Health

Colon Cancer is the Second Leading Cause of Death  in America. Don’t Wait to Get Tested

Colon cancer is now the second leading cause of death in America and is no longer considered only a problem for older men. In fact, colon cancer diagnoses in young people have experienced a dramatic increase in the last 30 years. A recently published report from the American Cancer Society finds that diagnoses of colon cancer in people younger than 55 doubled going from 11% in 1995 to 20% in 2019 […]

Local News

“Sweet Auburn Ave”

     This statue is called “Through His Eyes.”  It is a monument to the godfather of Sweet Auburn avenue, John Wesley Dobbs. The artist cleverly opted to leave the eyes open in the statue.  A sly acknowledgement of Dobb’s vision for “Sweet Auburn.” Auburn became the incubator for the civil rights era, and the commercial, cultural, spiritual center of Black Atlanta. […]

National News

Advocates Rally at Supreme Court for Student Debt Cancellation

     A February 28 rally held on the steps of the Supreme Court of the United States is believed to be the largest-ever event supporting student loan cancellation. The four-hour event featured more than 30 speakers as diverse as they were dedicated. It coincided with the court’s scheduled oral arguments in a case brought by eight states that have challenged the legality of granting up to $20K in federal loan forgiveness for eligible borrowers.  […]

Health

Further From Coverage and Closer to Profit, Health Insurance Giants Must Take Accountability

      As the incessant flu and covid outbreaks continue to plague the US this winter season, it is not unheard of to take further precautions to keep your health in good shape. Whether that’s getting your flu shot, taking essential vitamins, or even washing your hands a few more times a day, lots of people are taking the extra step to avoid the seemingly never-ending sicknesses being passed around. While these rituals seem to work for the majority, few find that not even their daily multivitamin can protect them from coming down with something. […]