By Karen Stokes The Biden administration announced plans to fight COVID-19 this fall and winter, when cases are expected to rise, with a focus on ensuring access to the newly-updated booster … [Read more...]
4 Tips to Help Keep Children COVID-Free During the School Year
By Dena Vang Parents, caregivers, and educators have had vastly different experiences with COVID protocols over the course of the pandemic. With the 2022-2023 school year approaching and … [Read more...]
COVID Vaccines for the Youngest Among Us
By Josephine McNeal As of mid-June, children ages 6 months through 4 years can now get COVID vaccines. This authorization expands eligibility for the vaccines to nearly 20 million additional … [Read more...]
It’s Complicated: Understanding the Complexities of COVID, Motherhood, and Mental Health in the Black Community
By Josephine McNeal Creating life and starting or growing a family can bring pure joy to a woman’s life. It can also be a source of anxiety and hidden fear. In addition to the physical changes … [Read more...]
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Rebuilding Black Business after COVID-19 Catastrophe
By Will Martin Candidate for Wisconsin Lt. Governor Federal statistics indicate over 40% of Black-owned businesses did not survive the COVID-19 shutdown. In fact, Black-owned businesses closed … [Read more...]
Milwaukee County Public Health Collaborative Announces New Campaigns Encouraging COVID-19 Vaccinations in Low-Vaccine Rate Zip Codes
Campaigns target parents of young kids and adults ages 65 and older The Milwaukee County Public Health Collaborative (MCPHC) is announcing a two-part public awareness campaign designed to increase … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know Now That Kids Can Get Vaccinated
By O. Ricardo Pimentel This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit … [Read more...]
Pandemic Problems: Top Tips to Celebrate Independence Day Safely During COVID-19
By Dena Vang After two years of cancellations and alternative celebrations, cities across the country are getting ready to bring back fireworks, parades, barbecues and picnics, and other Fourth … [Read more...]
The FDA Approves Vaccines for Children Under 5 to 6 Months
By Karen Stokes On Wednesday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) panel recommended authorizing Moderna and Pfizer COVID vaccination shots for children under 5 to 6 months. The FDA will … [Read more...]
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As COVID-19 Tore Us Apart, Black Music Kept Us Together
President Joe Biden declared June to be Black Music Appreciation Month, a time to celebrate the powerful influence Black music has had on American culture and heritage. Originally created by former … [Read more...]
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