The recent loss of Fat Man Scoop during a performance in Connecticut is a tragic reminder that we need to prioritize our health. We don’t know what exactly caused the loss of life in this case. Still, many men, including Black men, skip their yearly check-ups, miss/disregard the signs of severe conditions like heart disease, and only show up after developing complications. Important to know your body and if something feels off, do not disregard it, go get evaluated. I’ve had to care for lots of young black men dealing with potentially preventable complications from undiagnosed acute and chronic health conditions, and I understand that this could also be due to socio-economic factors leading to a lack of awareness/ hindering access to care. Please don’t wait until it’s too late. Make your health a priority. Schedule your annual physical, get your labs done, check your blood pressure, get your screening tests(colonoscopies) and take action today. Your life is too valuable to take c...