The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest maternal mortality report found that in 2023, Black women nationally were more than three times more likely than white women to die during or after childbirth.
Several Henrico County organizations are partnering with youth leaders to host "Above the Influence," an event designed to address marijuana use prevention and youth mental health May 13 in Highland Springs.
The event, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Oak Avenue Complex,
Dear Savvy Senior,
My 60-year-old brother was recently diagnosed with prediabetes, which surprised all of us because he’s fairly active and isn’t overweight. Now I’m wondering if I could be at risk too. Does prediabetes run in families, and what exactly does it mean?
--Younger Sister
Dear