by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman

April 3, 2025

Savannah State University’s New President, Dr. Jermaine Whirl, Gets The Ultimate Welcome From Students

Dr. Jermaine Whirl previously led Augusta Technical College, and held numerous administrative and faculty roles at other public institutions.

Savannah State University has welcomed its new president, Dr. Jermaine Whirl, to lead the HBCU.

On April 1, Dr. Whirl officially began his tenure at Georgia’s oldest public historically Black university. Prior to his appointment, Whirl served as president of Augusta Technical College (ATC) since 2020. He will bring over two decades of experience as an administrative leader and faculty member at multiple public institutions.

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“I am looking forward to returning to the beautiful city of Savannah and helping to shape the next generation of leaders in our area and region,” Whirl said in a statement on the school’s website. “Working with our alumni and community partners, I think we can take an SSU education to the next level and provide more opportunities for the Tiger nation.”

His previous experience also extends to roles at South Carolina’s Greenville Technical College (GTC), Georgia’s Savannah Technical College (STC), Georgia Southern University (GSU), and East Georgia State University (EGSU).

His plans for SSU include making it a doctoral-degree-granting institution. Moreover, he aims to make SSU a “primary driver” of economic development and “increased social mobility” for the greater Savannah region.

His ambitions also range from making SSU the “anchor institution” of Savannah by fostering new partnerships across many sectors to achieving a placement in the U.S. News & World Report’s Top 25 HBCU list by 2035.

He reportedly reigns as the youngest president in HBCU history at 39 years old. The school community celebrated his new start with a serenade, made popular by The Jennifer Hudson Show, at a campus building.

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Whirl replaces SSU’s interim president, President Cynthia Robinson Alexander, JD. Robinson Alexander expressed her well wishes to Whirl ahead of the leadership transition.

“As interim president for the last 21 months, I have had the opportunity to implement many changes that I think will lay a firm foundation for Dr. Whirl’s ambitious goals,” said Robinson Alexander. “Although I am sad to leave the SSU community, I am encouraged that I am leaving it in good hands.”

During his tenure at ATC, Whirl oversaw a 20.3% increase in headcount within three academic years starting in 2021. He additionally fostered education partnerships with neighboring universities, the city of Augusta, and Amazon.

His years-long achievement resulted in numerous awards, including the Leadership Award from the Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce. With a master’s degree in adult education and community leadership from Armstrong State University (now GSU) and an Ed.D. in organizational leadership from Valdosta State University, he brings abundant knowledge and expertise to launch a new era at SSU.

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by Jeroslyn JoVonn

April 3, 2025

New York Black-Jewish Coalition Calls For Anti-Masking Legislation With New Ad Campaign

A coalition of Black and Jewish advocacy groups is calling for legislation to increase penalties for crimes committed while wearing a mask.

UnMaskHateNY, a coalition of Black and Jewish advocacy groups, has launched an ad campaign advocating for New York State legislation that would impose additional penalties on crimes committed by masked offenders.

The ad campaign seeks to counter “misinformation” about the legislation, which some have mistaken for a “mask ban,” Times of Israel reports. The bill would not prohibit masks, but would increase penalties for crimes committed while wearing one.

“With all the confusion in the debate about regulating the conduct of people wearing masks, we thought it would be helpful to set the record straight,” the ad says. “People can wear masks to their heart’s content, but they can’t wear masks and engage in intimidating, harassing or threatening activity.”

Titled “Fine, Not Fine,” the 30-second ad features images distinguishing acceptable mask use — such as for sports, medical reasons, or religious purposes — from unacceptable use, like concealing one’s identity during violent protests or vandalism. The commercial will air this week on cable TV and digital platforms.

“The text only prohibits the wearing of a mask in situations in which they’re used to hide the identity of a person engaging in intimidating, threatening, or harassing activity. Nothing less, nothing more,” the ad says.

The campaign aligns with New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s efforts to pass the legislation as part of the state budget. The bill seeks to create the offense of “masked harassment,” increasing penalties for crimes committed while wearing a mask “with the primary purpose of menacing or threatening violence” or “causing a person or group to reasonably fear for their physical safety.”

