By Aswad Walker Originally appeared in Word in Black With states from sea to shining sea enacting laws to ban Diversity, Equity and Inclusion offices, and the SCOTUS overturning of […]
Category: This Week
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American Cancer Society Launches Largest-ever Study to Probe Disparities in Cancer Outcomes for Black Women
The American Cancer Society has launched the VOICES of Black Women study to investigate the disparities in cancer survival rates among Black women, aiming to enroll over 100,000 Black women aged 25 to 55 to examine the impact of medical history, lifestyle factors, and experiences of racism on cancer risk and mortality.
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“Texas Prisoners Are Being Cooked to Death”
A lawsuit has been filed by attorneys on behalf of all prisoners in units without air conditioning, demanding a federal judge to declare the stifling conditions constitute cruel and unusual punishment and set 85 degrees as the maximum temperature for state-run prisons.
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Impact Ventures Launches Community Micro Equity Fund Supported by PNC Foundation $500,000 Grant
DALLAS, May 6, 2024 – Impact Ventures has received a half-million-dollar grant from the PNC Foundation to create the PNC Community Micro Equity Fund, which is designed to help connect […]
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For Our Champion
James A. Washington, Publisher Emeritus of the Dallas Weekly, passed away on February 1, 2019, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to the Black Press and small Black businesses, and inspiring countless individuals with his kindness, wisdom, and encouragement.
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A Dallas Watchdog and Atlanta’s North Star: James Washington was a Champion of the Black Press
James A. Washington, a dedicated journalist, editor, and publisher for over 45 years, passed away on April 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of courage, integrity, and social justice.
Posted inSpiritual
Love Conquers All: Biblical Perspective
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.
