What Black Adults Need to Know About Stroke Risk
Preventing and recognizing signs of the medical emergency are key
Ice-T Describes His Unique American Journey
From street hustler to rap icon to ‘Law & Order: SVU’
Lee Trevino Is Still Taking His Swings
The golf legend talks about staying in the game
Robin Roberts Faces Life's Unexpected Twists
She finds joy in the face of a life-threatening disease
Your Health
New Treatments Available for Sickle Cell Disease
They are helping people live longer, productive lives
ACA Has Led to More African Americans Getting Insurance
HHS report shows disparities in access to care
Rapid Prostate Screening Could Benefit Black Men
Technology is available to produce inexpensive tests
Work and Money
How 3 Black Inventors Got Patents — and You Could, Too
Despite obstacles, these innovators turned their ideas into profitable inventions
7 Money-Saving Tips for Family Reunions
Negotiate costs and consider a variety of incomes when planning
How to Get Certified as a Small Business
Certification can open access to government contracts and other types of support
We Thrive Together
Bisexual Activist on Losses During the AIDS Epidemic
ABilly S. Jones-Hennin on society’s changing attitudes
Entertainment
Tyler Perry Is Flying High and Enjoying the View
He says great success comes with great responsibility
Video Spotlight
First All-Black Climbing Team Takes On Everest
Mountaineer Phil Henderson led an expedition to the top of Mount Everest
Woman Restarts Career at 54 After Caring for Her Mom
AARP Foundation program gave Jacquie Johnson direction and support
Couple Reunites 42 Years After Racism Broke Them Up
Jeanne Gustavson broke up with Steve Watts in the ‘70s. Decades later, they’re getting married
Beauty and Style
Skin-Care Tips From Black Women Dermatologists
Three Black women dermatologists reveal what products they use in their daily skin-care routine
Treating Hyperpigmentation on Darker Skin Tones
Dermatologists provide tips on how to fade stubborn brown spots on skin
5 Best Foundations for Black Women 50+
Makeup brands are offering a greater range of hues for darker skin
Veteran's Voices
Older Veterans Spread Diversity Through Skydiving
Team Blackstar consists of over 270 skydivers from six countries
Unsung Hero of WWII Boosted Morale by Sorting Mail
Hilda Griggs, 98, is one of the last surviving members of the all-black, all-female 6888th postal unit
Veterans, Service Members of Color Grapple With Disparities
New military study finds racial and ethnic minorities face challenges over jobs, finances, discrimination
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