The New York branch of the American Civil Liberties Union called the legislation a “mask ban” and warned that it could “open the floodgates to disproportionate enforcement.” If passed, the masked harassment law would operate similarly to hate crime legislation, which enhances penalties for offenses motivated by discrimination.

Wearing a mask without engaging in criminal activity would not be impacted. New York had anti-masking laws for over a century until they were repealed in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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April 3, 2025

Cory Booker Made History With A 25-Hour Speech But His Background In Politics And Public Advocacy Is 26 Years Long

Booker began his political career at 29 years of age.

Written By Candace McDuffie

April 1, Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) made history by having the longest Senate speech in history by holding the upper chamber’s floor for over 25 hours. This was no April Fool’s Day prank. As he poignantly criticized President Donald Trump’s second White House term and the Republican Party’s tentative spending cuts, Booker beat out segregationist and former South Carolina Sen. Strom Thurmond’s record when he spoke for 24 hours and 18 minutes in an effort to block the Civil Rights Act back in 1957.

“These are not normal times in our nation,” he said as he began his speech Monday night. “And they should not be treated as such in the United States Senate. The threats to the American people and American democracy are grave and urgent, and we all must do more to stand against them.”

Booker’s marathon speech was highlighted by the fact that he didn’t drink water or eat food throughout its entirety. The 55-year-old politician credited his athletic past as a former high school football player as the reason for his resilience. He also stated that prayer and faith played a role in pulling off his viral stunt.

“I just really lean on faith that we can get through this and I’m just so grateful for my colleagues who really covered me in prayer,” Booker told reporters according to The Hill. Besides galvanizing the left with a fervent anti-Trump speech, his career has been an impressive one steeped in authenticity, resolve, and advocacy for people.

Booker’s Modest Beginnings

Booker was born in Washington, D.C. before moving to northern New Jersey when he was a young boy. He has regularly spoken about the racism he experienced, growing up in a predominantly white neighborhood. His parents, Cary Alfred and Carolyn Rose Booker, were not just civil rights activists — they were also two of the first Black executives at IBM. He attended Stanford University and received a bachelor’s degree in political science as well as a master’s degree in sociology.

When Booker wasn’t playing varsity football, he also was in charge of a student-run crisis hotline. He went on to attend Yale Law School and operated free legal clinics for low-income residents in Connecticut. He was involved in the National Black Law Students Association and the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. Booker obtained his juris doctor in 1997.

A Bright Political Future

Booker began his political career at 29 years of age. He returned to New Jersey after finishing his education and took an interest in local politics. In 1998, he defeated four-term Newark City Council incumbent George Branch. To draw attention to the city’s drug and crime problems, Booker went on a 10-day hunger strike and resided in a tent close to drug-dealing areas.

He later ran for the mayoral seat against Sharpe James, who questioned Booker’s Blackness during his campaign. Booker lost the election and finished his council term in 2002. However, he devoted his time to starting nonprofit organizations that equipped Newark residents with community resources and services. The Democrat would run again for mayor in 2006 — and win.

Powerful Two-Term Mayoral Tenure

When Booker became Newark mayor, he was the third consecutive Black person to govern the city since 1970. The politician zeroed in on city reform, which included an overhaul of the police department and Newark’s structural financial deficit. Booker patrolled city streets to bring down crime, shovelled out driveways for elderly residents and worked tirelessly on gun control measures.

In 2012, he saved a woman from a house fire and wound up suffering second-degree burns on his hands as well as smoke inhalation. Not only did the Toronto Sun dub Booker “super-mayor,” but he appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, received a $100 million donation from Mark Zuckerberg for the city’s education fund and gave a speech at the Democratic National Convention.

When a special election was held to fill Frank Lautenberg’s Senate seat after his death, Booker easily won the race.

New Jersey’s First Black Senator

When Booker was sworn into the Senate in 2013, he became the first Black person elected since former President Barack Obama in 2004. He also became New Jersey’s first Black senator. One year later, he was re-elected for a full six-year term. During this stint, he was a vocal proponent of same-sex marriage, an increase in the federal minimum wage, and higher taxes for the wealthy.

Booker also co-sponsored legislation that worked to reform the criminal justice system, and the bill was ultimately signed into law in 2018. He also introduced a bill to study the impact of slavery on generations of Black people and possible reparations for descendants of slaves.

