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Thursday, December 4, 2025

‘The Job Isn’t Done’: More Black Americans Need Health Insurance Coverage

A health insurance survey released by the Commonwealth Fund reveals ongoing coverage needs for Black people, despite recent federal intervention.

Dr. Anthony Fauci Discusses The Impact Of COVID-19 On African Americans

A member of the White House Coronavirus Task Force, Fauci has at times found himself at odds with President Donald Trump. For example, earlier this year, the president announced that he would withdraw U.S. funding and support for the World Health Organization (WHO). However, Dr. Fauci told the NNPA that he still maintains a close relationship with the organization.

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Why Black Folks Say ‘No’ To Organ Donation

Tamika Smith, a 40-year-old Black woman, has declined to register as an organ donor, citing her personal experiences of medical gaslighting and mistreatment. This decision reflects a broader sentiment within the Black community, rooted in a historical context of medical racism and the systemic mistreatment of Black individuals.