Health

Just when many Americans believed the flu season was easing, new data shows influenza cases are climbing again — driven by a fast-spreading new variant and intensified winter transmission. Health officials say the resurgence is […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS For many Black families and Southern households, eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day is more than a tradition — it’s a ritual rooted in survival, history, and hope. The practice […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS For millions of women — especially Black women — uterine fibroids are more than a diagnosis. They are a life-altering condition that can derail health, careers, and fertility. For Annalise Henry, […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Fiber has long been praised as a cornerstone of good health — supporting digestion, stabilizing blood sugar, and reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. But health experts […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS You may not think about your liver often, but it plays a critical role in keeping your body healthy. The liver filters toxins, removes waste, regulates fats, and produces essential proteins. When […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS If you’ve been feeling exhausted, mentally foggy, or experiencing tingling in your hands and feet, you may have searched online for answers — and landed on vitamin B12 deficiency. Somewhere in […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS If you’re like most people, your day doesn’t start without a hot cup of coffee. But once the pot is empty, those used coffee grounds usually head straight to the trash. […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS If you’ve ever reviewed your cholesterol lab results and felt confused, you’re not alone. Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides are often listed together, yet each number reflects a different aspect […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Hemorrhoids are a common anorectal condition that can cause pain, itching, swelling, and rectal bleeding. One of the most frequently asked questions by patients is: How long do hemorrhoids last? The answer depends […]