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Hidden Heat Risk for Black Student Athletes
Hidden Heat Risk for Black Student Athletes

Extreme heat can be fatal without hydration and breaks. Black student-athletes living in Southern states are at a higher risk.

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HealthAnissa DurhamAugust 8, 2023Health, Climate
How to Find Factual Health Sources
How to Find Factual Health Sources

It can be hard to tell what’s true on the internet. Follow these tips to make sure you are reading and sharing factual health information.

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HealthAnissa DurhamAugust 2, 2023Health, Series, Healthcare
The Power of Safe Reporting on Mental Health
The Power of Safe Reporting on Mental Health

More than 12 million Americans experienced suicidal thoughts in 2021. For Black folks, reducing the stigma can help those suffering in silence work towards healing.

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Mental healthAnissa DurhamJuly 27, 2023Mental Health, Suicide prevention
How Reparations Could Relieve Medical Debt for Black Folks
How Reparations Could Relieve Medical Debt for Black Folks

California’s reparations package proposes $1.2 million in payments to eligible Black residents. Here’s how that money could change lives.

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HealthAnissa DurhamJuly 16, 2023Health, Healthcare, Racism
Black Men Are Shifting the Mental Health Narrative
Black Men Are Shifting the Mental Health Narrative

Black men experience daily feelings of anxiety or depression, but stigma keeps them from seeking mental health services.

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Mental healthAnissa DurhamJuly 3, 2023Health, Mental Health
How Parents Can Protect Babies From RSV
How Parents Can Protect Babies From RSV

Respiratory syncytial virus is a common illness that causes cold-like symptoms. But for premature babies and those with lung issues, RSV can be fatal.

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HealthAnissa DurhamJune 13, 2023Health, Healthcare, Children
Millions of Black Americans Live in Cardiology Deserts
Millions of Black Americans Live in Cardiology Deserts

A new GoodRx Health report found that more than 16 million Black Americans live in counties that have limited or no access to cardiologists.

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HealthAnissa DurhamJune 1, 2023Health, Healthcare
What Happened to Journalism’s Racial Reckoning?
What Happened to Journalism’s Racial Reckoning?

After George Floyd’s murder, white-owned newsrooms promised to support Black journalists. Three years later, how supported are they?

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LocalAnissa DurhamMay 23, 2023Racism, Journalism
Black Teens Are Suffering in Silence
Black Teens Are Suffering in Silence

During COVID-19, teens experienced higher rates of suicide attempts. For Black youth, the mental health impact is still lingering.

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Mental healthAnissa DurhamMay 10, 2023Suicide prevention, Mental Health
Black Therapists Speak on Burnout
Black Therapists Speak on Burnout

With only 4% of mental health professionals being Black — burnout is all too common. 3 therapists share their experiences.

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Mental healthAnissa DurhamMay 4, 2023Mental Health, Health
This Rare Sleep Disorder Has Life-Altering Consequences
This Rare Sleep Disorder Has Life-Altering Consequences

Idiopathic hypersomnia impacts less than 200,000 people in the U.S. That makes it even more difficult to live with.

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HealthAnissa DurhamApril 26, 2023Healthcare, Health
5 Ways You Can Use Less Plastic
5 Ways You Can Use Less Plastic

Black folks are disproportionately impacted by plastic pollution. Although we may not be able to avoid plastic pollution, there are simple steps we can take to reduce our plastic intake.

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HealthAnissa DurhamApril 17, 2023Health, Plastic, Plastic Pollution
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