Booker’s Ambitious 2020 Presidential Bid

On Feb. 1, 2019, the first day of Black History Month, Booker made an email announcement to his supporters that he was running for president in 2020.

“The history of our nation is defined by collective action; by interwoven destinies of slaves and abolitionists; of those born here and those who chose America as home; of those who took up arms to defend our country, and those who lined arms to challenge and change it,” he explained in a video.

Even though he was a notable public figure, Booker could not garner the momentum he needed as the campaign season advanced. Instead, polls displayed promise for his Democratic competitors including former President Joe Biden. Booker later failed to qualify for the sixth Democratic debate. In 2020, he revealed that he was suspending his presidential campaign.

Serial Entrepreneur Briana Kelly Celebrates Grand Opening Of The Beautiful Medical Spa

by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors

April 3, 2025

Serial Entrepreneur Briana Kelly Celebrates Grand Opening Of The Beautiful Medical Spa

B Beautiful Medical Spa aims to make luxury an empowering experience for all clients.

Seasoned nurse and entrepreneur Briana Kelly has expanded her professional ambitions with a medical spa that had its grand opening on March 30.

B Beautiful Medical Spa, located in the Chamblee, Georgia about 15 miles from Atlanta, hopes to provide patients with a luxurious, relaxing experience as they pursue wellness treatments. B Beautiful aims to become a new standard of self-care.

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B Beautiful offers multiple services for skin enhancements to help one achieve their physical goals. For facial rejuvenation, Kelly’s services include botox treatment, dermal fillers and collagen boosts. These facial treatments also range from VI Chemical Peels to microneedling. However, those just wanting a boost in their skincare regimen can also take part. B Beautiful has a host of facials with LED therapy and microdermabrasion to reveal one’s best face yet.

It’s also no secret that weight loss treatments are a popular resource for those struggling to shed pounds. Kelly’s clientele also receives consultation for Semaglutide injections. The injections benefit patients by helping with appetite control while regulating one’s metabolism.

Kelly has years of experience serving clients at her Quality of Life Home Healthcare Agency in Philadelphia. Now, her new team of licensed experts can empower women to feel confident and beautiful in their skin.

“When guests come to the spa, I want them to feel completely relaxed and immersed in an unforgettable experience, especially for those who have never had a wellness spa experience before,” said Kelly in a press release. “From the moment they walk in and take in the soothing atmosphere to the moment they leave with visible results, I want this to be a one-of-a-kind experience that they’ll never forget. Everyone deserves to be pampered and leave feeling confident and beautiful.”

Kelly shared her excitement with BLACK ENTERPRISE, and gave praise to her staff and support team for “playing a part” in the final result and helping her accomplish the spas opening. The Beautiful Medical Spa offers “all aesthetic treatments,” Kelly told BE, including “beauty enhancement services, facials, chemical peels, microderma abrasion, microneedling.”

Producer Princess Banton-Lofters is one of Kelly’s supporters along with Quiana Watson and Jazzy McBee. Banton-Lofters, known for conceptualizing The Real Housewives of Atlanta among others projects, shared a word of wisdom with BE for Black female entrepreneurs, navigating the current anti-DEI climate and lack of funding extended to women:

Those who attended her grand opening witnessed her VIP medical spa with free botox treatment, prizes, and more to celebrate the business’ launch. Now, new patrons can indulge in B Beautiful’s elegant approach to helping people gain long-lasting skin radiance.

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by Jeroslyn JoVonn

April 3, 2025

Chadwick Boseman Honored By His Old School District With Fine Arts Center Named In His Honor

Chadwick Boseman’s former school district honored the late actor by unveiling a bust and renaming its fine arts center in his name.

Chadwick Boseman’s family and friends were in attendance to see the late actor honored by his old school district in Anderson County, South Carolina.

On March 28, Anderson School District 5 held a dedication ceremony unveiling a bust of Boseman and officially renaming the Southwood Academy of the Arts Fine Arts Center as the Chadwick Boseman Fine Arts Center, Fox Carolina reports. Boseman’s parents attended the ceremony alongside James Brown’s daughter, honoring the connection between the late actor and the music legend he portrayed in the 2014 biopic Get On Up.

