreme Court will decide whether Obamacare is constitutional. Here’s what would change if it’s repealed. The US Supreme Court on Tuesday heard arguments regarding

  From eating smaller, more frequent meals to moving like a kid, these tips will help you lead a healthier lifestyle. Before bidding the twenty-tens

From the coronavirus pandemic continuing to have a disproportionate impact on people of color to the past week’s events—which saw the senseless killing of George

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness A personal account of an African American mom who was transformed after experiencing a traumatic perinatal loss By: Dr. Chanda

The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) challenges Americans to show their support for men affected by prostate cancer by taking a simple challenge to eat 30

Pollution linked to first time asthma in children, study says — The more children are exposed to pollution, the greater the risk they will develop