Florida is the first state in the US to phase out all childhood vaccine mandates, which public health experts warn will deepen racial health inequities, expose more children to preventable illness, and further politicize science.
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Posted inEducation
Why Aren’t Our Students Coming to Class Anymore?
Chronic absenteeism in US schools has nearly doubled since the pandemic began, with low-income and minority students disproportionately affected, and public schools losing over 1 million students to private and homeschool options, while education leaders are testing strategies to reverse these trends.
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War on Children: Trump Administration’s Damaging Policies Exposed
The Trump administration’s policies are harming children by cutting funding for after-school programs, food aid, and healthcare, and by eviscerating the federal Department of Education, which is a direct assault on children’s health, development, and dignity.
Posted inRobert Wood Johnson Foundation
Our Fight At Home: Mental Health Screenings for Veterans Often Flawed
Veterans, especially those of color and women, face inequity in healthcare access and suffer from higher rates of PTSD and suicide, due to flawed screenings and stigma, highlighting the need for validated mental health screenings and culturally competent care.
Posted inWord In Black
Why Don’t Black Women Join Clinical Trials?Â
Black women are underrepresented in cancer clinical trials due to a long history of medical mistrust and implicit bias, which can lead to less research overall to help understand Black women’s high breast cancer mortality rates.
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Black Doctor Shortage Persists Despite Rise in Black Physicians
Despite a rise in Black physicians over the past 20 years, the shortage of Black doctors in the U.S. remains high, and the Trump administration’s push to end affirmative action and DEI programs could make it even more difficult for Black students to earn medical degrees, leading to poorer health outcomes for Black people.
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Katrina Closed Their HBCU. So This Professor Opened Doors
After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, Coppin State University in Baltimore opened its doors to Dillard University students, providing them with a safe haven, financial assistance, and the opportunity to continue their education.
Posted inMetro
Federal Compliance or Federal Concession?
The City of Dallas is hosting community engagement meetings to discuss the potential loss of federal funding due to President Trump’s executive orders, and residents are expressing frustration over the city’s compliance with the orders.
Posted inWord In Black
Racism Acknowledged, but Appetite for Civil Rights Laws Wanes
Gallup’s recent poll reveals that 64% of Americans believe racism against Black people is widespread, but less than half of Americans believe the country needs new civil rights laws to reduce discrimination, with stark differences between white and Black Americans.
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Innovation With Intention: The Power and Diversity of Black-Owned Ventures
Black entrepreneurs are redefining entrepreneurship with their holistic health ventures, tech startups, and education tech solutions, creating a legacy of innovation and impact in their communities.
