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At BET, it is our commitment to see that Black people thrive. Since inception, for BET, the core social impact focus has been to bring widespread attention and valuable resources to Black communities. BET Thrive is where our people can find transformation. Through a collection of initiatives, activations and strategic investments, BET Thrive seeks to create material change in the financial mobility, health and wellness, and civic participation of Black communities.

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A Survivor's Story: How One Black Woman Trusted Her Gut to Survive Breast Cancer

After being told she had months to live, Pele Kama chose to forgo chemo and surgery, embracing holistic healing and self-care. Ten years later, she's in remission and sharing the bold choices that saved her life.
10/01/2024

Understanding Breast Cancer's Disproportionate Impact on Black Women: A Doctor's Perspective

A medical professional sheds light on the alarming statistics surrounding breast cancer in Black women, who are 40% more likely to die from the disease than their White counterparts.
10/01/2024
Kron Moore from Tyler Perry's "The Oval" and dietitian Kim Rose cooking

UnitedHealthcare and BET Presents Cook Well, Live Well: Healthy Living Through Nutrition

The video segment aims to improve family health by providing nutrition education with a quick, delicious, and healthy recipe to combat common health issues such as cardiovascular disease and hypertension.
09/18/2024

T-Boz Clears Up Health Rumors Following Hospitalization

The TLC singer confirms she isn’t on Ozempic after being hospitalized for an abdominal blockage last week.
08/30/2024

Vice President Kamala Harris Announces Her Cost Of Living Policy 

She aims to ensure no one earning less than $400,000 a year will pay more in new taxes. 
08/16/2024

Love To See It: Deiondra Sanders and Jacquees Rejoice Over First Child

The baby also shares the same birthday as her father, Deion Sanders.
08/15/2024

Michael Strahan Shares Update On Daughter Isabella’s Cancer Battle

“It is tough to see her go through it, but I know she's a tough young lady,” the TV host said of Isabella, 19.
02/22/2024

Black Americans Likely to Sleep Less After Police Shootings, Study Shows

Following police shootings that garnered national attention, researchers found an 11.4 percent increase in Black Americans getting less than six hours of sleep.
02/08/2024

Monica Seemingly Collapses During Houston Concert Performance

The singer was reportedly carried out by a member of her team.
01/03/2024

Survey: Black Americans Expect To Encounter Racism At Doctor's Office

Participants in the study said their requests were routinely dismissed and were often denied pain medicine.
12/06/2023