5 Black Athletes Who Have Stood Up for Mental Health
Five athletes, including Naomi Osaka, Simone Biles, Dak Prescott, Brittney Griner, and Vernon Maxwell, have openly discussed their mental health issues, teaching us that it's okay not to be okay.
How To Break Free From The Illusion Of Social Media Success
Social media success is a carefully curated illusion, and it is important to redefine success on our terms by questioning our motivation, taking a social media break, curating our feed, silencing notifications, and shifting our focus to personal goals and aspirations.
The Supreme Court Just Limited Federal Power. Health Care Is Feeling The Shockwaves.
The Supreme Court's decision to overturn a 1984 precedent that gave deference to federal agencies in legal challenges has significant consequences for the nation's health care system, as it could lead to a patchwork of regulations and more legal battles over health policy.
Alcohol Abuse Experts Discuss Alcoholism In The Black Community
Alcohol abuse experts discuss the impact of alcoholism in the Black community, highlighting the higher predisposition to addiction and the importance of honesty and treatment.
Pain Doesn’t Belong On A Scale Of Zero To 10
The zero-to-10 pain scale, which dates back to the 1970s, has become ubiquitous in the medical field due to the "pain revolution" of the '90s, but recent research has shown that it does not necessarily result in better pain control.
Supreme Court OKs Local Crackdowns On Homelessness, As Advocates Warn Of Chaos
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision on homelessness Friday will make it easier for elected officials and law enforcement authorities to fine and arrest people who live on streets and sidewalks, which could have far-reaching health consequences for homeless Americans and their communities.
Blacks Need Black Media for Our Mental Well-Being and More
Black media is essential for accurately reporting on Black stories, yet only one in three Blacks get their news from Black media, with less than a quarter doing so regularly.
Mississippi Lacks Black Doctors Amid Attacks On Diversity Efforts
Jerrian Reedy, a Black medical school student at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, is pursuing a career in medicine in memory of his father, who died after sustaining gunshot wounds, and is among a small share of Black medical students in a state where nearly 4 in 10 people identify as Black or African American.
The FDA Will No Longer Allow This Potentially Harmful Additive Found In Some Sodas
The FDA has decided to no longer allow the use of brominated vegetable oil in food products, citing health concerns and public pressure, with the rule going into effect on August 2.
Popular Weight Loss And Diabetes Drugs Linked To Increased Risk Of Rare Form Of...
A new study suggests that people taking Ozempic or Wegovy may have a higher risk of developing a rare form of blindness, but doctors emphasize that the benefits of the medications for diabetes or obesity treatment outweigh the potential risk.
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The Trump Administration Said It Would Prioritize Ending Mother-To-Child Hiv Transmission....
Dr. Theopista Masenge was at the hospital in Mbeya, Tanzania, rolling out new treatments for children with high HIV viral loads when she got the call: Stop work, now.
