Health

A 60-year-old man was treated for bromide poisoning after following a recommendation from ChatGPT, according to a case report in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Hoping to cut salt from his meals, the man turned to the AI tool for advice. It suggested sodium bromide, a compound more commonly used in pesticides, as a substitute. […]

For decades, birth control has been a woman’s responsibility, but that could be changing. A new hormone-free pill for men, called YCT-529, has just cleared its first safety trial in humans, bringing us one step closer to a daily “male pill.” YCT-529 works by blocking a vitamin A compound that’s essential for sperm production, temporarily […]

I’m a big advocate for mental health because I know firsthand how important it is to prioritize your emotional and mental well-being. July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shining a light on the unique mental health challenges faced by Black, Brown, and other communities of color. This month isn’t just […]

Experts, including practitioners and organizers from Healing Justice and Disability Justice, have raised concerns about algorithmic bias.

It has been a very long journey in the ongoing fight to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and now it appears we might be one step closer towards our goal

Knowing how to identify the signs of a stroke can make all the difference, and for me, it’s personal. A close family member recently suffered a stroke, and it reminded me how critical quick action is. A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted, and every minute counts. The easiest […]

Often referred to as 'gas station heroin,' tianeptine is raising red flags among health officials for its opioid-like effects.

The ruling specifically targets executive orders Trump issued tying federal funding to an organization’s DEI efforts. 

For generations, Black men have been expected to carry the weight of strength, resilience, and silence, even when struggling. But in recent years, a powerful shift has been happening: more Black male celebrities are using their platforms to speak openly about mental health, challenging stigma and showing that vulnerability is strength. Here are a few […]

Proposed cuts to Medicaid will cause many individuals, families and communities to suffer for that very reason--poverty.

For Black men, when it comes to health, early detection through annual checkups and preventative screenings often means the difference between life and death.

A new trend is sweeping across TikTok, and it’s not another dance challenge—it’s sleepmaxxing. The new fad involves using a number of hacks to get better rest at night, but does it really work?