The McKesson Foundation has invested $2.5 million in the development of the McKesson Market Grove within the new Community Park at Fair Park, which will provide access to greenspace, health-centered community programming, and other amenities to the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Soulshine: Summertime Celebration at Bonton Farms Strengthens Community Bonds
Community leaders, supporters, and advocates gathered at Bonton Farms for an evening of fellowship and celebration, highlighting the organization’s ongoing work to improve health, create economic opportunities, and foster community development in South Dallas.
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Healthcare Without the Guesswork: How Prism Health North Texas Helps Families Access Affordable Care
Prism Health North Texas is a nonprofit community health center that provides comprehensive, affordable healthcare services to patients of all ages, regardless of insurance status or income.
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Men could live longer. Here’s what can help.
Men in Dallas County are living shorter lives than the national average, with some areas having a life expectancy gap of nearly 20 years, due to factors such as access to care and ignoring symptoms, but getting regular check-ups can help catch problems early.
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Alzheimer’s Research Sites Mark National Clinical Trials Day With Free Memory Screenings
By Dallas Weekly Staff In recognition of National Clinical Trials Day, Alzheimer’s research centers across the United States and Canada are offering free memory screenings for adults ages 55 and […]
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The Midnight Set Serves Culture, Community And A Call To Reclaim The Court
The Midnight Set was a tennis event held at Life Time Fitness that brought together seasoned players and first-timers to promote access, exposure, and community building, while also honoring the legacy of the American Tennis Association and the United States Tennis Association.
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DeDe McGuire Foundation Hosts Impactful Women’s United Expo
The 2nd annual Women’s United Expo, presented by the DeDe McGuire Foundation in partnership with Hey Chica Movement, was a cultural gathering rooted in purpose, visibility, and collective elevation, featuring panels, activations, and a vendor marketplace, all centered around empowering women of color through resources, financial literacy, and community-driven support systems.
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Health & Fitness Expo Empowers South Dallas Residents to Live Well
The annual Health & Fitness Festival and Expo in South Dallas brought families, healthcare providers, and local organizations together to promote health and wellness, featuring free health screenings, fitness challenges, cooking demonstrations, and a live wellness workshop.
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Prism Health North Texas to Celebrate 40th Anniversary with Community Events
Prism Health North Texas (PHNTX) will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2026 with a series of events to honor its legacy of care, build community connections, and raise funds to expand access to essential healthcare services.
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‘Breaking the Silence’: How Black Women Can Fight Breast Cancer
Black women are more likely to die from breast cancer than white women, due to a combination of systemic racism, biological factors, healthcare access barriers, and limited representation in clinical research, but solutions include self-advocacy, understanding family histories, and early detection.
