A respiratory virus that once primarily affected birds and rarely infected humans has undergone a concerning transformation. H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, has established
As Minority Health Month draws to a close, the significant health disparities affecting Black communities remain in sharp focus. Through committed advocacy and personal example,
That sharp pain when teeth accidentally clamp down on your tongue is a sensation most people know all too well. While occasional tongue biting during
Nerve damage affects millions of people worldwide, creating symptoms ranging from mild tingling to severe pain and loss of function. While conventional treatments often focus
Cortisol, often called the primary stress hormone, plays essential roles in metabolism, immune function, and your body’s response to threat. While appropriate amounts help maintain
Cindy Milligan’s 31-year journey in healthcare began with a pivotal moment at age 12 when her grandmother suffered a stroke. Spending an entire summer in
While nutrition experts have long villainized sugar as a primary culprit behind modern health epidemics, emerging research suggests an even more pervasive danger lurks in
Your feet might be telling you more about your heart than you realize. While seemingly unrelated, mounting evidence suggests that foot discomfort may serve as
A disturbing link between common household plastics and thousands of heart disease deaths has emerged from recent research, with evidence suggesting Black communities face disproportionately
Seasonal changes bring unwelcome fungal challenges for millions of women, but scientific approaches offer relief As spring unfolds across the country, many women experience a
When muscle pain strikes, many reach for over-the-counter pain relievers without considering what might be missing from their body. Magnesium, an essential mineral involved in
After an intense battle against one of the world’s most feared diseases, Uganda has officially declared victory over its latest Ebola outbreak. The Ministry of
Everyone misplaces their keys occasionally or struggles to recall a name, but when does ordinary forgetfulness cross the line into something more concerning? Understanding this
How informed advocacy and community resources are transforming asthma care The health summit stage grew quiet as a mother described equipping her infant’s car seat
Ever notice how that half-finished project lurks in your thoughts during dinner? Or how the email you didn’t send somehow pops into your mind during
Acute ischemic stroke remains one of medicine’s most time-sensitive emergencies. When blood flow to the brain becomes blocked, approximately 1.9 million neurons die each minute
Water sustains every system in our bodies, yet many people unknowingly live in a state of chronic mild dehydration. While thirst remains the most obvious
When you hear “minimalism,” you probably picture sparse white rooms with a single houseplant and maybe a carefully curated bookshelf. But there’s a deeper form
While most people understand that excessive alcohol consumption harms the liver, the full extent of alcohol’s impact across the body remains largely underappreciated. The liquid
Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, affects millions of Americans with its hallmark symptoms of dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. While this chronic
