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health18 days ago•3 min saved

Hypertension Deaths Quadruple Among Young U.S. Women, Study Finds

A study to be presented at the ACC Scientific Session finds deaths from hypertensive heart disease surged fourfold among U.S. women aged 25–44 from 1999 to 2023 (roughly 29,000 deaths). Non-Hispanic Black women had the highest rates, and the South saw the highest regional death rate, with no rural–urban difference detected. Experts urge more aggressive screening and prevention, including lifestyle changes and potential antihypertensive treatment for this demographic.

via New York Post|

#black-women #disparities #health

entertainment24 days ago•13 min saved

Teyana Taylor at the Oscars: Authentic Joy Under Scrutiny

The piece argues that Teyana Taylor’s Oscar moment—celebrating and engaging openly with winners—was unfairly panned as “doing too much,” using it to question why Black women’s authentic expressions are policed in predominantly white spaces and urging readers to examine their biases while letting her celebrate in her own way.

via The Root|

#authenticity #black-women #entertainment

entertainment25 days ago•9 min saved

PTA Defends Complex Portrayal of Black Women in One Battle After Another

At the Oscars, Paul Thomas Anderson acknowledged ongoing critique of One Battle After Another’s depiction of Black women, noting that Teyana Taylor’s Perfidia is presented as a flawed, non-heroic character in a deliberately complex, generational story that ties into current events; he said the film’s approach isn’t heroic and that the discussion around race and politics remains unresolved.

via HuffPost|

#black-women #entertainment #one-battle-after-another

politics28 days ago•25 min saved

Black Women Keep the Target Boycott Alive, Even After a Public End

Despite Rev. Jamal Bryant’s announcement that the Target fast ended, Black women organizers say the boycott remains alive and leadership will decide when it ends; Target says it is not pledging new DEI commitments. Minnesota organizers and national figures like Mallory and Turner insist the movement continues, citing broken promises and ongoing economic harm to Black women.

via The 19th News|

#black-women #boycott #dei

politics1 month ago•8 min saved

Black Democrats fault Crockett's Texas Senate bid, warning of party dynamics

Black Democratic strategists and lawmakers critique Jasmine Crockett's string of campaign missteps in the Texas Senate primary, arguing a weak ground game and overreliance on social media over traditional TV advertising cost her the race, despite endorsements and name recognition. The loss raises concerns inside the party about electoral appeal for Black women and how identity politics intersect with strategy in statewide contests.

via Politico|

#black-women #campaign-strategy #democrats

business2 months ago•1 min saved

Black Women Build Support Network as Job Losses Mount

Black women have faced a sharp drop in employment over the past year and are increasingly relying on peer networks for encouragement and job leads; Nneka Obiekwe started the WhatsApp group Black Women Rising, which drew about 500 members in its first 24 hours and grew as members sought referrals and resume help.

via The New York Times|

#black-women #business #employment-decline

culture6 months ago•5 min saved

Black Women Face Stereotypes Amidst Popularity of 'One Battle After Another'

The article critiques Paul Thomas Anderson’s film for its problematic portrayal of Black women, highlighting issues of racial stereotypes, sexualization, and interracial depictions that reflect ongoing cultural stereotypes and fail to challenge them effectively.

via The Guardian|

#black-women #culture #film

health6 months ago•15 min saved

South's High Hysterectomy Rates Highlight Racial Disparities

Black women in the South face the highest rates of hysterectomies in the U.S., often due to fibroids, with disparities influenced by limited access to alternative treatments and systemic racial and socioeconomic factors. Tanika Valbrun's story highlights the importance of advocacy and awareness for less invasive options and reproductive health rights.

via AJC.com|

#black-women #fibroids #health

politics7 months ago•1 min saved

Black Women Hit Hardest by Trump’s Workforce and Economic Policies

The Trump administration's large-scale federal workforce reductions have disproportionately impacted Black employees, including Dr. Peggy Carr, the first Black woman to serve as chief statistician at the Education Department, highlighting the racial disparities in the administration's staffing policies.

via The New York Times|

#black-women #disproportionate-impact #federal-workforce

world7 months ago•1 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Fed Governor Lisa Cook Amid Political and Legal Challenges

Lisa Cook, the first Black woman on the Federal Reserve's board, has dedicated her career to studying the economic costs of discrimination, highlighting the underrepresentation of Black people and women in economics and the ongoing challenges faced by Black women in the field.

via The Economist|

#black-women #discrimination #economics

health8 months ago•7 min saved

Rising Risk of a Common Cancer Among Women, Especially Certain Groups

Uterine cancer, particularly endometrial cancer, is increasing among women, especially post-menopausal women and Black women who face higher mortality rates. Risk factors include obesity, genetic syndromes like Lynch syndrome, hormone therapy, and PCOS. Symptoms such as abnormal bleeding should prompt medical consultation, as there is no current screening test. The rise in cases is linked to hormonal influences and obesity, with Black women experiencing a disproportionate increase in incidence and mortality. Awareness of risk factors and symptoms is crucial for early detection and treatment.

via HuffPost|

#black-women #health #risk-factors

health8 months ago•2 min saved

Declining Physical Activity as a Predictor of Cardiovascular Events

A study from the CARDIA cohort found that moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity declines about 12 years before cardiovascular disease onset, with Black women showing the lowest activity levels and highest risk for low activity post-CVD, highlighting the importance of promoting lifelong physical activity especially in vulnerable groups.

via Medscape|

#black-women #cardiovascular-disease #health

sports8 months ago•18 min saved

Black Women and Indiana Fever Shine at WNBA All-Star Weekend

The article highlights the significant contributions of Black women in advancing the WNBA, including players, executives, and creatives like Nneka Ogwumike, Esther Wallace, Bethany Donaphin, Angel Reese, and A’ja Wilson, emphasizing their leadership, cultural influence, and global impact on the league's growth and visibility.

via Andscape|

#black-women #cultural-impact #international-talent

technology9 months ago•4 min saved

Viral Racist AI Videos and the Rise of Black AI Influencers on TikTok

AI-generated videos depicting Black women as 'Bigfoot' and other primates are going viral on social media, perpetuating racist stereotypes and dehumanization. These videos, created with tools like Google's Veo 3, are easily produced and widely shared, raising concerns about the reinforcement of harmful racial tropes and the challenges of regulating AI-generated content.

via WIRED|

#ai-videos #black-women #generative-ai

entertainment10 months ago•2 min saved

Tyler Perry’s ‘Straw’ Sparks Debate and Dominates Netflix Charts

Tyler Perry's Netflix drama 'Straw' starring Taraji P. Henson has sparked mixed reactions online, with some praising its powerful performances and others criticizing it for focusing on Black women's struggles, reflecting ongoing debates about representation and storytelling in Black communities.

via The Root|

#black-women #entertainment #social-media-debate