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What Do The New COVID-19 Guidelines Mean For Your Health?

The new guidance for COVID-19 — which is combined with other respiratory illnesses — no longer suggests 5-day isolation periods.

Why Even Public Health Experts Have Limited Insight Into Stopping Gun Violence In America

After the 1996 Dickey Amendment halted federal spending on research into firearms risks, a small group of academics pressed on, with little money or political support, to document the nation’s growing gun violence problem and start to understand what can be done to curb the public health crisis.

The Zyn Craze: Nicotine’s New Disguise

Nicotine’s new face: Zyn, a pouch product has been trending on social media. But is it a health hazard for young people?

The Covid-19 Pandemic Killed Off One Strain Of The Flu, And That Will Change...

For 10 years, Americans have had access to flu shots that protect against four strains of the virus: two A strains and two B strains. Starting this fall, however, all the flu shots distributed in the United States will probably contain only three strains, and the change is because of Covid-19.

How Can I Find Out If I Have Prostate Cancer? A Urologist Explains

Prostate cancer remains a significant concern in my practice, which is why I emphasize the importance of early detection. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be nearly 300,000 new cases of prostate cancer and about 35,000 deaths in 2024.

3 Black Nutrition Experts Inspiring Healthier Lives One Recipe At A Time

From vegan jackfruit burgers to keto cheese-based waffles, these gurus are inspiring folks to reclaim their health and manage chronic illness.

The Most Common Mental Health Diagnoses Among Teens In The U.S.

In January 2024, thousands of people earnestly responded to Elmo when the "Sesame Street" puppet prompted a mental health check-in on social media, asking, "How is everybody doing?"

WATCH: What Is Prostate Cancer?

Affecting the male reproductive system, prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men worldwide.

Why Gunshot Injuries Disrupt Manhood For Black Men

Black men disabled by gun violence expressed frustration with no longer being able to provide for their families and move around on their own.

2024 Is Shaping Up To Be A Bad Year For Anti-Trans Laws

Nearly 500 bills have been proposed in 41 states so far this year — but Black activists are fighting back.

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‘We Need Him’: Emotional Steph Curry Laments ‘Self-Inflicted Wounds’ Following Another...

Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry was left lamenting “self-inflicted wounds” after Draymond Green received his fourth ejection of the season during the team’s 101-93 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday.