Health

Six Miami-Dade County residents, including 18-year-old Jasmine Williams, have initiated legal action against the Florida Public Service Commission for endorsing plans predominantly dependent on natural gas, contravening the state constitution's guarantee of a clean and healthful environment.

Dr. Tisha Y. Lewis Ellison has established Perfect Peace Puzzles, a business inspired by her passion for puzzles, as a means to cope with the loss of her parents, who were noted for their public service in Washington, DC.

US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has issued an advisory warning Americans that alcohol consumption can elevate their cancer risk, and called for an updated health warning label on alcoholic beverages.

The FDA has approved the first new drug in decades to treat chronic schizophrenia, which is effective and has fewer extreme side effects than previous medications. This development could significantly benefit the Black community, who are estimated to be three to five times more likely to be diagnosed with schizophrenia than whites.

by Willy Blackmore While President Biden’s lone term in office will run through January 19, the resignation of Environmental Protection Agency administrator Michael S. Regan, who...

State governments are implementing new initiatives to protect Americans from medical debt, including removing medical bills from credit reports, strengthening oversight of medical credit cards, and expanding financial aid programs for patients, despite potential federal retrenchment.

Stanford University scientists have identified a defective genetic molecule that may cause the immune system to attack healthy tissue, potentially improving treatments for millions suffering from autoimmune diseases.

To ensure optimal health, Black individuals are advised to arrange preventative healthcare screenings, encompassing primary care consultations, reproductive health assessments, dental check-ups, vaccinations, and mental health evaluations.

Three Democratic senators have called on the Government Accountability Office to examine the expenses of Georgia's Medicaid work requirement program, which has utilized tens of millions in federal and state funds for administration and consulting fees while enrolling only 5,542 individuals as of Nov. 1.

Dominique Brown, a Disney enthusiast known for her dimples and bright smile, tragically passed away after consuming food at a holiday event in Los Angeles due to a severe allergic reaction, underscoring the increase in severe food allergies and the disproportionate impact on Black individuals.