Category: Environmental Health
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Barbados Leader Calls Out COP26 Copouts on Climate Change
THE TAKEAWAY: Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley summed up almost everything you need to...
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‘Unintended Consequences’: The Rubber Industry’s Toxic Legacy in Akron
The jobs that a whole generation of factory workers held in Akron and other cities are mostly gone, but the health effects of the toxins they worked around every day still linger.
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Stacey Abrams and Spencer Overton Talk Voter Suppression, Safeguarding the Black Vote
Expectations of voter suppression and intimidation are at an all-time high in the days leading up...
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Black Women’s History in the Making: Fighting Climate Change
The climate crisis may have a greater impact on black and poor communities. These four sisters are...
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Hair Dye and Black Women’s Breast Cancer Risk: It’s Lower Than You Think
How to really interpret the new statistics on breast cancer, hair dye and hair straighteners and protect your health.
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Barbara Hillary, 1st Black Woman to Visit North and South Poles, Dies at 88
Not one for boring trips with boring people, Barbara Hillary became hooked on adventure travel...
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Is That Bottled Water Really Better for You?
African Americans spend more on bottled water than any other group, but are we getting our money’s...
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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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