September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and Dr. Robert Winn urges Black men to understand their increased risk and talk with their doctors about screening. #ProstateCancer,...
The Joint School of Public Health at Norfolk State University and Old Dominion University has earned full CEPH accreditation, making it the only accredited joint public...
As cases of a parasitic illness rise during another summer of extreme heat, experts are examining how climate change, environmental inequality, and decades of disinvestment may...
The documentary Even Me 2.0: Unfinished Business revisits older Black women living with HIV, highlighting ongoing stigma, systemic inequities, and the urgent need for prevention, treatment,...
A global study reveals that rising obesity rates, especially in developed societies, are driven more by increased calorie intake than reduced physical activity—impacting African-American communities at...
After years of decline, tuberculosis cases in the U.S. are climbing again, prompting a warning from the National Medical Association as over 10,000 cases were reported...
The Healthy Churches 2030 Roadmap Tour arrives in Hampton Roads May 3, bringing life-saving health information, community support, and expert guidance to Norfolk State University in...
Virginia Union University has launched the first doula certification program at an HBCU, targeting racial disparities in maternal health and empowering communities through culturally competent care....
Discover how the revamped "Find a Black Doctor" website connects patients with Black physicians to improve health outcomes. #BlackDoctors #HealthEquity #BlackPatientCare #FindABlackDoctor #RepresentationMatters #HealthDisparities #JacksonHeartStudy
Black men face significant health disparities, but proactive care and education can close the gap. Preventive measures, regular screenings, and community engagement are key to fostering...
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.
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From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
