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Black Nurses Association Launches Mental Health Initiative
The National Black Nurses Association launched a comprehensive mental health initiative providing culturally competent care and support services. The ...
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Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett's Groundbreaking COVID-19 Vaccine Research
Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, the immunologist who played a key role in developing the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, continues her groundbreaking research in inf...
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Black-Owned Pharmacy Chain Expands Access to Medications
A Black-owned pharmacy chain announced plans to open 100 new locations in underserved communities, improving access to prescription medications and he...
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Breakthrough Sickle Cell Treatment Shows Promising Results
Researchers at Howard University announced breakthrough results in gene therapy for sickle cell disease, with 95% of patients showing significant impr...
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Pioneering Heart Surgeon Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice Saves Lives
Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, President of Morehouse School of Medicine, continues her pioneering work in cardiovascular surgery while training the nex...
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Community Health Centers Expand in Underserved Areas
A network of Black-led community health centers announced the opening of 50 new clinics in underserved areas, providing comprehensive healthcare servi...
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Maternal Health Initiative Reduces Mortality Rates
A Black-led maternal health initiative has successfully reduced maternal mortality rates by 40% in participating hospitals. The program focuses on imp...
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Telemedicine Platform Serves Rural Black Communities
A new telemedicine platform specifically designed for rural Black communities has provided healthcare access to over 100,000 patients. The service inc...
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Innovative Diabetes Prevention Program Shows Success
A culturally tailored diabetes prevention program developed by Black healthcare professionals has shown remarkable success, reducing diabetes risk by ...
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Black Medical Students Reach Record Enrollment Numbers
Medical schools across the nation report record-breaking enrollment of Black students, with a 21% increase over the past five years. This surge addres...
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Hurricane Helene Relief: Best Friends Awards $15,000 Grant to Support Georgia's Hard-Hit Animal Shelters
Hurricane Helene Relief: Best Friends Awards $15,000 Grant to Support Georgia's Hard-Hit Animal Shelters As communities impacted by Hurricane Helene ...
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Auburn University Dance Marathon
The 2024 Auburn University Dance Marathon (AUDM) raised a total of $356,036.24 for the Bill and Olivia Amos Children's Hospital at Piedmont Columbus R...
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(BPRW) Dentist Duo Presented with the Chamber'sYoPros Award
Drs. Kevin and Kyle Phanord continue to serve the South Floridacommunity(Black PR Wire) MIAMI, Fla. – The spotlight is on dentistry excellence! Thed...
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Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc. Announces Annual Gala
Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc. Announces Annual Gala ATLANTA - Get ready to step into a magical world of wonder and excitement at the 2nd An...
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OnMed CareStation Available at Valley Healthcare System
Valley Healthcare System has introduced innovative OnMed CareStations to provide convenient, accessible healthcare services to the community. These au...
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Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia Announces Annual Gala
The Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia announced its annual gala, 'A Winter Wonderland, All for You,' to raise awareness and funds for sickle cell dise...
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Piedmont Columbus Regional Honors 12 Nurse Resident Graduates
Piedmont Columbus Regional Medical Center celebrated the graduation of 12 new nurse residents who completed an intensive training program. The graduat...