Wellness

13 Things Doctors Never Do When It’s Hot Outside Summers have been getting hotter across much of the U.S., and heatwaves are becoming more frequent — and more dangerous. In fact, 2023 saw the highest number of heat-related deaths in U.S. history. As we brace for another summer of record highs, medical professionals are warning: […]

What To Do When the Heat Index Is High When the heat index climbs, it’s not just uncomfortable—it’s dangerous. A high heat index is typically considered anything over 90°F, but it becomes dangerous once it climbs above 103°F. Here’s a quick breakdown: The heat index combines air temperature and humidity to reflect how hot it […]

There's a real difference between someone who talks about mental health online and someone who is actually trained, licensed, and qualified to provide mental health care.

Erica Campbell and trainer Dawn Strozier explain how structured, progressive workouts and more protein turn “random gym days” into real results.

Preparing Your Body And Your Future In this “Faith Walk” on Get Up! Mornings With Erica Campbell, Erica talks about getting ready for her wedding and, more importantly, for her future. She shares that she is training and working out because she wants the body she has now to still serve her well at 70. […]

The rise of ethnic rhinoplasty among Black women reflects more accessibility and growing social acceptance toward artificial aesthetic enhancement. But how does it impact our notions of beauty, identity, and ancestry? The post ‘Michael’ Reignites The Complexity Of The Black Nose — Why Black Women Are Still Under The Knife Of Eurocentric Beauty Standards [Op-Ed] appeared first on MadameNoire.

Kinyette Newman's personal health journey inspires her historic bid for the Ms. Health & Fitness HERS cover to raise cancer research funds.

Veterans Day is more than a time to say “thank you.” Learn five practical ways to support the mental health of veterans facing PTSD, depression, anxiety, and traumatic brain injury.

Learn how to recognize and manage Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) this winter with practical tips on light exposure, exercise, routine, and mental health support.

When life feels heavy, journaling has always been a soft place for me to land. It’s been one of my most consistent tools during times of transition, grief, burnout, and uncertainty, probably since my early 20s. Putting your thoughts on paper and giving shape to emotions can be deeply therapeutic. And while journaling doesn’t solve everything, it can create space for clarity and healing.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) typically impacts people during the winter months. However, studies show that seasonal depression isn’t limited to just one time of the year. While it’s less common, summertime seasonal depression is very real and thankfully, there are effective ways to ward off summertime SAD and look forward to brighter days ahead. 

The “Anxiety” singer has created an online safe space for her fans with anxiety, depression, and other mental health struggles.