Lifestyle

Hypertension is increasing among children and adolescents worldwide due to factors such as sedentary lifestyles, processed food consumption, and lack of access to regular health care, with Black children and teens being disproportionately affected.

Black Christians are exploring Lent through the lens of their faith traditions, with five books offering new perspectives on the season of repentance, renewal, and liberation.

The United States has experienced a decline in brick-and-mortar abortion clinics, with a reduction of 54 clinics since 2020, including 12 closures since March 2024. This trend is attributed to financial and community support challenges, compounded by Planned Parenthood closures driven by inflation and stagnant reimbursement rates.

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Baptist Church will celebrate its 49th church anniversary on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, with the theme "On the Edge of Jubilee: Faithful Then, Fruitful Now, Ready for More", honoring its past, celebrating its present, and preparing for its 50th year.

Nate Miles has been appointed as the new President of the Men's Ministry at Mount Zion Baptist Church, where he will focus on equipping men to lead in their homes, church, and community through two monthly meetings, a Saturday Morning Brotherhood Breakfast, and discussions on topics such as wealth-building, health, and community safety.

Mount Zion's Women's Ministry is celebrating its 84th anniversary with a faith and wellness workshop on February 28, 2026, featuring panels of local experts discussing the benefits of prayer and praise for health and spiritual well-being.

DeShawn McClain's unexplained stroke in 2024, later linked to atrial fibrillation, prompted her to adopt a LINQ ICM heart monitor for continuous cardiac observation, empowering her advocacy for healthier living practices.

Poets and poet laureates across the country say creative expression helps people face grief, reclaim history, and imagine new paths forward.

Word In Black has curated a reading list featuring faith-centered titles that delve into themes of devotion, justice, identity, and grace. These works invite readers to consider the impact of sacred love on daily life, extending its significance beyond the confines of Valentine's Day.

The Trump administration has finalized a rule revoking the Environmental Protection Agency's authority to regulate climate pollution, a decision President Trump described as a "giant scam." This action is anticipated to encounter legal challenges from environmental organizations, who argue it undermines established climate policy.