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Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers Dr. Sophia George (pictured) and Dr. Matthew Schlumbrecht are leading an ambitious study focused on ovarian cancer treatment for women of African descent. (Courtesy photo)
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Breaking Barriers: Ovarian Cancer Study Expanded to Africa

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown October 24, 2024October 24, 2024

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers are leading a study to address the underrepresentation of Black women in clinical trials for the drug niraparib, by enrolling women of African descent in a study in Nigeria to understand how they metabolize the drug.

Television host Ananda Lewis has made viral news, revealing that she has stage IV breast cancer and has taken controversial steps to save her life. (Courtesy of Ananda Lewis via Facebook)
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The Uncertain Journey Of Battling Breast Cancer: Ananda Lewis Shares Her Cancer Journey

Avatar photo by Lindiwe Vilakazi October 23, 2024October 23, 2024
First lady Dr. Jill Biden announced $110 million in awards from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to fund research and development in women's health. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
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First Lady Dr. Jill Biden Announces $110 Million in Awards for Women’s Health Research Push

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown October 23, 2024October 23, 2024
**FILE** Black patients recovering from major surgery are less likely to receive a pain management approach proven to reduce opioid dependence, according to new research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2024 annual meeting in Philadelphia. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
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Study Uncovers Disparities in Post-Surgical Pain Management for Black Patients

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown October 21, 2024October 22, 2024
**FILE** President Joe Biden announced a new Environmental Protection Agency rule that mandates the replacement of lead service lines across the nation within 10 years. (WI photo)
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Biden Announces Nationwide Push for Lead Pipe Replacement, Prioritizing Underserved Communities

by WI Web Editor October 10, 2024October 10, 2024
Lourdine Jean-Francois, a holistic therapist and coach at Better Days Counseling LLC, acknowledges the potential of Black mental health professionals burning out and suggests ways to avoid it. While Black mental health professionals are critical, studies show they are facing particular challenges due to burnout. (Courtesy of Lourdine Jean-Francois via Facebook)
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Black Therapists Face Increased Challenges

Avatar photo by Lindiwe Vilakazi October 9, 2024October 9, 2024
Deneen Richmond, president of Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Luminis Health breast surgeons Dr. Allison Bruff and Dr. Regina Hampton, and Dr. Deborah Whitehurst-Brown, an Ob-Gyn, pose for a photo at Luminis Health Lanham’s Pink Ribbon Rally, where attendees were offered free mammograms and breast screenings. (Courtesy of Luminis Health)
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Luminis Health Holds Pink Ribbon Rally to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

by Richard D. Elliott October 9, 2024October 9, 2024
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From American Dream to Addiction: Three D.C. Residents Seek Hope as Overdose Deaths Decline

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown October 7, 2024October 7, 2024
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra delivers opening remarks at the inaugural Sickle Cell Disease Summit held at the Hubert H. Humphries Building in southwest D.C. on Sept. 24. (Courtesy of hhs.gov)
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HHS Holds Inaugural Sickle Cell Disease Summit 2024 Commemorating Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month

Avatar photo by Lindiwe Vilakazi October 2, 2024October 2, 2024
J.D. Vance (left) was selected to join Donald Trump's presidential campaign as his running mate. (Courtesy of @DrSchwertner via X)
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ACA Rollback in Trump-Vance Plan Could Leave Millions Without Health Coverage, Raise Costs for Cancer and Other Vulnerable Patients

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown October 1, 2024October 1, 2024

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