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Underlying issues have made Blacks more susceptible to hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19. Economic disparities have made it difficult for some Black people to travel to doctor appointments or to get vaccinated and lack of access to sufficient broadband has made it difficult to take part in the benefits of telehealth and even scheduling vaccination appointments. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

COMMENTARY: Mississippi’s Healthcare System is Failing Amid Covid

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The question remains: Is the Mississippi health system in failure mode? Dr. Alan Jones stated in a press conference, Tuesday, August 17, “In...

The CDC said the vaccine’s effectiveness against delta in nursing homes dropped from 75 percent in March through May to 53 percent in June and July.

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

Vaccine Effectiveness Declines Overall, Remains Strong in Preventing Hospitalization

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “First, vaccine-induced protection against SARS-CoV-2 infection begins to decrease over time. Second, vaccine effectiveness against severe disease, hospitalization, and death remains relatively high....

In New Orleans’ Congo Square, the tradition of African drumming has been revived at the very site where it infiltrated America and changed the course of music history. (Courtesy photo / North Dallas Gazette)

Black History5 years ago

The Most Overlooked Music Venue in America

NNPA NEWSWIRE — In this location the slaves were able to revive their music traditions from Africa. The rhythmic style known as Bamboula ruled the day....

The historic event will take place nearly six decades after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and civil rights activists led the 1963 March On Washington for Jobs and Freedom,

Black History5 years ago

Several Organizations Set to March on Washington

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “These laws suppress voting methods that enrich our democracy and lead to high turnout: banning ballot drop boxes and mail-in voting, reducing early...

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

LIVE! — #FIYAH! WITH TAYLOR THOMAS — THURS. 8.26.21 7PM EDT

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

LIVE! — THE BLERDBINDER, GUEST: ACTOR SAM RICHARDSON — THURS. 8.26.21 5:30PM ET

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Poetry Foundation events are free and open to the public. Readings and events include live captioning and ASL interpretation, unless otherwise noted. If you have additional accessibility needs, please contact Events@PoetryFoundation.org.

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Poetry Foundation Announces Virtual Lineup and Outdoor Installation this Fall

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “We are excited to begin reactivating the Poetry Foundation building by illuminating its exterior with a bold, interactive installation,” said Michelle T. Boone,...

Rev. Jesse Jackson told the Black Press that he remains vigilant in fighting for freedom, justice, and equality.

Black History5 years ago

EXCLUSIVE: Rev. Jesse Jackson Speaks About His and Wife’s Covid Diagnosis

NNPA NEWSWIRE — In an exclusive telephone conversation from his hospital bed on Sunday, August 22, the renowned civil rights leader expressed his ongoing support for...

Limit exposure when you can, put up shields in appropriate areas if you must deal with the public. Recovery is not going to be quick even if we get a large part of the population immunized. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

With the Lowest Death Rate, D.C. Ranks Among Safest States During COVID

NNPA NEWSWIRE — As of Thursday, August 19, approximately 51 percent of the American population is vaccinated. The authors spell out that some states are safer...

According to NBC News, GOP legislators will draw 187 House districts compared to Democratic legislators, who control the drawing of 75 districts.

Black History5 years ago

Following Census Data, Republican-Led Gerrymandering Will Commence

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Short of some hail-Mary, Democrats are sure to lose their slim House majority, and Republicans conceivably could stake claim to congressional leadership for...

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

LIVE! — #FIYAH! — HOST TAYLOR THOMAS W/GUESTS THOMAS PERRY & YOLANDA NELSON

“Reviving the Black Nod: A Love Letter to Black Portland,” directed and produced by award-winning Portland filmmaker Elijah Hasan is one of the films featured at the PNMC Festival.

Black History5 years ago

Seeing Is Believing: Theatre and Film Festival Showcases What is Possible for Creators of Color

NNPA NEWSWIRE — For three days - from Aug. 20-22, 2021 - nationally and locally acclaimed playwrights, filmmakers and actors of color will be sharing their...

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

Conversations w/ Al McFarlane

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

LIVE REPLAY — HE SAID… HE SAID… HE SAID…

Ask Alma5 years ago

LIEVE! — ASK ALMA — TUES. 7.10.21 7PM ET

Some foster care agencies have failed children emotionally, physically, developmentally and psychologically. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

Challenges Abound in Repairing America’s Foster Care System

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Part of the reason the system is broken is that the very people it is intended to help and serve are not being...

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Shining A Spotlight On Resistance Among Young African Women

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The #SudanWomenProtest, which began in 2019, targeted the leadership of Omar al Bashir (former Sudan head of state). Thousands of women united in...

BlackPressUSA5 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods

NNPA NEWSWIRE — When our communities are hurting, our children unfortunately hurt the most. The walk or public transit ride to school exposes too many children...