African American Wellness Project

African American Wellness Project (Formerly Black Doctors Speak)

To improve the health of the African-American community.

08/27/2026

Sending our deepest condolences to the family, loved ones, and fans of Michael Wright. 🕊️ His incredible talent and portrayal of Eddie King Jr. in The Five Heartbeats left an unforgettable mark on Black cinema.

His passing brings attention to Marchiafava-Bignami disease a rare neurological disorder where toxic or nutritional deficits cause progressive damage to the brain’s central nerve fibers. Understanding the critical role nutrition, metabolic balance, and substance management play in brain and heart health is essential for long-term prevention.

Hit Follow to stay informed, educated, and empowered on your health journey. 🩺✨

08/27/2026

Health equity requires community conversation and systemic accountability. 💬 Share your story in the comments below—let’s talk about how we can support each other. Make sure you’re following to join the movement!

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08/26/2026

Take charge of your long-term health with reliable, expert-backed information designed for our community. 🩺

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08/24/2026

You know your body better than anyone else. 🩺 Save this post for your next medical appointment and hit Follow so you never miss essential tips to protect yourself and your family.

08/23/2026

The safest families aren’t the most fearful—they are the most prepared. 📚 Don’t leave your child’s food allergy plan to chance. Follow to get trusted health checklists for the whole family!

08/22/2026

The ‘Ethnicity Pain Gap’ is Real.
Here’s How to Fight It.

08/22/2026

Early detection saves lives. 🚨 Waiting for symptoms isn’t enough when stroke risk factors double without warning. Hit Follow to stay informed on screening guidelines and health equity news.

08/21/2026

Brain health is deeply connected to heart health! 🧠❤️ Managing your blood pressure and blood sugar in midlife can delay cognitive decline by over a decade. Follow for daily health advocacy and prevention steps you can take starting today.
Follow AAWP for daily preventative health insights.

08/20/2026

Your health is your greatest asset, but navigating the healthcare system requires advocacy. 💡 Here are 3 simple steps to ensure your doctor truly hears you at your next visit:
1️⃣ Write down your top 3 symptoms before walking in.
2️⃣ Bring a trusted friend or family member to take notes.
3️⃣ Always request written copies of your lab results and medical notes.
👇🏾Drop a ‘HEALTH’ in the comments below** and we’ll DM you our free Patient Advocacy Checklist!
📌 **Save this post** for your next appointment and share it with someone you love.
📲 Follow AAWP for daily tools to bridge the healthcare gap.
HealthyLiving HealthcareRights

08/16/2026

This is the conversation I had over and over at the Health Summit and Expo at Riverside Church Harlem , and it needs to reach more of our families.

Eczema in babies and toddlers is not just a skin condition. It can be the first sign of the atopic march, the progression from eczema to food allergies to asthma. Our children are diagnosed with both eczema and asthma at higher rates, and their symptoms get dismissed too often.

If your child has eczema, don't stop at the skin. Ask your pediatrician about asthma risk and allergy testing, and keep an eye out for wheezing, nighttime coughing, or shortness of breath.

Early awareness can change the entire trajectory for your child's health.

Save this and send it to a parent you know 👇

📍 Straight from the Black Health Matters Harlem Health Festival 🤎 Brought to you by the African American Wellness Project

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