Love, in the biblical sense, is an unconditional state of being that only results in positive outcomes, and is our reason for being, our reason for salvation, and our reason for being loved by God.
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Black Women’s Hair Loss: The Impact of Hairstyles and the Quest for Scalp Health
Black women are more likely to experience traction alopecia due to high tension hairstyles like tight braids, slick back buns, tight ponytails, etc., which can be detrimental for Black women who hold their hair with spiritual and cultural significance.
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In rural Texas, ERs are facing a growing mental health crisis
Rural hospitals in Texas are facing a growing mental health crisis due to a shortage of mental health care providers and long wait times for treatment, and a pilot program has been launched to provide telepsychiatry consultations to help ER doctors treat mental health patients in the ER.
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A Chicken in Every Pot — and an A/C in Every Window?
Oregon is providing air conditioning to Medicaid recipients to help protect them from heat-related illness, which is disproportionately affecting Black communities, as well as other vulnerable populations.
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Dallas-based Hospice Provider Settles for Millions, Shining Light On Fraud in U.S. Healthcare
Elara Caring has settled a DOJ investigation for improperly placing ineligible patients in hospice care to maximize profits, resulting in higher healthcare costs for everyone.
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Remembering Our Purpose – A Tribute to James Alfred Washington
The NNPA-the Black Press of America must reclaim its rightful place in the hearts and minds of those who once relied on it for Truth and Justice, and must rekindle the spirit of its predecessors by reporting the news “without fear or favor” and using the pages of its newspapers to “Light the Road to Freedom”.
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Preserved by Purpose – Hot Water Cornbread and Mama’s Wisdom
On Mother’s Day, a woman shares her experience of learning to make hot water cornbread from her mother, who patiently taught her the key to balancing the ingredients and the importance of patience.
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The Other Side of the Game: Black Athletes and Mental HealthÂ
Former NFL player Doug Middleton is leading a movement to raise awareness about Black athlete mental health, with the goal of creating a safe space for Black voices and encouraging Black athletes to take care of their mental health.
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Biden Hails 175,000 New Jobs, Urges Continued Economic Resilience
The US economy added 175,000 jobs in April, with the unemployment rate remaining at historically low levels of 3.9%, and wages have consistently outpaced inflation since May of the previous year.
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