Sickle cell disease highlights healthcare inequities in minority communities
About one in 13 Black or African-American children is born with the sickle cell trait and…
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Major downtown institutions come together to address race equity and institutional needs
St. Anthony’s Hospital, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, and Bayfront…
Tampa Bay area faith and community leaders take health to wealth pledge
On Dec. 30, the Collective Empowerment Group of the Tampa Bay Area’s…
What can we do from crisis to hope: How COVID-19 has critically affected our Black children
Among children who lost a parent to COVID-19, 20 percent were Black children, which means…
A budget reflective of our values
“Our city is underperforming when it comes down to fighting hunger,” said Corey…
Next Stepp continues to fight health inequities amid controversy
The Next STEPP Pregnancy Center, located at 1210 22nd St. S, educates, supports and…
Senator Darryl Rouson discussed latest achievements, goals moving forward
‘The human spirit is strong and resilient,’ said Senator Darryl Rouson. ST.…
Florida’s laws threaten health outcomes, increase stigma around HIV
BY J.A. JONES, Staff Writer STATEWIDE — Advances in technology and treatment have…
FAST tackles affordable housing, behavioral health and criminal justice
Left, Rev. Robert Ward, Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist and Fr. Tom Anastasia, St. Matthew…
Local coalition of pastors address vaccine disparity
A group of local pastors, led by Rev. Dr. Wayne G. Thompson, held a press conference on…
‘The Color of Wellness’ magazine aims to close the wellness gaps within communities of color
Michelle Greene Rhodes will launch “The Color of Wellness” on Jan. 20 ST. PETERSBURG…
From mock doctor to real doctor: Gabbidon fights for public health
Dr. Kemesha Gabbidon helps prevent the spread of infectious disease as a community…