With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act slashing Medicaid funding, sickle cell patients in Virginia face dangerous coverage losses and reduced access to...
President Trump’s firing of CDC Director Dr. Susan Monarez and sweeping staff resignations have gutted programs vital to Black health, cutting HIV prevention, public health grants,...
The FDA’s suspension of a critical milk testing program amid staffing cuts is raising alarms among food safety experts and Black health advocates concerned about rising...
The Norfolk (VA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, in partnership with the City of Norfolk, will host a free Wellness Expo on April 5, 2025, to...
A recent study presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2024 annual meeting highlights alarming disparities in pain management among Black patients recovering from surgery. Black patients are 29%...
The Digital Download is a weekly column dedicated to exploring the power, promise, and impact of technology in our everyday lives, written by Delegate Cliff Hayes, an experienced technology leader and public servant.
The column aims to educate, inform, and empower readers with insight into how digital tools, innovations, and trends are shaping our communities, policies, and futures.
From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
