Understanding 'Black fatigue' 鈥� and how to overcome it
Feb 24, 2022
Living with racism is exhausting and a health risk, but you can find ways to protect yourself and others.
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Black running group members want others to follow in their healthy footsteps
Feb 18, 2022
In a recreational sport that's predominantly white, Black runners send a message that they belong.
The legacy of Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, a heart surgery pioneer
Feb 16, 2022
Dr. Daniel Hale Williams accomplished many "firsts" as a Black physician in the late 1800s, including one of the first open-heart surgeries in the world.
Living in segregated neighborhoods may double heart health risks for Black young adults
Feb 2, 2022
Living in segregated neighborhoods during young adulthood may double Black adults' risk for coronary artery calcium, a predictor of heart disease, a new study finds.
Faith-based nonprofit gives teen moms a path to diplomas and jobs
Jan 24, 2022
A Maryland nonprofit supports teen moms to reach high school graduation and become job-ready. Its CEO and founder knows what they're going through.
Residential segregation may increase risk for high blood pressure
Jan 20, 2022
Living in a racially segregated neighborhood increases the risk for high blood pressure for Black and Hispanic adults, a new study finds.
Elder shares stories of life, laughter and American Indian health
Jan 6, 2022
Linda Poolaw, the Grand Chief of the Delaware Grand Council of North America and daughter of famed photographer Horace Poolaw, talks about her sometimes wild past, her serious efforts to protect American Indian health and culture, and her secret for survival.
Higher ed may boost heart health 鈥� but not equally for all races, ethnicities
Jan 5, 2022
Researchers looking at the interplay of education, race and heart health found that white people gained much more from higher levels of schooling.
Seattle nonprofit offers chance at a good life and good health after prison
Dec 13, 2021
Using donated properties, a transitional housing program at the nonprofit Weld Seattle gives residents tools to stay sober, reenter society and stay out of prison.
This nonprofit builds strong 'ground game' for community mental health
Dec 6, 2021
A faith-based nonprofit meets mental health needs in a diverse Maryland community and will train mental health coaches to help erase health inequities.