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Report: Lifting Abortion Restrictions Would Benefit Women, Economy

June 7, 2021 admin 0

By Orlando Advocate / Michayla Savitt – (Source: www.orlandoadvocate.com) – TAMPA, Fla. – Ending reproductive-health restrictions is beneficial for women and the economy, according to an online tool from the Institute for Women’s Policy Research. This year, […]

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Women Face Unique Risks for High Blood Pressure and Stroke

June 2, 2021 admin 0

 American Heart Association – (ource: www.washingtoninformer.com) – From Millennials to Menopause, What You Need to Know About Your Risks  Women have a lot on their plates, and sometimes important self-care can take a back seat to work, family […]

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Employers Can Require Workers to Get COVID Vaccine, Says EEOC

June 2, 2021 admin 0

 By WI Web Staff (Soruce: www.washigntoninformer.com) – Companies will be able to mandate that employees receive a coronavirus vaccine before entering the workplace, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said in an update of its guidelines. […]

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Black Pastors Have Faith in Medical Marijuana Treatment

June 1, 2021 admin 0

(Source: www.flcourier.com) – Editor’s note: This commentary is provided by the Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative (MMERI) of Florida A&M University. Marijuana has long been a target of condemnation in Black churches. And for […]

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COVID-19 Vaccines and Pregnancy: What Expecting Moms Need to Know

June 1, 2021 admin 0

By Dena Vang – (Source: www.westsidegazette.com) – Pregnancy and childbirth are among life’s most cherished moments. While many women count on a healthy pregnancy and delivery, complications tend to arise, especially among Black women. Prior […]

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Senate Confirms Chiquita Brooks-LaSure — First Black Woman to Lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

June 1, 2021 admin 0

NNPA NEWSWIRE – By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent – (Source: www.blackpressusa.com) – The 55 to 44 vote makes Brooks-LaSure the first Black woman to lead CMS in its nearly six-decade history. […]

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Trust Your Gut: Why You Should Get Screened for Colon Cancer

May 28, 2021 admin 0

By Nicole Harris, MD – Even as a primary care physician, I’ll be the first to admit that it’s easy to put off a colonoscopy. I know my patients don’t look forward to the prep […]

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UF Health Brings Home Florida Blues Sapphire Award

May 18, 2021 admin 0

Dr. Ross Jones, of UF Health Jacksonville, Total Care Clinic Group Health recently accepted the Health Equity Sapphire Award from the Florida Blue Foundation. One of nine in the state, the award honors individuals as […]

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Orange Park Medical Center Earns Top Stroke Certification

May 12, 2021 admin 0

Orange Park Medical Center designated as the only Comprehensive Stroke Center in Clay County ORANGE PARK, FL, May 10, 2021 – Orange Park Medical Center has earned a Comprehensive Stroke Center certification for its ability to deliver […]

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Fauci: Time to be ‘more liberal’ on masks as vaccinations increase

May 10, 2021 Staff 0

Dr. Anthony Fauci said he agrees with loosening up guidance on wearing masks indoors as more Americans become vaccinated against the coronavirus. “We do need to start being more liberal as we get more people […]

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