In an inspiring blend of community spirit and athletic camaraderie, Dallas Wings’ center Kalani Brown recently hosted a heartwarming breast cancer awareness fundraiser at PINSTACK bowling alley. This event, Strike […]
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This Black Queer Therapist Is Helping Black LGTBQ+ Folks Heal
by Nadira Jamerson It’s no secret that systemic racism exposes Black Americans to more trauma throughout their lifetime. It’s also clear that, with less than 4% of U.S. psychiatrists identifying as […]
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Groundbreaking Ceremony for Park South YMCA: A New Era of Community Wellness
The Park South YMCA celebrated a significant milestone with a groundbreaking ceremony that marks the beginning of a new era for community wellness and engagement. This state-of-the-art facility, set to […]
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The downfall of School Lunches: Is there any real hope for progress?
In 2022 DW talked about Dallas Independent School District (DISD) students receiving moldy food, repeatedly in their lunches. Let’s take a look of what has changed for students in public […]
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Half of Black Gay Men Will be Diagnosed With HIV, Despite Preventive Treatments. Why?
Black gay and bisexual men in Iowa face significant barriers to accessing PrEP, including mistrust, stigma, discrimination, inadequate medical insurance, lack of knowledge, and fear of side effects, but public health awareness and education, culturally sensitive educational programs, and free access to PrEP could help address these issues.
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The Wellness Industry Isn’t the Fix
The Global Wellness Industry has seen rapid growth, with wellness tourism and spas being the fastest growing sectors, but critics argue that this does not address the root causes of chronic stress and other conditions leading to poor health.
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Code Compliance Notifies City Attorney of Numerous Violations at Monroe Group Property
Residents of Peoples El Shaddai Village, a government subsidized apartment complex in East Oak Cliff, have reported numerous health and safety violations, including mold, sewer backups, and broken air conditioning, and are seeking legal action against the property manager, Monroe Group.
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Disparities in ADHD Diagnosis and Collective Solutions
The rising cases of ADHD among children, particularly boys, has led to a need for educators to be prepared to meet their needs, as students of color are often over-disciplined and underdiagnosed, leading to a higher likelihood of being underserved by the education system.
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‘This is how our ancestors who created the first freedman towns survived’: How Oak Cliff Veggie Project Plans to Heal South Dallas
The Oak Cliff Veggie Project, a nonprofit organization founded in 2015, is working to address food insecurity in South Dallas by providing fresh produce and promoting food self-sufficiency.
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Sunny South Dallas Food Park makes its return at a new location on MLK Jr. Boulevard
The Sunny South Dallas Food Park is returning to the Save-A-Lot parking lot on MLK Jr. Blvd on October 19th, featuring local food trucks, handcrafted goods, sweet treats, and family-friendly fun, with vendors automatically entered as nominees for the 5th annual Best of Black Dallas Awards.
