How to Protect Yourself and Your Family During RSV Season
December 25, 2024
Sweater weather, fall leaves, and pumpkin spice lattes mark the beginning of autumn. They also mark the start of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) season.
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The Impact of Hate-Motivated Behavior on African American Health
June 7, 2023
In the context of increased social unrest in recent years, addressing the impact of hate-motivated behavior on African American health is critical, physicians and community leaders shared at the 13th annual virtual Black Physicians Forum.
From Birth to Death: Black Americans’ Health Inequities
May 25, 2023
The Associated Press spent a year examining how racial health disparities have harmed generations of Black Americans.
Prostate Cancer Rising in Black America
April 28, 2022
Whether it is other philanthropists, local or regional health centers, or state and federal officials, there is a desperate need for creative solutions to getting more people screened and saving more lives. Smith’s initiative is an innovative approach, but there are other ways to spread awareness and boost screenings in the Black community.
L.A. County Moves to Ban Oil Wells in Unincorporated Areas
September 17, 2021
“L.A. County has had a long history of oil and gas development and poor land use decisions, which has resulted in oil and gas operations occurring too close to places where people live, work, play, go to school and pray,” Mitchell said. “Many residents may not even realize it, but tens of thousands of people in L.A. County live in close proximity to an oil well and 73% of them are people of color.”
Say It Loud: I’m Vaxxed, and I’m Proud!
May 27, 2021
Are you worried about the long-term side effects of the vaccine? Are you afraid that it came out too soon for scientists to fully test? Are you worried that you’re going to have to get a booster a year from now?
Environmental Racism is Real, Destructive and Deadly
May 20, 2021
While the study takes a somewhat different approach in examining disparities in air pollution exposure by examining consumption of goods and services, “its findings once again reveal blacks and Hispanics bear a disproportionate ‘pollution burden’ or costs, while Whites experience ‘pollution advantage’ or benefits,” Dr. Bullard said.
Breakout comic Jason Weems talks new comedy special ‘UNKNOWN’
August 6, 2020
Jason Weems comedy special “UNKNOWN” drops August 4th. Pretty good for a dead guy!
Report: Black COVID-19 Patients in California Hospitalized 2.7 More Times Than
June 4, 2020
Lockhart made this chilling observation while talking about the growing body of evidence that is confirming that more minorities and disadvantaged people are getting infected, being hospitalized and dying from COVID-19 than White, middle class and wealthier Americans.
Rep. Waters Statement on the Appeals Court Ruling that a Provision of Obamacare is Unconstitutional
January 3, 2020
“I am deeply disappointed by the decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit to support the Republicans in their relentless campaign to repeal Obamacare and strip away its protections for people with pre-existing conditions. This case is further evidence that Republicans will stop at nothing to strike down Obamacare and take away health coverage from millions of Americans.
Taste of Soul Spotlight: BREATHE California of Los Angeles County
August 15, 2019
The organization will be educating Taste of Soul Nation on the importance of lung health.
Senator Schumer: Trump and Barr Threaten African American Gains Under Obamacare
April 12, 2019
Schumer noted that African American gains under the health care legislation, commonly known as Obamacare, are threatened by Trump and Attorney General William Barr as the Justice Department has argued in federal court that the law is unconstitutional and should be struck down – “Not just vital insurance reforms like protections for individuals with pre-existing conditions, as they had first argued last year,” Schumer said.
NFL Legend Named Grand Marshal of AAAAI 5K
March 9, 2016
NFL Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson was the grand marshal for the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Foundation’s (AAAAI) fourth annual Light Up the Night 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, March 6. “I think that a lot of people don’t realize sometimes that they have an allergy,” Dickerson said. “You should have the knowledge and know what you’re allergic to, what you can’t be around.” The Light Up the Night 5K Walk/Run began at 5:30pm at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Participants paid $45 to register; they received a tote bag, shirt, hat and glow gear. The proceeds will