The Trump administration’s TrumpRx.gov website is intended to help uninsured Americans afford prescription drugs, but experts say it offers fewer benefits than other discount drug sites and is limited to 43 medications.
Category: Health
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A State of Emergency: The Time for Action is Now to End HIV in Dallas County
On National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, we must break the barriers and build health for the Black community in Dallas County by addressing the systemic barriers, stigma, and lack of equitable resources that continue to disproportionately affect our community.
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Black Women’s HIV Prevention: Shifting Focus From Fear to Pleasure
Black women in America are disproportionately affected by HIV, and fear-based prevention has failed them, so it is time to approach prevention and safety through a conversation centered on joy, agency, and pleasure.
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Black Communities’ Struggle for Safe, Nutritious Food During Civil Rights Era
The Women of Operation Breadbasket launched a Bad Meat Campaign in 1967 to fight for racial and economic justice by challenging grocery stores that sold rotten meat and inadequate produce in Black neighborhoods, highlighting the importance of food justice and the right to safe, nutritious food.
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Prostate Cancer Epidemic: Black Men Diagnosed at Later Stages
Black men face the highest rate of prostate cancer diagnosis and death in the US, with many diagnosed at later stages due to lack of screening and prevention legislation, resulting in preventable deaths.
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Stressed Out? Here’s What Helps
Chronic stress can lead to poor sleep, unhealthy eating, and habits like smoking and alcohol abuse, which can raise the risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke, but practicing positive self-talk, gratitude, and joyful moments can help reduce stress and protect the heart.
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Prostate Cancer Battle: Jerry McCormick’s Story of Resilience
Jerry McCormick, a 57-year-old San Diego journalist, was diagnosed with prostate cancer after an annual exam and has since been documenting his experience on Substack to educate others, while also opting for surgery to treat the cancer.
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Dallas Open & Nexo Serve Up Community Renewal:Â West Dallas Gets Tennis Court Upgrade
The Nexo Dallas Open, a global tennis tournament, has partnered with a digital assets platform to provide new tennis courts at Heidi B. Moore Park in West Dallas, increasing access to the sport for the local Latino community.
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Medical Debt Crisis Deepens as Healthcare Costs Continue to Soar
Black Americans are disproportionately affected by medical debt and can use a new consumer tool to help manage their bills and protect themselves from financial harm.
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Social and Economic Barriers Drive Obesity, Not Just Personal Choices
Obesity is a complex health issue influenced by social and economic barriers, and requires a collaborative approach between government, health care professionals, community organizations, and individuals to address the epidemic.