Is Our Food System Safe?
The incidence of food recalls has surged by 25% compared to the previous year, with numerous recalls associated with lethal bacterial contaminations causing multiple fatalities and hospitalizations.
New Clean Air Rules Help Black Communities
The EPA has implemented stricter nitrogen oxide emission standards for power plants and industrial facilities, aiming to protect nearby communities and reduce pollution, particularly in Black, Latinx, and non-white areas.
Black Folks Still Take COVID Vaccines Seriously
A recent Pew Research Center survey indicates that 60% of Americans do not intend to receive the updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. Republicans are the most likely to decline the vaccine, while Black Americans are the most likely to have already received it.
Trump Has Black Americans Worried About Health Care
The Trump administration has raised concerns among health care equity advocates, as his cabinet selections, including RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz, signify a significant shift from policies focused on broadening access to care.
Why Trump’s HUD Pick Is A Red Flag For Housing Advocates
Scott Turner, the former NFL player and Texas legislator, has been nominated by President-elect Trump to lead the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, raising concerns among housing advocates due to Trump's anti-fair-housing agenda.
How To Answer Questions About Your Body This Holiday Season, According To A Psychologist
Psychologists have provided guidance to manage uncomfortable holiday interactions, addressing inquiries about weight loss and medication use, while underscoring the significance of setting boundaries, seeking support from a friend, and planning an exit strategy.
Naughty Or Nice? 24 Holiday Coffee Drinks Ranked From ‘Healthiest’ To Unhealthiest
Starbucks Refreshers are identified as the healthiest holiday beverages, whereas blended and cream-based options are deemed the least healthy, with McDonald's Dulce de Leche Frappé containing the highest levels of calories, sugar, and fat.
Study: Life Expectancy Of Black People Shortens
The disparity in life expectancy between Black and white Americans has almost doubled in the past twenty years, exacerbated by geographic and racial health inequities, with the COVID-19 pandemic further increasing the gap.
Giving Birth Shouldn’t Be A Nightmare For Black Women
Black women encounter elevated risks and restricted access in maternal healthcare, such as maternity care deserts, abortion prohibitions, and excessive C-section usage, resulting in traumatic childbirth experiences and postpartum mental health issues.
What You Should Know About COVID-19 For This Holiday Season
COVID-19 cases in New York are decreasing, but experts warn that cases may spike during the winter months, and it is important to get vaccinated and test for the virus before gathering with others.
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How Scott Colom Defied More Than A Century Of History To...
Just six years after Mississippi removed the Confederate stars and bars from its state flag, CNN’s Decision Desk projects that Scott Colom will become the first Black senator from the state since Reconstruction and the first Democrat to win the seat since 1982.
