By Loneke Blackman Carr, THECONVERSATION | Editorial credit: Krakenimages.com/ shutterstock.com The popularity of weight loss drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro continue to reflect Americans’ desire to slim down. While these new drugs have offered a solution for people struggling with obesity, many eligible patients – especially Black adults – cannot afford the high price. These drugs are […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Fentanyl addiction presents a unique and severe set of challenges, with profound effects on both physical and mental health. Introduction Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine, has become a focal point in the opioid crisis, causing a dramatic rise in overdose deaths and addiction rates […]
By Pearl Phillip | Editorial credit: AnnaStills / shutterstock.com The beauty and wellness industries have seen a significant rise in entrepreneurship over the past decade, driven by a global shift toward self-care, mental well-being, and the pursuit of holistic health. Entrepreneurs entering these industries are not only responding to consumer demands for innovative products and […]
By Pearl Phillip | Editorial credit: Yuri A. / shutterstock.com The body positivity and inclusivity movement has emerged as a powerful cultural force, reshaping societal attitudes toward beauty, self-worth, and identity. It promotes acceptance of all body types, challenges historical beauty standards, and fosters self-love and respect for people who don’t conform to conventional ideals. […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Elizaveta Galitckaia / shutterstock.com Ragweed pollen is one of the most common and potent allergens in North America, responsible for triggering seasonal allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as hay fever. Ragweed plants release tiny pollen particles into the air during late summer and fall, particularly between August and […]
By Pearl Phillip | Editorial credit: Prostock-studio / shutterstock.com The beauty and wellness industries have long been powerful forces in shaping societal perceptions of beauty, identity, and self-worth. However, these industries have historically excluded large segments of the population, particularly people of color, different body types, and marginalized communities. In recent years, a significant shift […]
By, THECONVERSATION | Editorial credit: PhotoRedHeart / Shutterstock.com A scratchy, sore throat, a relentless fever, a pounding head and a nasty cough – these symptoms all scream upper respiratory illness. But which one? Many of the viruses that cause upper respiratory infections such as influenza A or B and the virus that causes COVID-19 all employ similar tactics. They […]
By governor.ny.gov | Editorial credit: AYO Production / Shutterstock.com On the first day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation to expand insurance coverage of breast cancer screening and imaging to include procedures as recommended by nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines for the detection of breast cancer. “Every woman in New […]
By Pearl Phillip| Editorial credit:hedgehog94 /shutterstock.com The beauty industry, one of the largest and most dynamic sectors globally, is constantly evolving, driven by innovations and shifts in consumer behavior. From the rise of clean beauty to the increasing demand for transparency, sustainability, and ethical practices, the beauty landscape is transforming in response to the values […]
Editorial Credit: Sunti Teapia/ shuttertstock.com Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and Rep. Mike Kelly (PA-09) introduced the bipartisan Restore Protections for Dialysis Patients Act to ensure individuals with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or kidney failure, continue to have access to private health care. The legislation follows the 2022 Supreme Court ruling, Marietta […]
