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    The Drum Beats Again for Our Black Colleges By Dennis Richmond, Jr.

    More than a decade ago, I started talking to young people, mostly teenagers, about Historically Black Colleges and Universities because I knew firsthand what an HBCU could do for a young Black student. I was 19 years old and attending Claflin University when I began...

    What can Black New Yorkers expect from a Bruce Blakeman administration?

    https://youtu.be/IkYkdx2x11w With Election Day approaching, Black Westchester Magazine sits down for an exclusive interview with Nassau County Executive and Republican candidate for New York Governor Bruce Blakeman. Publisher Damon K. Jones goes beyond the usual political talking points to ask Blakeman direct questions about the issues affecting...
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    This Women’s History Month, Let’s Prioritize Black Women’s Mental Health—and Their Whole Health

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    Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Delivers First Address as HHS Secretary: What Does it Mean for Black America’s Health

    https://youtu.be/ZH9JEQeLiJA Washington, D.C. – March 2025In his first official address as Secretary of Health and...

    Avocados: A Nutritional Ally for Black Americans Combating Chronic Disease

    Black Americans face disproportionately high rates of chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and...

    The Mental Health Crisis Among Black Men Is a Crisis of Dependency, Lost Masculinity and Purpose

    Black men in America are facing a silent crisis—an epidemic of mental health issues...

    Pineapple: A Superfood for Black Health and Wellness

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    The Impact of Black Doctors on Black Life Expectancy and the Need for Black-Centered Medical Care

    A growing body of research suggests that the presence of Black physicians within a...

    The Mental Health Crisis Among Liberal Women—And Its Deep Impact on Black Women  

    In recent years, an alarming ideological divide has emerged regarding the emotional well-being of...

    6 Ways for Busy People to Stay Healthy   

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    Holistic Defense: The Best Natural Ways to Protect Yourself from Cold and Flu

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    No, You’re Not Losing Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security—Here’s the Truth  

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    Garlic: A Natural Powerhouse for Black American Health

    For centuries, garlic has been a staple in traditional medicine, prized for its healing...

    Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services

    In a highly contentious vote, the U.S. Senate has confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr....

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    The Drum Beats Again for Our Black Colleges By Dennis Richmond, Jr.

    More than a decade ago, I started talking to young people, mostly teenagers, about...

    What can Black New Yorkers expect from a Bruce Blakeman administration?

    https://youtu.be/IkYkdx2x11w With Election Day approaching, Black Westchester Magazine sits down for an exclusive interview with...

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    More than 180,000 households in Puerto Rico were subject to announced water rationing measures...

    “Why Was She The Only One Detained?” — Former Yonkers NAACP President Demands Answers In Skipper Case

    Tanika Inlaw, Former Yonkers NAACP President Demands Answers After Black Female Candidate Detained in...

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    THE WARNING BLACK AMERICA IGNORED: HOW THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY AND INTEGRATION FAILED TO DELIVER ECONOMIC FREEDOM

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