Health
The Black maternal health crisis in Houston cannot be understood solely as a healthcare failure; it is a reproductive justice crisis.
It’s the conversation that took over The Madd Hatta Show: A Black woman, seven years deep into marriage, admitted she was unhappy. The twist? Her husband hadn’t done anything wrong. In fact, by her own admission, he is “absolutely perfect.” But as she revealed, sometimes “perfect” just isn’t enough when you’ve lost yourself in the […]
The Hip-Hop pioneers want to help other Black men live healthy lives.
The Trump administration has released new federal dietary guidelines, advising Americans to limit processed foods and refined carbohydrates, and to focus on whole foods like fruits and vegetables. The guidelines also recommend incorporating healthy fats, prioritizing protein-rich meals, and consuming full-fat dairy without added sugars. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has […]
New changes to SNAP benefit requirements are causing concern nationwide, potentially leading to millions losing access to benefits. The changes, set to take effect next year, will require recipients to work, volunteer, or attend job training for at least 80 hours a month. Food advocates worry that these changes will worsen food insecurity, with high […]
With Halloween around the corner, a dietitian is offering some tips on incorporating pumpkin into the diet. Taylor Stein at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York says pumpkins are a squash that’s high in a substance that the body converts into vitamin A, which is essential to immune system health. She says one can easily […]
Being a social butterfly could help you live longer. A new study by researchers at Cornell University found that social relationships can slow cellular aging. Using data from over two-thousand U.S. adults, researchers measured their “cumulative social advantage,” which is tied to family relationships, emotional support, religious involvement and community engagement. The scores were then […]
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against the makers of Tylenol, Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue, alleging deceptive marketing practices related to the medication’s use by pregnant women. Paxton accused the companies of profiting off of pain and endangering millions by pushing pills despite potential risks. This is the first state government […]
The “2025 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC),” published today in the Association’s flagship journal, Circulation, marks the first full revision of lifesaving resuscitation guidance since 2020. Among the updates are expanded recommendations for managing choking and suspected opioid overdose, in addition to other lifesaving interventions. Each year, approximately […]
Alicia Keys shared her insights on making time for oneself at the Making Space: Wellness Day event. Keys emphasized the importance of designing one’s life to prioritize self-care and encouraged attendees to carve out moments for themselves. She recounted her own journey of learning to meditate and creating a morning routine that includes silence, deep […]
As we mourn the loss of D'Angelo, it is essential to understand the dangers of pancreatic cancer for Black men.
Black women's fibroids are often more numerous and larger, leading to debilitating pain, heavy and prolonged menstrual bleeding, and anemia.