As a woman who has triumphed over a heart attack, I’m deeply passionate about the intersection of mental health and heart health, especially during this significant month of May, dedicated to raising awareness about mental health. Surviving a heart attack was a...
As April unfolds, it’s a time for reflection, advocacy, and empowerment. April marks both National Minority Health Awareness Month and Stress Awareness Month, two vital observances that intersect deeply with my own journey as a black female heart attack...
As a black woman in America, I refuse to remain silent about the maternal health crisis that continues to claim the lives of too many mothers, especially those who look like me. This crisis is not just a statistic; it’s a reality that has shattered lives,...
February holds a special significance for me as it is a month dedicated to both heart disease awareness and celebrating Black history. It serves as a poignant reminder to prioritize heart health and recognize the invaluable contributions of the Black community...
As the clock struck midnight, I found myself contemplating the year ahead. 2024, a fresh chapter waiting to be written, and I couldn’t shake the feeling that this would be the year for self-care and amplifying women’s voices in the realm of health. This...
At 31, I had a spontaneous coronary artery dissection which caused me to have a heart attack. A widowmaker heart attack to be precise. Surviving that was the easy part compared to what I was about to encounter. Exactly two weeks prior, I had just given birth to my...
