Shanique Yates

This Black doctor just made history at Johns Hopkins University! In June 2024, Nancy Abu-Bonsrah achieved a historic feat, becoming the first Black woman to graduate from Johns Hopkins University’s neurosurgery program. She took to social media to announce the news, however, it was a close friend who noted that Dr. Abu-Bonsrah had quite literally… Continue reading Dr. Nancy Abu-Bonsrah Makes History As The First Black Woman To Graduate From Johns Hopkins University’s Neurosurgery Program

With the National Center for Health Statistics reporting that the maternal mortality rate for Black women is roughly two times the rate of their white counterparts, BirthFUND is on a mission to change the narrative. Created by award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Elaine Welteroth, the BirthFUND program has raised a total of… Continue reading Elaine Welteroth’s BirthFUND Has Reached $1.2M In Funding To Combat The Black Maternal Mortality Rate

Equinox has reportedly launched the world’s most expensive gym membership. According to NBC News, the exclusive fitness chain has kickstarted a $40,000 annual program geared toward helping people improve their overall health and longevity. In partnership with lab-test startup Function Health, Optimize by Equinox, is a personalized health program curated by the company to equip… Continue reading Equinox Has Launched A $40K Gym Membership With A Lab-Test Startup — Here’s Why

California just made a historic move, passing legislation that will offer healthcare to all undocumented immigrants. According to The Associated Press, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill on Thursday (June 30), which includes a $307.9 billion operating budget and will provide coverage to an additional 764,000 people between the ages of 26 and 49. What this… Continue reading California Becomes The First State To Provide Undocumented Immigrants With Access To Healthcare