A humanitarian is often described as someone who has a genuine concern for or helping to improve the welfare and happiness of people. Fitting that definition is Dr. Mwelwa Mulenga, vice president for Energy and Infrastructure for the Los Angeles-Lusaka Sister City Committee and a scholar-practitioner in entrepreneurship and organizational leadership.
Researchers are urging more people of color to participate in clinical trials for a COVID-19 vaccine, but participation numbers so far are low.
The historic launch of the BNC will fulfill the business dream and vision of J.C. Watts, Jr., a nationally known entrepreneur and former U.S. Congressman, representing Oklahoma’s Fourth District.
At two years of age, my mother was worried because I cried almost constantly. She noticed that my finger looked broken, which we would soon discover was a result of bone deterioration. What she was about to discover after rushing me to the hospital shocked her. She was told her two year old boy was suffering from Sickle Cell Disease. It was 1988 and newborn screening only started in California in 1990.
The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) wrapped its Mid-Winter Training Conference on Saturday, Jan. 26, in Orlando, Florida, where publishers, corporate partners and sponsors gathered to help move the publishing industry forward with increased sustainability for the Black Press of America. Included among NNPA partners and sponsors are GM; RAI Reynolds America; the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Ford; Pfizer Rare Disease; Macy’s; Juul; Volkswagen; Lilly; Ascension; Compassion & Choices; Collaborative for Student Success; Nissan; Koch; API; AmeriHealth Caritas; AACR; and AABE. The conference theme, “Innovative Training and Global Expansion of the Black Press of America,” was highlighted throughout, particularly
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Dr. Kevin Williams talks about Sickle Cell Disease in the Black community
Dr. Kevin answers common questions about sickle cell disease and its impact on the African-American community and provides tips for living with and supporting someone with the disease
Collaboration Aims to Educate on the Importance of Clinical Trials in Developing Potential New Sickle Cell Disease Therapies
It’s time to give blood to those who need it desperately
Sickle cell gene linked to elevated risk of kidney failure in UAB study
Blood drive saw the community come out to support a worthy cause
Enjoying a summer day at the pool can end up in the hospital if you’re not aware of the crisis triggers
Chef Misty Williams Marshall is dedicated to fighting sickle cell disease.