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Why Racism Should Be Treated As Health Risk

As a society we cannot afford to perpetuate health inequities by undermining or disguising the biological impact of racism.
by April Thames
10.21.19
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Chicago Nonprofit Aims To Combat Diabetes Epidemic

A new Chicago-based nonprofit is aiming to combat diabetes within the Black community.
by NewsOne Staff
08.11.19
Planned Parenthood Protests Trump Administration's Title X Rule Change
Court Strips Planned Parenthood Of Government Funding

A federal appeals court upheld an Ohio law that strips Planned Parenthood of government funding.
by NewsOne Staff
03.13.19
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Luke Perry's Death Raises Awareness About Strokes

Actor Luke Perry died at age 52 from a stroke, which takes the lives of African-Americans at a statistically higher…
by Nigel Roberts
03.05.19
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HIV And African Americans: New Study Highlights Treatment

New research is making rounds.
by Clarissa Hamlin
10.18.18
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How Religion Impacts Efforts To Lower Blood Pressure

A study suggested that practicing religion can improve efforts to reduce hypertension in Black people.
by Nigel Roberts
10.10.18
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Chance The Rapper Supports Chicago’s Mental Health Services

Chance the Rapper announced that he will be donating $1 million to better the mental health care resources in Chicago.
by NewsOne Staff
10.08.18
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Study: Black Children Suicide Rate Higher Than Whites

Black lives matter.
by Clarissa Hamlin
05.22.18
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