Mayor Brandon Scott, left, is pictured getting his vaccine shot in March. Mayor Scott announced that effective Oct. 18, all city employees will have to report their vaccination status or submit to weekly COVID testing. (Photo by Mark Dennis) By AFRO Staff Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott tested positive for COVID-19 the morning of Oct. 4. […]
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COGIC churches to host vaccine clinic this Saturday
COGIC CHURCHES TO HOLD WALK-UP VACCINE CLINIC DURING COMMUNITY OUTREACH DAY Gardening demo, vendors and info on community services will also be available. BALTIMORE — A walk-up vaccine clinic will be held on Saturday, October 9, 2021 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Greater Emmanuel Ministries Church of God In Christ, 4839 Hazelwood Avenue, […]
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In addition to COVID concerns, D.C. braces for the flu
As the world worries about COVID-19, people in the District are also bracing themselves for an influx of flu cases and health leaders are encouraging people to get the flu vaccine. (Courtesy Photo) By Katia Pechenkina Special to the AFRO While the country is experiencing the highest number of daily coronavirus deaths reported since the […]
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NAACP to host 2 day COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Baltimore, Maryland
BALTIMORE —In partnership with the Baltimore City Health Department and Five Medicine, the NAACP will host a 2-day vaccination clinic for members of the community. NAACP will offer education and other resources to ensure community members are aware of the benefits of the vaccine. Interested participants can register for the vaccination clinic by visiting covax.baltimorecity.gov or by calling […]
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White House senior advisor emphasizes working with the facts
Former then President-elect Biden’s COVID-19 Equity Task Force and current White House COVID-19 Response Senior Advisor Dr. Marcella Nunez- Smith emphasized that vaccinations are still the best way to protect from COVID-19 related hospitalizations and fatalities. (Courtesy Photo) By Micha Green AFRO D.C. and Digital Editor mgreen@afro.com After serving as the chair for then President-elect […]
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Take control of your health: A common-sense guide to prevention
Dr. Jeffrey Sterling advises living by the “Four W’s:” wear a mask, wash your hands, watch your distance and warn others if you have been exposed. (Courtesy of Black Health Matters) By Black Health Matters The centerpiece of Dr. Jeffrey Sterling’s preventive health care presentation to this month’s Black Health Matters Fall Summit was his […]
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Public, State Board press Chancellor for more virtual learning options
With DCPS open for solely in-person instruction, members of the public and D.C. State Board of Education are pushing the District’s Mayor and Chancellor to consider expanding virtual learning options. (Courtesy Photo) By Deborah Bailey Special to the AFRO Many Washingtonians are still pressing City leaders to consider more virtual learning options and guidelines after […]
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4 things to know about COVID-19 vaccines and pregnancy
www.phila.gov By Dena Vang As cases of the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus continue to raise concerns across the United States, doctors and public health officials are urging pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to get vaccinated. Here are four things pregnant women need to know about COVID-19 vaccines. Pregnancy is a risk factor for having […]
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Infections Up in DMV, Vaccinations Remain Low in Black Communities
(Screengrab from YouTube video) By Howard University News Service WASHINGTON — Like much of the nation, cities and counties in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C., have seen rapidly rising coronavirus infections, particularly in those communities with the lowest vaccination rates, according to health departments. African Americans, according to data, consistently remain the lowest vaccinated population […]
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The ‘Unfairness’ of COVID-19
Photo courtesy of the Merritt family By Sylvester Brown Jr. Deaconess Fellow, St. Louis American This post was originally published on St. Louis American Pamela Merritt has been wrestling with feelings of unfairness lately. Her older brother, William (Bill) Edward Merritt III, 51, passed away from COVID-19 last month. The unfair part about “Bill’s” passing, […]
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The pandemic takes a toll on mental health in the Black community
According to the CDC’s most recent Household Pulse Survey, 30% of Black respondents reported experiencing symptoms of anxiety disorder, compared to 25% of White respondents. (Courtesy photo) By Maya Pottiger Special to the AFRO Pandemic fatigue is hitting harder this time around. After a few weeks where it seemed like the United States was finally […]
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AKAs Observe National HBCU Week with free COVID vaccines, test, mammograms
By Micha Green AFRO D.C. and Digital Editor mgreen@afro.com Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated has been dedicated to the fight against breast cancer and COVID-19 and, since its inception, has emphasized the importance of education. As part of of National History Black Colleges and University (HBCU) Week, members of Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) are working […]