Health

Hannibal Collins lived with sickle cell anemia for 37 years. It was only after his death that I discovered how little the world knows about the disease. By Bobbi Booker | It wasn’t something he […]

The holiday season is often filled with parties, family gatherings, office celebrations, and social events. While these occasions can be enjoyable, they may also trigger social anxiety (particularly for people who feel uncomfortable in large […]

By Knowridge | Metformin is widely used to lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes, and research suggests it may also offer benefits beyond that main job. Its long history of use has also revealed […]

LOUISIANA WEEKLY — WORD IN BLACK — A maternal health crisis continues to disproportionately impact the Black community, with Black mothers experiencing significantly higher mortality rates during childbirth and their infants facing increased risks of […]

By Lawrence Ware | Prostate cancer can be hard to spot early. Here’s how to find a doctor and start the conversation. Today is the last day of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. September hits me hard because I lost […]

By Dominic Boston | As a young Black man, this topic is personal to me. When people discuss mental health, they usually don’t picture someone who looks like me. Instead, Black men are often seen […]

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) affects many people, yet it remains widely misunderstood. The chronic inflammatory skin condition can cause painful, recurring lumps, nodules and abscesses, often in areas such as the underarms and groin. Beyond the […]