Health

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS  ALABAMA — As Halloween approaches, pumpkins are appearing on porches, in grocery stores, and throughout Alabama neighborhoods. Beyond their popularity as seasonal decorations, pumpkins provide nutritional benefits that make them a healthy […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A confirmed measles case involving an international traveler has prompted Alabama health officials to warn residents about possible exposure at two Huntsville businesses.  The Alabama Department of Public Health announced […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS ALABAMA — Halloween brings costumes, celebrations, and bags overflowing with candy. However, excessive sugar intake can raise health concerns, especially when children regularly eat large amounts of sweets.  According to the American […]

Updated vaccines target an evolving virus as health experts document effects on the brain, nerves, heart, and other organs By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — COVID-19 can begin with congestion, a sore throat or […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS  A medicine taken for years may deserve a fresh review as the body ages. For older adults, some familiar prescriptions and drugstore products can carry risks that outweigh their benefits, depending […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Black adults 50 and older have a new flu vaccine option, but choosing a shot requires understanding what the research shows—and what it does not.  The Food and Drug Administration approved Moderna’s […]

Vegetables, low-fat dairy, and balanced meals can help, but diet does not replace needed treatment By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS A painful gout attack can make even a bedsheet touching your toe feel unbearable. While food […]

Aggressive tumor types and barriers to care contribute to unequal outcomes by SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Black women face a greater burden from aggressive uterine cancers and are about twice as likely to die from the […]

Simple meals and snacks can help fuel your day without relying on sugary drinks by SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Feeling drained by midday? Before reaching for another sugary drink, consider whether you have eaten enough nourishing […]