Why the CDC Has Recommended New COVID-19 Boosters for All
Everyone over the age of 6 months should get the latest COVID-19 booster, not just high-risk groups, a federal expert panel recommends.
Black Community in W. Va. Sues the EPA Over Toxic Air Pollution
West Virginia has only two Black census tracts. One is in Chemical Valley and has a cancer risk that is 36 times the level the EPA considers acceptable.
Uncovered: How the Insurance Industry Denies Coverage to Patients
Health insurers reject millions of claims for treatment every year in America. Corporate insiders, recordings and internal emails expose the system and its harm.
A Push to Reopen Major Polluter in Black Birmingham
Black Birmingham has experienced some of the nation’s worst pollution from a plant that its owners want to reopen despite mounting fines, lawsuits and debt.
How to Survive Risky Heat Waves
When temperatures hit 100 degrees, experts warn people to avoid heat stroke or even death by drinking lots of water and staying cool as much as possible.
A Striking Gap Between Deaths of Black and White Babies Plagues the South
In the South, infant mortality is by far the highest in the country, with Mississippi’s rate of 8.12 deaths per 1,000 live births ranking worst.
Growing Up Black and Korean in America
“My Asian” is a lyrical short film from the perspective of poet and performer Suzen Baraka, which tells her story of growing up Black and Korean in America.
An Alliance of Melanated Eco-Activists Introduce ‘Black Girl Environmentalist’
Black Girl Environmentalist, or “BGE,” brings together women and non-binary individuals with a shared interest in environmentalism, including newcomers.
5 Tips to Show Your Hair and Skin Extra Love
Changing weather exposes our bodies to environmental conditions that can alter our appearance. When the seasons shift, it’s time to revamp your beauty routine!
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Inequality Is an Underlying COVID-19 Risk Factor
African Americans are contracting the coronavirus at an alarming rate, accounting for up to 70% of deaths in some areas. Is there hope? Yes, there are things that we can do, Dr. Melissa Clark explains. Click here to read.
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‘We Made It. All of Us,’ Jackson Says in Celebratory Speech
By Nyah Marshall It was truly a day of celebration as Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson made her first...