Together, they unveiled a bust of Boseman at the center.

Chadwick Boseman’s parents arrive at the Anderson fine arts center now named in his honor.

They’re greeted by friends & family, including James Brown’s daughter.

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The dedication comes a year after the Board of Trustees passed a resolution in March 2024 to rename the fine arts center. Boseman was a former district student, attending McCants Middle School before graduating from T.L. Hanna High School in 1995.

“We wanted to ensure that his legacy is not forgotten,” Harold Kay, Anderson School District Five Board of Trustees Chairman, told Greenville Online. “This renaming inspires young people. It doesn’t matter where you come from or what your background is. If you apply yourself, you can accomplish great things.”

The Black Panther star passed away in 2020 following a four-year battle with colon cancer. The school district collaborated closely with Boseman’s family throughout the process to ensure his legacy was honored in a way that reflected their wishes. The bust was inspired by a photo provided by Boseman’s family, which portrays him as he appeared while receiving his honorary doctorate from Howard University in 2018.

Boseman earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in directing from Howard University in 2000. In 2018, he returned to his alma mater to receive an honorary doctorate. Three years later, in 2021, Howard University announced that its newly re-established College of Fine Arts would be named the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts in his honor.

by Kandiss Edwards

April 3, 2025

Americans Are Spending Less and Budgeting Due To Economic Uncertainty

Looming tariffs are causing consumers to carefully weigh spending.

Consumers are growing increasingly cautious about their spending due to the Trump administration’s proposed tariffs.

This trend signals broader economic concerns, The Washington Post reported. Economists warn that this shift is affecting Americans across all income levels, including the wealthiest, which could signal early economic turbulence. A slowdown in consumer spending is expected to weigh on economic growth in the first quarter, with many economists now predicting a contraction after a prolonged period of expansion.

Lydia Boussour, an economist at EY-Parthenon, attributed some of the change to external factors, such as the Trump administration’s proposed tariffs.

“We are seeing clear signs that people are being more careful — they’re reluctant to spend on nonessential expenses. They’re worried about inflation and have preemptive anxiety around tariffs,” Boussour said.

In Austin, small business owner and plastic surgeon Johnny Franco has noticed more clients opting for less invasive procedures.

“There’s only so much money to go around for our patients,” Franco told The Washington Post. “A lot of them are breaking up their surgeries. They’re able to save a decent amount of money while still feeling like they’re making progress.”

This trend reflects a larger shift in consumer spending, with individuals seeking more cost-effective ways to fulfill their wants and needs.

However, CNN reported that the nation’s younger generation faces different challenges. Younger homeowners are no longer able to choose between necessities and luxuries, according to Wells Fargo economist Sharon Grein. Lower-income groups are struggling in the 2025 economy, leading to higher mortgage delinquencies.

“We see that lower-income and younger borrowers are driving those delinquency rates higher — they’ve maxed out,” Grein said.

This financial strain is also impacting small business owners. Victor Yarbrough, co-owner of the first Black-owned bourbon distillery in Kentucky, shared his perspective with CNN. Although his products are well-priced compared to other spirits, he remains aware that he does not provide an essential product.

“We’re very competitively priced, but the reality is, if people don’t have jobs, then they can’t spend,” Yarbrough said. “We’re not a necessity. We’re not [selling] eggs and milk.”

Yarbrough, who co-owns Brough Brothers Distillery, has also witnessed the economic toll on his community. The already-economically depressed area has become even more financially strained, a shift he sees reflected in the increasing number of people visiting a local food pantry.

“There’s a church that has food drives; we’ve seen a lot more people carrying food baskets away each time,” he said. “That’s telling me that for a lot of people — even in an economically depressed area — things are getting worse.”

The ongoing financial struggles serve as a reminder of the delicate balance between consumer confidence and economic health. Only time will tell how much worse the situation will get.

by Stacy Jackson

April 3, 2025

Halle Berry Says The Oscar Was Not Designed For Black Women In New Documentary

In the documentary, Halle Berry questions her 2002 Oscar win: Did it really change anything for women of color? For my sisters...our journey?”

