Less than five years after six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan opened a healthcare clinic to serve low-income communities in Charlotte, North Carolina, he has opened his third such facility in Wilmington, N.C. Novant Health and Michael Jordan have partnered again to open a third medical clinic in Jordan’s hometown of Wilmington. After opening two clinics in Charlotte… Continue reading Michael Jordan Opens Third Medical Clinic In Wilmington
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The 3rd Annual Strength of a Woman Summit
Co-Hosted by Comedian and Co-Host of The Breakfast Club Jess Hilarious And Award-Winning On-Air Talent, Entertainment Journalist, and Podcaster Gia Peppers NEW YORK, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Mary J. Blige, PEPSI®, Live Nation Urban and MVD Inc. announce the talent, official sponsors and exclusive experiences offered at the third annual Strength of a Woman Summit,… Continue reading The 3rd Annual Strength of a Woman Summit
Brooklyn Nets And New York Liberty Become Partners With CBD Company, Mynd Drinks
A historic collaboration was formed when a CBD (Cannabidiol) beverage company became partners with two New York sports teams. According to Marijuana Moment, the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets and the WNBA’s New York Liberty have become the first teams in their respective leagues to partner with a CBD beverage company, Mynd Drinks. The company touts itself… Continue reading Brooklyn Nets And New York Liberty Become Partners With CBD Company, Mynd Drinks
The Revolution of ‘New Blue Sun’
By Essohana Glinski If you are a Hip-Hop loyalist or Outkast fan, you might feel betrayed by the release of Andre 3000‘s New Blue Sun solo album. It has become apparent that Mr. 3000 has diverged away from what fans know of him (i.e. “Return of the G”, “Xplosion”), and into a conduit role for change… Continue reading The Revolution of ‘New Blue Sun’
LSU Safety Greg Brooks Jr. Diagnosed with Rare Brain Cancer
College football player, Greg Brooks Jr. has been diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer after having emergency surgery three weeks ago to remove a tumor in his brain. According to USA Today, Brooks, who plays the safety position for the Louisiana State University (LSU) Tigers football team has been diagnosed with medulloblastoma. The… Continue reading LSU Safety Greg Brooks Jr. Diagnosed with Rare Brain Cancer
Busta Rhymes Lost 100 Pounds After an ‘Intimate’ Act Led to Breathing Issues
As we get older, our health becomes more paramount and it seems that with most people, an incident has to take place in order to take action. In the case of Brooklyn, NY-born, Long Island-raised hip-hop recording artist, Busta Rhymes, a case of being involved in an intimate act justified his pursuit of weight loss.… Continue reading Busta Rhymes Lost 100 Pounds After an ‘Intimate’ Act Led to Breathing Issues
Martinus Evans May be Slow AF But Encourages Others to Run Marathons
Martinus Evans does not fit the characteristics or the size of someone who regularly runs marathons, but, yet, not only has he done so eight times, he actually has started a club to encourage others to do so as well. According to CBC Radio, Evans had gone to his doctor about 10 years ago and… Continue reading Martinus Evans May be Slow AF But Encourages Others to Run Marathons
Real Housewives of Potomac’s Robyn Dixon Buys GLO30 Franchise
Real Housewives of Potomac Star Buys GLO30 Franchise Bravo Reality Star Robyn Dixon Invests in Doctor-Founded Skincare Studio to Expand Franchise in Maryland Bethesda, MD – GLO30, the doctor-led, subscription-based skincare studio has completed a franchise deal with Bravo Network’s Real Housewives of Potomac star and long-time GLO30 member, Robyn Dixon, to expand the… Continue reading Real Housewives of Potomac’s Robyn Dixon Buys GLO30 Franchise
Silence the Shame to Host Virtual Mental Health Wellness Seminars in July
JULY IS BEBE MOORE CAMPBELL NATIONAL MINORITY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH, ALSO KNOWN AS BIPOC MENTAL HEALTH MONTH Atlanta, GA (June 30, 2023) – July has long been recognized as a significant month to acknowledge and explore the critical issues surrounding mental health challenges and substance use disorders within Black and marginalized racial groups. As part… Continue reading Silence the Shame to Host Virtual Mental Health Wellness Seminars in July
St. Jude Children’s Hospital Commemorates World Sick Cell Day – 6/19
St. Jude Children’s Hospital Commemorates World Sick Cell Day – 6/19 This World Sickle Cell Day, join St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® in commemorating its deep history of research and treatment of sickle cell disease. As part of these efforts, a new exhibit will be displayed on campus at the Danny Thomas/ALSAC Pavilion, showcasing… Continue reading St. Jude Children’s Hospital Commemorates World Sick Cell Day – 6/19
Fat Joe Recruits Busta Rhymes, French Montana, Rick Ross to Give ‘Power to the Patients’ for D.C. Concert
Fat Joe wants to give Power to the Patients when he enlisted Busta Rhymes, Rick Ross and French Montana to join him in a concert that will take place in Washington, D.C. According to TMZ Hip Hop, Fat Joe, who is working in partnership with the non-profit group, Power to the Patients is heading a… Continue reading Fat Joe Recruits Busta Rhymes, French Montana, Rick Ross to Give ‘Power to the Patients’ for D.C. Concert
Lamar Odom Opens 3 Odom Wellness Treatment Centers in California
After surviving several stints of battling drugs, former Los Angeles Lakers player, Lamar Odom has recently invested in three drug treatment centers that are based in Southern California. According to TMZ Sports, the reality TV star has stated that he has found his purpose by investing in several drug treatment centers. Odom has battled addiction… Continue reading Lamar Odom Opens 3 Odom Wellness Treatment Centers in California
Flo Rida To Launch Energy Drink Through New Venture, JettSet1 to Compete Against the Energy Drink Company That Awarded Him $83M
Flo Rida To Launch Energy Drink Through New Venture, JettSet1 to Compete Against the Energy Drink Company That Awarded Him $83M Flo Rida was a paid sponsor with Celsius Energy Drinks until he sued the energy drink company for not honoring the terms of the contract he signed. Earlier this year, he was awarded $82.6… Continue reading Flo Rida To Launch Energy Drink Through New Venture, JettSet1 to Compete Against the Energy Drink Company That Awarded Him $83M
Janssen Launches Health Equity Campaign in Partnership with D.L. Hughley
Janssen Launches Health Equity Campaign in Partnership with D.L. Hughley That’s My Word™ campaign issues national call to action for earlier diagnosis and treatment to address the disproportionate impact of multiple myeloma among at-risk communities HORSHAM, Pa., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson announced today the launch of That’s… Continue reading Janssen Launches Health Equity Campaign in Partnership with D.L. Hughley
Marsai Martin Reveals She Had Surgery Performed to Remove Ovarian Cyst
Marsai Martin Reveals She Had Surgery Performed to Remove Ovarian Cyst Over the weekend, Black-ish alum, Marsai Martin revealed a secret that she had been keeping regarding her health but she is back on the mend after experiencing “constant pain for 4+ years.” On an Instagram Story post, the 18-year-old entertainer posted a black and… Continue reading Marsai Martin Reveals She Had Surgery Performed to Remove Ovarian Cyst