Colorectal Cancer: The Silent Killer
This month is a crucial reminder to know the symptoms, understand your risk, and schedule a screening. Small lifestyle changes, such as maintaining a healthy diet, staying active, and quitting smoking, can also reduce your risk. Join the fight by spreading awareness, encouraging loved ones to get screened, and advocating for accessible healthcare. Your health matters—take control today! Check out our latest episode on our Rooted Will Rising Advocate Podcast: Colorectal Cancer & Black Health -What You Need to Know.
Colorectal Cancer: The Silent Killer
Colorectal Cancer Screening in Adults under 50
Endometriosis Awareness Month: Shedding Light on the Silent Struggle
Endometriosis affects millions of women, yet Black women are often left out of the conversation. Medical bias, systemic disparities, and a lack of research have led to widespread misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, and unnecessary suffering. This Endometriosis Awareness Month, we are breaking the silence with a series of articles and a dedicated podcast episode to educate, empower, and advocate for Black women living with endometriosis.
What You’ll Find in This Series:
🔹 Podcast Episode: Endometriosis & the Silent Struggle: Why Black Women Are Left Out of the Conversation – A deep dive into the barriers Black women face in getting diagnosed, available treatment options, and self-advocacy strategies.
🔹 Article: Understanding Endometriosis in African American Women: A Closer Look – A refreshed and in-depth analysis of the condition, its symptoms, and why Black women are disproportionately affected.
🔹 Article 2: Breaking the Silence—Why Endometriosis is Underdiagnosed in Black Women – Examining the historical and systemic reasons why Black women are misdiagnosed and the steps we can take to demand better healthcare.
🔹 Article 3: Managing Endometriosis Naturally—Holistic Approaches for Black Women – Exploring alternative therapies, lifestyle changes, and holistic healing methods that Black women use to manage their symptoms effectively.
Why This Matters:
Black women deserve equitable healthcare and accurate diagnoses when it comes to reproductive health. This series is designed to provide knowledge, support, and actionable steps to help you confidently navigate endometriosis.
Read the full series and listen to the podcast episode now! 💜✨
Breaking the Silence—Why Endometriosis is Underdiagnosed in Black Women
Understanding Endometriosis
Managing Endometriosis Naturally—Holistic Approaches for Black Women
Sleep Apnea Awareness Series: Protecting the Rest and Health of Black Women
Sleep apnea is more than just snoring—it’s a serious, often undiagnosed condition that silently impacts the health of Black women across the country. Our Sleep Apnea Awareness Series dives deep into the root causes, health risks, and systemic barriers that prevent early diagnosis and effective treatment.
From the increased risk of heart disease and diabetes to the challenges of CPAP therapy and the overlooked dangers during pregnancy, this series highlights why Black women are more vulnerable—and what we can do about it.
Through powerful episodes, insightful articles, and culturally relevant advice, this series empowers Black women to advocate for their sleep health, get the support they need, and reclaim rest as an act of self-preservation and healing. Whether you’re living with sleep apnea, suspect you may have it, or simply want to prioritize your sleep and well-being—this series is for you.
Because restful sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a right.
Kidney Health Awareness Month
Protecting Your Kidneys from Kidney Disease
Kidney Health Diet: The Best (and Worst Foods)
Did you know that African American women are nearly 4 times more likely to develop kidney disease than white women? Yet, many don’t realize they have it until it’s too late. In this episode of Rooted Will, Rising Advocate, we break down the essential questions you should ask your doctor to protect your kidney health.
Join us as we discuss:
✅ The biggest risk factors for kidney disease in Black women
✅ The key medical tests you need to monitor your kidney function
✅ How to protect your kidneys with lifestyle changes and early screenings
✅ Which medications may be harming your kidneys Your health is in your hands—don’t wait until symptoms appear.
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