Health

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY — Families who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may soon be able to use their benefits for hot rotisserie chickens under a bill filed in the Alabama Legislature. Rep. Donna Givens (R-Loxley) pre-filed […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Prostate cancer is one of the most serious health threats to men. But for Black men, the danger is even greater. They are more likely to be diagnosed at younger ages—and […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS  Anxiety and other mental health disorders affect millions of Americans each year, often appearing gradually before they are diagnosed. Left untreated, these conditions can interfere with daily life, relationships, work, and […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Fiber plays a vital role in digestion, gut health, heart health, and weight management. The two main types—soluble and insoluble—work together: soluble fiber slows digestion and helps control blood sugar and cholesterol, while […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Diet, exercise, and a positive mindset are important for weight loss, but sometimes they aren’t enough. That’s when medications may help. Drugs like Ozempic, Orlistat, and Phentermine can be effective, but […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to highlight one of the most common cancers in men. For Black men, this message carries added urgency. Studies show that Black men […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS  For months, Lila couldn’t explain the strange tingling in her feet. At first, she dismissed it as tiredness, but over time the numbness and burning grew worse, sometimes waking her in […]

By BlackDoctor.org For anyone who’s experienced it, a gout flare feels like punishment—stabbing pain, redness, swelling so intense you can’t wear a sock, let alone walk into work. And just when you think it’s gone, […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Vaccines are among the most closely studied medical interventions in the world, according to Dr. Michael Saag, a professor of medicine and infectious disease expert at the University […]

By Jaena Mebane  There are countless benefits to exercising and incorporating a regular fitness routine into your life. No matter your age or current fitness level, it’s never too late to start. You don’t need to […]