This Black Queer Therapist Is Helping Black LGTBQ+ Folks Heal
Black, Out, and Proud is a series highlighting joyful coming out stories from Black LGBTQ+ folks, their lessons, and how communities can better support them during these pivotal moments, with a focus on the importance of finding culturally competent mental health care for Black LGBTQ+ folks.
Nearly 10 Million Pounds Of Meat Recalled Due To Listeria Concerns
BrucePac has recalled more than 9.9 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry items due to possible listeria contamination, with affected products available in stores and restaurants nationwide.
This New Biden Rule Means Healthier Water For Black Communities
The Biden administration has finalized a landmark rule requiring water utilities nationwide to locate and replace all lead pipes in their infrastructure systems by 2034, and announced $2.6 billion in newly available drinking water infrastructure funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Harris’ Emphasis On Maternal Health Pays Off With Black Women Voters
Black women voters are showing a surge of support for Vice President Kamala Harris due to her work on health care issues such as maternal mortality, reproductive rights, and gun control, which could be key in Democratic turnout at the polls in critical battleground states.
‘Ghostbusters’ Star Ernie Hudson Just Made RSV Vaccines Sexy
Ernie Hudson has partnered with Pfizer to promote the RSV vaccine to older adults, emphasizing the importance of preventative care and the impact of the virus on the Black community.
When “Free” Healthcare Services Cost Patients Millions of Dollars
Black and other at-risk patient populations are paying out of pocket for preventative visits that should be free under the Affordable Care Act, due to insurance companies denying claims and billing errors.
There’s Still Joy In End-Of-Life Care
Young Black women are disproportionately affected by caregiving responsibilities, with 14% of the estimated 48 million unpaid family caregivers in the U.S. being Black, and 50% of caregivers being Millennials or Gen Z.
Half Of Black Gay Men Will Be Diagnosed With HIV, Despite Preventive Treatments. Why?
Black gay and bisexual men in Iowa face significant barriers to accessing PrEP, including stigma, discrimination, lack of insurance, and limited physician knowledge, but public health awareness and education, culturally sensitive educational programs, and free access to PrEP could help address these issues.
No Laughing Matter: Why Some Worry About Kids Abusing Galaxy Gas
Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is becoming a popular high among young people due to its availability and kid-friendly flavors, leading to the suspension of sales of Galaxy Gas products at Walmart and other locations.
How To Protect Yourself From Covid, Flu And RSV
ABC News Medical Correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton has tips on how to protect yourself during the respiratory illness season.
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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.
