Health

By Derrick Lane There’s an old saying that goes, “Black don’t crack,” but let’s be honest, some people age worse than others. But on the other hand, there are a select few of people who seem to look even better as they age. One of them is actor Larenz Tate. Born in Chicago, Tate’s work […]

By Carter Higgins Hold up! Before you take a bite of that food or fire up the grill this Labor Day weekend, you may want to check this list first. Labor Day weekend usually means cookouts, family gatherings and one last big taste of summer. But before you reach for the burgers, dips, potato salad,

By Jason Henderson The American organ transplant system is facing a troubling situation: while medical technology advances, public confidence is wavering. Recent data from the Kidney Transplant Collaborative reveals that for the first time since the 2020 pandemic, kidney transplants from deceased donors have declined. While the dip—116 fewer transplants than in 2024—might seem marginal, it signals

By Dominique Lambright f it appears abruptly, don’t dismiss it. Chest discomfort is a common indicator of heart disease, but it’s not the only one. Shortness of breath—which might seem like you’re pushing yourself more than usual—can indicate heart valve problems, heart attack, heart failure, and other cardiovascular disorders. Dyspnea—shortness of breath—has several definitions: You

By Jasmine Smith To be honest, I’m a nice person, but I’m not that nice of a person that I would voluntarily go out of my way to sign up for a bone marrow drive. Back in 2009, when I was about 28 years old, I was more than likely leaving work with my co-workers to go