By Karen Brooks Harper, The Texas Tribune Nov. 30, 2023 “Texas attorney general sues Pfizer, claiming vaccines didn’t end pandemic quickly enough” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a […]
Category: Health
Is Helping Black Moms Out Financially Unconstitutional?
By Alexa Spencer Originally appeared in Word in Black A nonprofit and a law firm filed a lawsuit against the city of San Francisco and the state of California over […]
She Reps: Azia Whitted
Azia Whitted is a woman that wears many hats, going in a lot of directions. Thankfully, Whitted has learned the art of being present, taking a pause and realizing the […]
WIC Funding Gap Threatens Access for Black Families
By Alexa Spencer Originally appeared in Word in Black For the first time in over two decades, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is facing […]
Experience U4ia: Vanessa Simmons’ health and wellness retreat coming to Dallas
Actress and entrepreneur Vanessa Simmons looks to illuminate the purpose of her beauty brand, U4ia, and encourage affordable and accessible self-care through her inaugural wellness retreat Experience U4ia, coming to […]
In Texas’ Panhandle, a long-awaited oasis for mental health care is springing up
By Jayme Lozano Carver, The Texas Tribune Nov. 22, 2023 “In Texas’ Panhandle, a long-awaited oasis for mental health care is springing up” was first published by The Texas Tribune, […]
She Reps: Dr. Tiffany Payne
Dr. Tiffany Payne is not just a newlywed and the mother of two beautiful children, but a lover of Jesus Christ, survivor of domestic violence, molestation and low self-esteem. An […]
Racial Healing and Sisterhood on Two Wheels
By Joseph Williams Originally appeared in Word in Black Growing up, riding a bicycle was one of Monica Garrison’s favorite summertime activities. The sense of excitement and freedom she felt […]
Emerging Cure for Sickle Cell on its Way to FDA Approval, Carries Hefty Price Tag
After successful experimental procedures utilizing gene editing technology, the cure for sickle cell is currently advancing through the FDA’s approval process. The development offers greater medical security to Black Americans, […]
Preserved by Purpose: The Hardest Thing to Say About Friendship
A number of years ago, my heart sank as I once again heard the words, “I didn’t want to say anything but….” from a close friend about another friend. My […]