A recent study found that consuming processed red meat, such as sausages, bacon, and hotdogs, is associated with a 16 percent higher risk of dementia and a faster rate of cognitive aging.
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American Heart Association and NNPA team up to discuss changing the future of cardiovascular health
The American Heart Association and the National Newspaper Publishers Association partnered to host a symposium to address health disparities faced by Black Americans and discuss the role of the Black Press in disseminating accurate information about cardiovascular health.
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Wash, dry, enroll: Finding medicaid help at the laundromat
Fabric Health, a startup, is connecting people with Medicaid and ACA coverage by meeting them at laundromats, helping them with their health needs and enrolling them in coverage programs.
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Opioids are killing older Black men in D.C. at some of the highest rates in the country
Black men born between 1951 and 1970 accounted for nearly 38% of D.C.’s opioid fatalities in 2022, while only making up about 4% of D.C.’s total population. The city has implemented various programs and initiatives to tackle the opioid emergency, but few solutions have targeted the most vulnerable men, including those who have been unhoused or not having a stable living arrangement.
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Robert Kennedy and healthcare. Is there trust?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaxxer, was confirmed as the new secretary of health and Human Services by the Senate in a vote split along party lines, 52-48.
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Black nurses advocate for health equity at 37th Annual Capitol Hill event
The National Black Nurses Association’s 37th Annual Black Nurses Day on Capitol Hill brought together healthcare professionals and advocates to address systemic health disparities and push for legislative action to advance health equity in Black communities.
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How to deal with fresh health insurance deductibles in the new year
Patients with high-deductible health insurance plans may face a financial crunch at the start of every year, but there are ways to manage the challenge, such as using tax-exempt accounts, seeking financial assistance, and being persistent in asking for help.
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HIV infections could jump over six times if U.S. support is dropped and not replaced, UNAIDS chief says
UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima warned that if the U.S. stops supporting efforts to combat HIV worldwide, there could be 8.7 million new HIV infections, 6.3 million AIDS-related deaths, and 3.4 million children made orphans by 2029.
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Executive order could push up prescription drug prices
President Donald Trump rescinded a Biden administration order on prescription drugs, which could hike prices for Medicare and Medicaid enrollees, while also rolling back protections put in place by President Joe Biden, such as capping annual out-of-pocket prescription costs at $2,000.
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Prioritizing therapy and mental health in 2025: Navigating challenges and embracing healing
As the new presidential administration takes over, maintaining well-being is crucial for Black Americans, with self-care and therapy being important tools to manage the increased stress and challenges they will face in the next four years.
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Gov. Wes Moore touts progress in fight to end child poverty in Maryland
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has announced significant investments in the ENOUGH Act, a state-run initiative to end child poverty, through community-driven solutions and partnerships with philanthropists.
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U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration awards $1 million in planning grants to 14 states
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded $1 million in planning grants to 14 states as part of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid Demonstration Program, which aims to address the ongoing mental health and substance abuse crises nationwide.