Skin cancer is a big deal. It is the most common type of cancer in the U. S. But here's some good news: a simple vitamin might help fight it. Researchers looked at over 33, 800 U. S. veterans who had skin cancer. They found that those who took a vitamin B3 supplement, called nicotinamide, had fewer
Black women in academia face significant challenges that go beyond the well-known glass ceiling. They often find themselves on a glass cliff, where they are placed in leadership roles with little support and high expectations. This was evident in the case of Claudine Gay, who became the first Black
The recent surge in immigration enforcement under the current administration has led to a troubling increase in fatalities. This month alone, five shootings involving federal agents have been reported, resulting in multiple deaths. The situation has sparked widespread controversy and protests, parti
New York City is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. Snow is expected to start early Sunday, but it won't stay all snow for long. Meteorologists are predicting a switch to sleet, which could make things messy and dangerous. Sleet happens when snowflakes fall through a warmer layer of air and m
Oregon's winter sunshine is more than just a weather report. It's an open invitation for anglers to grab their rods and hit the water. With steelhead fishing facing challenges in low, clear waters, many are turning their attention to trout fishing. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has kick
Louisiana's early voting got a temporary pause on Monday, January 26, thanks to some nasty winter weather. Governor Jeff Landry called it off, and the Secretary of State’s Office shut down too. But don’t worry, voting picked back up on Tuesday, January 27, at 8:30 a. m. This whole thing is for the
In East Baton Rouge, a big freeze is causing major changes. The city-parish government buildings will be closed on Monday. This decision was made to keep workers safe. The offices will open again on Tuesday. The mayor, Sid Edwards, has a strong message. He wants everyone to stay off the roads. It's
Cancer survivors who have been cancer-free for five years or more are known as long-term cancer survivors (LTCS). There is still a lot to learn about how lifestyle choices affect their chances of living longer. A recent study looked at the habits of 6, 057 people who had survived breast, colorectal,
Gynecologic cancer treatments can lead to pelvic floor disorders (PFD). These disorders affect the muscles and tissues in the pelvic area. They can cause problems with bowel and bladder control. Also, they can make it hard to have sex or cause pain in the pelvic area. Many women face these issues a
In a shocking turn of events, a charity boss in Los Angeles has been caught with his hand in the cookie jar. Alexander Soofer, the 42-year-old executive director of Abundant Blessings, was arrested for allegedly misusing taxpayer money meant to help the homeless. Instead of providing proper meals an
