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In The Black Death: New Lessons from Recent Research, celebrated medievalist Dorsey Armstrong shares the fascinating new story of this old pandemic—revealed by dedicated researchers working with 21st-century technologies and a knowledge of language and history that now provide input from all geographic areas of the medieval world. In seven engaging lectures, Professor Armstrong corrects explanations of the pandemic that are now known to be inaccurate and offers a more robust description of plague biology than has ever been known.

Brought to you by Penguin. Thomas Asbridge’s remarkable new book reveals the global impact of humanity’s greatest natural disaster, and the terrible human cost of this calamity. In the mid-fourteenth century, a lethal plague struck the medieval world, causing unimaginable suffering and...

In spite of the double burden of racial and gender discrimination, African-American women have developed a rich intellectual tradition that is not widely known. In Black Feminist Thought, originally published in 1990, Patricia Hill Collins set out to explore the words and ideas of Black feminist...

There is a persistent gap in life expectancy between Black people and their white counterparts in the United States. It is a direct result of structural racism within American society and has nothing to do with genetic differences. In past eras, scientific racism sought to shift the blame to the supposed physical inferiority of people of African descent. Even today, medicine labors under false beliefs derived from nineteenth-century racial thinking, harming patients who are not of European descent.

How did a deadly genetic disease help our ancestors survive the bubonic plagues of Europe? Was diabetes evolution's response to the last Ice Age? Will a visit to the tanning salon help bring down your cholesterol? Why do we age? Why are some people immune to HIV? Can your genes be turned on—or...

The ultimate skincare guide for Black women Dija Ayodele takes you through the lifetime of skin, sharing transformative essentials from how to work out your skin type to the dos and don’ts for your everyday routine. She explains the best ingredients for your skin and your budget, and the...

Black Health Unfiltered is a bold, necessary, and truth-centered podcast hosted by NY Times bestselling author and TV personality, Dr. Ian Smith, dedicated to addressing the health issues that disproportionately impact Black communities—without watering it down, avoiding hard conversations, or reinforcing stigma, this podcast tells the truth. Each episode breaks down a condition or conditions that are most common, most deadly, and most misunderstood in Black America, from heart disease and diabetes to mental health, medical bias, skin issues, weight loss, and preventive care. Dr. Ian ...

Jeanette Lee was 18 years old when she walked into a New York City pool hall and became enamored by the elegant geometry of the game. Before long, she was an unmistakable figure on the international competition circuit, dressed head-to-toe in black, stalking the billiards table, and gazing down her cue as if tracking her prey. In this new memoir, the woman nicknamed “The Black Widow” opens up about her legendary career and the rich, unpredictable life she’s woven around it.

Hosted by Dr. Val Civelli, White Coat Black Sheep explores physiology, functional medicine, and the medical questions most people are told not to ask. This is where evidence meets curiosity, where dogma gets uncomfortable, and where real world medicine takes priority over headlines. From understanding your lab work to debunking hormone myths, medication misconceptions, and optimization strategies, this podcast helps you understand what is actually happening inside your body. If you care about health and think there might be a better way to practice medicine, you’re in the right place.

For Chinese immigrant Wong Chut King, surviving in San Francisco meant a life in the shadows. His passing on March 6, 1900, would have been unremarkable if a city health officer hadn't noticed a swollen black lymph node on his groin - a sign of bubonic plague. Empowered by racist pseudoscience, officials rushed to quarantine Chinatown while doctors examined Wong's tissue for telltale bacteria. If the devastating disease was not contained, San Francisco would become the American epicenter of an outbreak that had already claimed 10 million lives worldwide.  

Black LGBT Health in the United States: The Intersection of Race, Gender, and Sexual Orientation focuses on the mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of health and considers both risk and resiliency factors for the Black LGBT population. Contributors to this collection intimately understand the associations between health and intersectional anti-Black racism, heterosexism, homonegativity, biphobia, transphobia, and social class.

Welcome to Red Black and Vegan! We are dedicated to promoting and supporting African American Vegan and Plant Based businesses and restaurants across the nation. Our mission is to create a platform that celebrates the diversity and richness of the Black vegan community, and to provide a space for connection and empowerment.

The fully revised, expanded and updated edition of Bev Aisbett's bestselling guide to overcoming depression, Taming the Black Dog First published in 2000, Bev Aisbett's classic, simple and easy-to-follow guide to overcoming depression Taming the Black Dog has sold over 220,000 copies and helped...

Join Dr. Bukhosi Dube and Ambush as they discuss issues surrounding the current pandemic, vaccines and distribution, dispel myths, provide facts, and address concerns. We’ll also be providing updates about COVID-19 vaccines and discuss how we can build a better culture around Black health. Artwork: Alexander Wright Music: Ceaz

Two former Green Berets tell you about their experiences and the healing paths they have taken in order to survive in the post Global War on Terror (GWOT) world. With a combined total of 17 combat deployments between the two of them in both Iraq and Afghanistan you will hear about how both Jim, Bobby and their families have endured significant physical and invisible wounds left by the fog of war.

Dive into the groundbreaking advancements and scientific principles that have led to the development of Black Cialis pills, reflecting on their significance in the evolution of personalized healthcare.

BLA.C.K. Medicine is a health podcast for Indigenous peoples by Indigenous peoples, hosted by Dr Mikayla Couch. We talk about a broad range of health topics relevant to Indigenous Australians including medicines, common issues we face, closing the gap, awesome new initiatives, and how you can improve your own health. The C in BLA.C.K. stands for colonisation and its ongoing impact on Indigenous health. Dr Mikayla Couch is a Bundjalung woman from Tweed Heads and a gynaecology and obstetrics registrar. She interviews First Nations doctors and health care professionals to pick their brains on ...

Headlined by Dr. Michael LeNoir, The Black Doctors Speak Podcast will focus on the healthcare issues that affect our community, while providing special guest commentary and action steps to help us heal.

Explore the role of Generic Cialis Black and its active ingredient, tadalafil, in supporting men's vascular health in our latest podcast episode. We delve into how this medication aids in improving blood circulation, its potential side effects, and the importance of consulting with healthcare providers for personalized use. Join us as we also discuss the holistic approach to vascular health, combining medication with lifestyle changes for optimal well-being.

The Black Box Warning name came from a friend in medical school who described the application process as a black box: something goes in, & something comes out, but no one knows what goes on inside. TBBW aims to change that by delving into the common questions & pitfalls associated with the medical school application process. With the complicated process driving applicants a little crazy, this podcast centered on medical students and knowledgeable guests should provide you a little bit of insight into why the application process needs a black box warning.The Black Box Warning: Navigating the ...