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[ April 29, 2026 ] Saint Augustine’s University files for bankruptcy — 159-year-old HBCU owes up to $100 million and drops accreditation fight Sports
[ April 29, 2026 ] Black Americans are losing nearly 15 percentage points more sleep than white Americans — and the health toll is enormous Health
[ April 29, 2026 ] A new once-daily weight loss pill is now available — no injections, no food restrictions, starting at $149 a month Health
[ April 29, 2026 ] Colorectal cancer is striking people in their 30s and 40s — and doctors cannot fully explain why Health
[ April 29, 2026 ] Hidden stress — not the kind you can see — may be quietly stealing your memory as you age Health

Flu rates ‘very high’ in Alabama as emergency room visits spike

January 9, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Amy Yurkanin Visits to emergency rooms by people with respiratory illnesses have skyrocketed in December, and the flu appears to be the top culprit, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health. The U.S. Centers […]

The Fat Flush Detox Drink Trainers Use to Block Fat

January 9, 2024 Bouldin 0

by Mary Toscano, BDO Nutritionist & Contributor When it comes to weight loss, most articles focus on the foods you eat or don’t eat, but what isn’t talked about enough is the (just as effective) fat […]

Can Ulcerative Colitis Cause Weight Gain?

January 9, 2024 Bouldin 0

by Ty McDuffey Ulcerative colitis is a rather frequent long-term illness in which the immune system reacts inappropriately. A person suffering from UC may exhibit some of the following signs: Other symptoms associated with UC include exhaustion, […]

Black Americans anticipate dealing with racism during a doctor’s visit, survey finds

January 2, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Daniel Miller A growing number of people of color say they face racial disparities during a doctor’s visit when receiving care, a recent study reveals. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF), an independent source for health policy research, polling, […]

Is There A Remedy For “Stiff” Knees?

January 2, 2024 Bouldin 0

by Dr. Renee Matthews, BDO Contributing Writer As you grow older, you may notice your knees locking up more. Knee stiffness is a result of poor flexibility or muscular imbalances in the legs and often occurs […]

Too Much Alcohol Can Effect Your Looks

January 2, 2024 Bouldin 0

by Shelby Pauling People are turning to all sorts of creams and serums in order to achieve perfect skin, but fail to realize what we put into our body plays a significant role in the beauty […]

Seasoned Salt: Good Or Bad (And What To Use Instead)

January 2, 2024 Bouldin 0

by T. Renee Causay I grew up with seasoning salt. The popular spice blend was a staple in many kitchens around the country. It added that little extra “oomph” to your dishes and seemed to make […]

4 Signs of Lung Damage You May Be Ignoring

January 2, 2024 Bouldin 0

by Ty McDuffey A nagging cough or wheeze may not register much during our daily lives, but it’s very important to pay attention to even mild symptoms. Some people think that having trouble breathing is just […]

Alabama woman with rare double uterus delivers healthy twin babies at UAB Hospital

December 26, 2023 Bouldin 0

By Cody D. Short Kelsey Hatcher, the mother with a double uterus, delivered her newborn babies, Roxi and Rebel, at UAB Hospital on December 19th and 20th. The original plan was for Hatcher to naturally go […]

Alabama health officials issue warning about common household cleaner

December 26, 2023 Bouldin 0

By Leada Gore The holiday season often means tons of cooking time spent in the kitchen. Along with all that work comes increased spills from fatty meats and poultry, cheeses, pies and other gooey foods. An […]