There have been several high profile crimes recently across the country involving mental illness. Some prominent ones that have gained...

The recent senseless shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has sparked an even more senseless social media debate. Some...

The impact of media on your health is absolutely real and can be damaging. Present media forums have now expanded to include social media...

Imagine having to shelter in place in your house in the middle of a catastrophic event where a storm surge as high as over 7 feet...

A trip to your local grocery store just got more stressful. We keep hearing about inflation and the rise in everyday prices or depending...

I recently watched an episode of the old sitcom “Good Times”, which is set in Southside Chicago. It tells the story of a family...

Violet Affleck, the daughter of Ben Affleck and Jenifer Garner, recently spoke out against mask bans during an LA County hearing. Her...

More than twenty people have tragically died recently due to the persistent and unrelenting severe weather that recently plagued parts of...

I recently had the opportunity to attend the Tony Award nominated musical Hell’s Kitchen on Broadway. The musical is semi-based on...

As we mark Black Maternal Health Week, it is a time not only for reflection but for urgent action. In communities across the nation,...

I recently underwent a colonoscopy screening that I had put off for quite some time. I decided it was important to share my personal...

As we continue to strive to maintain health awareness in communities of color, some crucial issues linger in the shadows, overlooked, and...

According to Everytown Research, “More people die from gun violence by early February in the U.S. than during an entire calendar year in...

Welcome to the first installment of Mels2021's Quick Chat Sessions for the new year, highlighting everyday individuals who have taken...

We recently closed out 2023 and bid farewell to what was a difficult year for some. I felt blessed to be able to deliver important news...

There have been at least 565 mass shootings since the start of 2023. A mass shooting constitutes shootings involving four or more...

Welcome to the fourth installment of Mels2021's Quick Chat Sessions with Friends, highlighting everyday individuals who have taken...

In a world filled with constant triggers of emotional and physical violence, many can argue that society has become impervious to its...

Welcome to the third installment of Mels2021's Quick Chat Sessions, highlighting everyday individuals who have taken inspiring strides...

We recently wrapped up the third week of September and are now encroaching upon the Fall season. Many do not realize that the past week...