Jerome Bettis, former pro football legend, is advocating for heart health in the Black community through the “Legacy of Heart Health” initiative, sharing his personal story of losing his father to heart disease and encouraging others to take proactive steps in managing high blood pressure and reducing their risk of cardiovascular disease.
Category: Lifestyle
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Friday Newsletter: May 30, 2025
Top Stories for Friday, May 30th, 2025 Our Editor’s Pick Local National News The 89th Legislature It’s That Time of Year Again West Nile Virus Update for May 28, 2025 […]
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Smile Muse Spa: Luxury Dentistry in Fort Worth Redefines Dental Care
Smile Muse Spa in Fort Worth offers a luxurious dental experience, merging high-end wellness with world-class oral care, and is a great option for those looking to transform their smile or simply experience a spa-like dental visit.
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Your Guide to Online Safety for Kids During Summer: How to Keep Screen Time Safe
As screen time skyrockets during summer break, so do online risks for children. In this Parenting in Bliss feature, cybersecurity expert Cyber Fareedah shares essential tips on online safety for kids during summer—covering what to watch for, how to talk to your child, and simple ways to keep tech time safe without stress.
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Dan Patrick’s Hemp Ban Deserves Backlash and a Veto
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is trying to ban the sale of all consumable hemp products containing THC, despite the fact that the hemp industry has proved to be a successful multi-billion dollar industry, and drug overdoses have plummeted in the state.
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Memorial Day is the Start of Outdoor Summer Cooking & Eating
To keep your family healthy during Memorial Day, make sure to clean everything, do not cross-contaminate, cook to the right temperature, refrigerate perishable food within two hours, and wash your hands frequently.
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Doctor’s Checklist: Vital Screenings Men 70+ Should Discuss
As men age, it’s important to prioritize preventive care, including screenings for blood pressure, diabetes, and colorectal cancer, to preserve independence, mobility, mental sharpness, and social engagement.
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When Black Spirituality Meets Online Culture
Black spirituality is evolving to be a broader, more fluid understanding of faith that embraces complexity instead of demanding certainty, with many seeking spiritual experiences that meet them where they are.
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Parenting in Bliss: Summer Adventures. Crack the Case as a Family at the ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Escape Room in Grapevine
The ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Escape Room at Grapevine Mills is a fun and mentally stimulating experience that allows families to work together to solve puzzles and find clues in order to track down a missing film reel before time runs out.
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Why More Black Folks Are Surviving Cancer Than Ever Before
Dr. Robert Winn, director of Virginia Commonwealth University’s Massey Cancer Center, notes that cancer mortality rates have dropped significantly since 1991, with a 49% drop in cancer mortality among Black men, and that closing the racial gap in cancer deaths is possible through increased screening, clinical trials, and other efforts.
