Health

by Jasmine Smith Prostate cancer is a silent threat that hits Black men the hardest—striking earlier, advancing faster, and leading to higher mortality rates than in any other group. This alarming disparity underscores the urgent need […]

(LEFT – RIGHT): Cherie-Akilah Browne, Major: Pre-Medicine, Achievements Include:President of Art & Soul, Research Scholar; Lily Jasmine Notice, Major: Pre-Medicine, Achievements Include: Miss UNCF of Oakwood, President of the Oakwood Surgical Interest Association, Research Scholar, Tutor for STEM Success Academy; Mayah Seal, Major: Pre-Medicine, Achievements Include: Miss OU Senior, Teacher’s […]

by Dr. Phillip Gould For many people, braided hairstyles are more than just fashion,- they’re a time-tested tradition that makes hair care easier. Sometimes, it’s a t’s a pre-vacation ritual, a protective hairstyle during the summer […]

by Dominique Lambright Music has always been at the heart of Black culture—a tool for storytelling, healing, resistance, and celebration. Whether through gospel’s soul-stirring harmonies, jazz’s improvisational brilliance, hip-hop’s rhythmic storytelling, or African drumming’s communal power, […]

by Jade Curtis Natural skincare enthusiasts are rediscovering a traditional remedy that has stood the test of time: beef tallow. Once a staple in skin care routines, beef tallow is making a comeback for its nourishing and healing […]

by Dominique Lambright Alzheimer’s disease is a growing public health crisis affecting millions of people worldwide. However, research shows that Black Americans are about twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s as white Americans. This shocking statistic raises […]

By Heather Gann A north Alabama farm is struggling to keep up with its rising egg demand as the industry fights the ongoing Avian Flu surge, according to Keith Southard, owner of Southard Farms in Madison. […]

by Evan Bollinger Headaches are fairly common and happen for a variety of reasons.  But migraines are a different beast.  If you’re a migraine sufferer or know migraine sufferers, the pain can become hauntingly familiar. You may experience […]

by Evan Bollinger An ongoing problem across the world, obesity contributes to numerous health conditions and issues. While the increase in obesity may be attributed to various factors, one of the biggest is lack of satiety.  […]

Ashwagandha. Try to say that three times fast and you’ll probably get tongue-tied. Besides the name being hard to pronounce, that’s truly the only hard thing about this natural herb that works wonders in a […]