As the only Black woman to have won an Oscar for Leading Actress, Halle Berry urges Black actresses to stop coveting the Academy Awards in the recently released documentary, “Number One on the Call Sheet.”

“The system is not really designed for us, and so we have to stop coveting that which is not for us,” the Catwoman actress says, according to The Guardian. As Berry speaks in Part Two of the two-part documentary film event, which also features award-winning actresses Taraji P. Henson and Whoopi Goldberg, she reminds people that art is fundamentally for touching the lives of other people. It’s been over two decades since Berry won her Oscar in 2002, but she says that years later, the win has forced her to question, “Did it really matter? Did it really change anything for women of color? For my sisters? For our journey?”

Of 15 Black women who have been up for a Leading Actress Oscar, only two have been nominated more than once for the award—Cynthia Erivo for “Wicked” and Viola Davis for “Harriet.” In “Number One on the Call Sheet,” Berry points out her hopes in 2021 that nominees Andra Day and Viola Davis would take home an Oscar. “I felt 100% sure that this was the year one of them was gonna walk away with this award,” she says. “For equally different and beautiful reasons, they both deserved it, and I thought for sure.”

Goldberg, who was awarded the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in 1990 for “Ghost,” also questions the Academy’s choices for leading actress winners. “Wait a minute, none of us were good enough?” she asks. “Nobody? In all of these people, nobody? … What are we missing here? This is a conversation people have every year.” Henson believes the industry fails to see Black women as leads. “They give us supporting [actress awards] like they give out candy canes,” the “Think Like A Man” star says in the documentary. “That just –- I don’t know what to do with that.”

Tune into the voices of groundbreaking Black stars as they share their experiences in Hollywood, from landing life-changing roles to facing some of the lowest moments of their careers.

Part two of “Number One on the Call Sheet: Black Leading Women in Hollywood” is available to stream on Apple TV+. The film was released on March 29, following Part One, “Black Leading Men in Hollywood,” which was released for streaming on March 28.

by Jeroslyn JoVonn

April 3, 2025

Will ‘Trill Burgers’ Hit An HBCU Campus? Bun B Wants It To Go Down

Bun B has yet to open a Trill Burgers location at a historically Black college or university (HBCU), but he would love the opportunity to do so.

The UGK rap legend was recently asked about Trill Burgers’ partnership with the University of Houston. While it’s not Texas Southern University—the HBCU in his hometown—Bun B (real name Bernard Freeman) is open to expanding into HBCU territory. The challenge lies in the lack of funding to support growing businesses like Trill Burgers.

“This is a very storied university. It’s a larger university,” Bun B told Sports Illustrated’s HBCU Legends. “They have a great booster system. A lot of HBCUs don’t have that kind of funding available, but it’s something that we would love to afford to any historically Black college university in this country, not just those in close proximity.”

“As we grow this brand, we are looking for newer ways to expand this company and connect with the community,” Bun B added. “And we are known as a cultural brand. So, we have no problem bringing our culture into spaces where we don’t have to compromise it. And an HBCU, you would be the perfect platform for that.”

Founded in 2021, Trill Burgers has rapidly gained recognition for its signature smashburger, which features two all-beef smashed patties, caramelized onions, pickles, and the patented Trill Sauce on a potato roll bun. Since its debut, the brand has earned national acclaim, winning Good Morning America’s title of Best Burger in America in 2022 and becoming a fan favorite at major music festivals like Coachella, Rolling Loud, Something in the Water, and Rock the Bells.

Other accolades under Trill Burgers’ belt include the prestigious Gold Buckle Foodie Award for Best Classic Fair Food at the 2023 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, where, under the leadership of chef partners Mike Pham and Fernando Valladares, it served over 41,000 burgers in just 20 days—thanks to overwhelming support from its hometown. Beyond its culinary success, Trill Burgers is committed to giving back and supporting local charities such as Chris Shepherd’s Southern Smoke Foundation and Second Servings of Houston.

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April 3, 2025

Mercedes-Benz Requesting Return Of Vehicle Shilo Sanders Has Purportedly Defaulted Payments On

The University of Colorado Boulder football player allegedly owes more than $97,239

Several months before filing for bankruptcy, Shilo Sanders agreed to make payments on a 2023 Mercedes-Benz, and due to nonpayment of the monthly agreement, the car company is requesting that the football player return the car to them.

