Health
How contagious is hantavirus? Concerns are growing after the World Health Organization (WHO) announced on May 4 that it was monitoring a cluster of severe respiratory illnesses aboard a cruise ship called the MV Hondus. As of May 7, there were eight reported cases: five people have been confirmed to have hantavirus, and three others are suspected, […]
Nigerian bodybuilder Andrew Jacked wins the 2026 Arnold Classic, showcasing power, discipline, and Black excellence on a global stage.
Music has the power to inspire, heal, and bring people together. That same spirit of hope is at the heart of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which continues to lead the world in understanding, treating, and defeating childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Through the support of music fans and artists across the country, the […]
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital continues to lead the fight against childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases by advancing research, treatment, and global access to lifesaving care. The hospital is known around the world for its mission of finding cures and saving children while ensuring families can focus on what matters most. At St. Jude, […]
Christopher "Kid" Reid says that after his heart started failing last summer he was put on a waiting list for a replacement.
Loneliness disproportionately affects Black men due to cultural norms, stigma, and systemic barriers. Addressing this crisis requires supporting emotional expression and vulnerability.
McDonald’s is facing a class-action lawsuit over its iconic McRib sandwich, with plaintiffs alleging that the product’s name and marketing are misleading. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, claims that the McRib does not contain any actual rib meat, despite its name and rib-shaped patty. RELATED: McDonald’s […]
For Black workers, increased premiums will show up directly in their paychecks as higher premium contributions, reduced benefits, and slower wage growth.Â
The actor Floyd Roger Myers Jr.'s passing is shedding light on heart health, something once viewed as an issue affecting older people.
A breast cancer diagnosis can be life-shattering. Check out Black celebrity breast cancer survivors inspiring us.
Beard care isn't just about appearances either, it's about skin health.
Black women do it all, so our health needs more than willpower. Here are 7 essential vitamins every Black woman needs to thrive, not just survive.