William H. Johnson’s life and work
This year, the Smithsonian American Art Museum is displaying 34 paintings by the legendary African-American artist William H. Johnson. Part of his iconic…
Month: February 2025
Black History Month Free to be together: African-American family reunions
Massive cookouts, bright matching t-shirts, piles of excited kids darting around as their parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, uncles,…
Cats are vulnerable to avian flu
Experts warn cat owners not to feed their animals raw milk or raw meat products after several house cats and 20 big cats died of avian flu, or H5N1….
Norovirus rates skyrocket this winter
Norovirus infection rates have surged in parts of the U.S. this season and more outbreaks are reported each week. According to Fortune, the most recent…
Consulting giant settles opioid lawsuit
The global consulting firm McKinsey & Company will pay $650 million to settle a Justice Department investigation into its work with OxyContin maker Purdue…
Do some hearts just need a little rest?
There is no cure for heart failure, although drugs can slow its progress, but a new study suggests that the heart might improve if it just gets some rest….
Drugs like Ozempic may offer heart health benefits
Medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may offer significant heart health benefits — and not just through weight loss. According to the British Heart…
Making a romantic Valentine’s Day breakfast
Many nutritional experts assert that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It provides early energy and satisfies the hunger that is built up…
You might not realize you are drowsy
You say you don’t drive for long hours at a time and you’re rarely behind the wheel in the middle of the night. So falling asleep at the wheel can’t…
Gear up safely for your winter run
Winter running has its own set of challenges, but the right gear can keep you healthy and safe. Layers are essential for winter. Start with a base layer…