According to USA Today, the University of Colorado Boulder football player who has placed his name in the upcoming NFL Draft allegedly owes more than $97,239 to the company that the car belongs to. Mercedes-Benz Financial Services states that he has not made any payments from December through February. They are requesting that Sanders provide the location of the car so they can retrieve it.

Sanders filed for bankruptcy in October 2023 after he was sued and, after not appearing in court, ordered to pay a default judgment of $11.89 million to a security guard who accused the football player of assaulting him in 2015. The Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing has made an automatic stay or hold on collection efforts against him. Yet, Mercedes-Benz Financial Services wants its money, citing that the car is losing value.

“The motor vehicle is depreciating in value, the contract is in default, and the movant (Mercedes Benz Financial Services) is being prevented by the automatic stay from exercising its remedies to repossess and liquidate its collateral, the motor vehicle,” said attorney Doug Koktavy, who is representing the creditor.

Even after Sanders signed the agreement for the vehicle, he continued to make payments until recently.

In March, a judge issued a limited protective order in favor of Shilo that states “designated discovery material may not be used for any other purpose” than for the merits of the ongoing case against him. Shilo’s attorney asked for the protective order asking that discovery evidence, including NIL (name, image, and likeness) business dealings, be kept from being disseminated so it wouldn’t end up on social media. According to the attorney, the information drawn could become part of a “smear campaign ” that could be used against him and affect future earnings for the football player after his bankruptcy ruling.

The prospective NFL player filed for bankruptcy protection after he allegedly assaulted a school security guard, John Darjean, when he was a 15-year-old high school student in 2015. According to Darjean, when he tried to take away Sanders’ mobile phone after being asked to do so by school officials, Sanders assaulted him, leading to permanent injuries. Darjean was awarded a default judgment of $11.89 million after Sanders failed to appear in court in 2022.

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by Stacy Jackson

April 3, 2025

Atlanta OB-GYN Dr. Sharon Harley Helps Women Prepare For Menopause

According to research, Black women are more likely to have an early onset of menopause and experience symptoms longer during this stage.

Atlanta OB-GYN Dr. Sharon Harley, who focuses her practice on women who are undergoing menopause, is helping those like 63-year-old Sharon Humphries, who said she was unprepared to navigate this stage of her life.

According to the National Institute on Aging, menopause is “the stage of a woman’s life when her menstrual periods stop permanently, and she can no longer get pregnant.” This stage is a normal part of aging, and although the average age of menopause is 52 in the United States, women can reach it at different ages. When Humphries shared her story with WSBTV, she explained that she reached early onset menopause following a hysterectomy in her 40s. She underwent a surgical procedure to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer and had both ovaries removed. “I tell people I suffer with depression, but when I think about it — it was really during this menopause.”

Research reports that Black women are more likely to have an early onset of menopause. Dr. Harley told the outlet that the stage is usually due to a decline in female hormones. “With the loss of hormones, the data is showing that women, when they transition into menopause, they’re actually at a higher risk for cardiac events,” Harley said. Changes in the hormones have been linked to some of the symptoms women experience during this stage, like hot flashes, night sweats, heart palpitations, sleepless nights, and brain fog. The National Institute on Aging notes that Black women experience menopausal symptoms at higher rates and for longer periods compared to their white counterparts, and symptoms can last up to around eight years. During this time, women may also experience changes in body weight and shape, bone density, heart health, or physical function.

Humphries’ symptoms returned at age 63. “This past month alone, just depressed… no energy,” the Metro Atlanta woman said. “Well, the libido has been gone.” She hopes her story encourages other women to seek education early on so they feel ready when it’s their turn.

The Harley Institute states that its founder, Dr. Harley, is trained in anti-aging and natural and regenerative medicine. With over three decades in private practice, she has covered areas like hysterectomy alternatives, bioequivalent hormone replacement therapy, allergy testing, nutritional supplements, fibromyalgia treatment, stress-related diseases, preventive health, peri-menopause, and andropausal, or male menopause, medicine. The National Consumers Research Council recognized her as a top physician in 2003, 2004, and 2005.