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People 75 and older, essential workers next in line for vaccine: CDC - TheGrio
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has determined that people who are 75 years of age and older, as... View Article The post People 75 and older, essential workers next in line for vaccine: CDC appeared first on TheGrio.
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US Embassy presents laboratory supplies to Ministry of Health and Sanitation
Sierra Leone Telegraph: 6 December 2020: Demonstrating the United States’ commitment to battling COVID-19 at home and supporting US partners around the world, on December 2, 2020 U.S. Ambassador Maria Brewer presented COVID-19 related supplies and equipment to the to the laboratory team of the
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Get ready for Oscar night chaos as Covid-19 changes the rules for awards time - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
… about a historic meeting of black American minds in 1964; and Nomadland … in which a squad of black American veterans return to Vietnam to …
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Southside Church Educates the Public on COVID-19 Vaccine with Virtual Town Hall. | Chicago Defender
Southside Church, Trinity United Church of Christ will present a COVID-19 Virtual town hall on Sunday, Feb. 21, at 1 p.m.  The church wants to ensure the community it serves are educated about the COVID-19 vaccine. On Saturday, Feb. 13, in partnership with Howard Brown Health, Trinity UCC
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Nurse Educators Combat COVID-19 Vaccine Myths | Chicago Defender
Distribution and administration of vaccines to combat the COVID-19 virus continue to expand, but myths and misinformation about the vaccine and its safety and benefits persist. According to a recent article in the journal Health Affairs, effective vaccination requires four elements: generating
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People Who've Had COVID-19 May Only Need One Vaccine Dose: Study - The Washington Informer
People who have previously had the novel coronavirus and have received one dose of a vaccine showed antibody levels comparable or better than those who had received two doses but have never had the virus, a new study
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Michael B. Jordan announces HBCU Hoop Dreams Classic - DefenderNetwork.com
Michael B. Jordan, crowned by People Magazine in November as the 2020 'Sexiest Man Alive,' recently announced his launch of the Hoop Dreams Classic, an event featuring HBCU basketball teams and games. Jordan, who has recently added the title of producer to his formidable acting resume, has set
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LAPD Partners with PVJOBS to Give Away Toys and Food to 1,000 South Los Angeles Residents - Los Angeles Sentinel
To help uplift spirits during the Christmas season, PVJOBS partnered with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) on Saturday to give away toys and food to about 1,000 community members in need. Co-sponsored by PVJOBS, the toy and food drive took place at the South Park Recreation Center in South
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Mr. Trump, You're Fired - Dallas Examiner
By CAROL DONOVAN Dallas County Democratic Party Mr. Trump, you're fired! We've waited so very long to say that – not just for the four years in which you didn't even try to [...] The post Mr. Trump, You're Fired appeared first on Dallas Examiner.
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Supreme Court To Hear Case On Whether NCAA Athletes Should Be Paid
The NCAA is appealing a May decision.
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U.S. Surpasses 27M Coronavirus Cases Amid Vaccination Efforts - The Washington Informer
The U.S. now has more than 27 million coronavirus cases, surpassing the mark as the country attempts to get a handle on vaccination distribution efforts. The post U.S. Surpasses 27M Coronavirus Cases Amid Vaccination Efforts appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Locals Make Bold Changes To Create Healthy Holiday Homes - Milwaukee Community Journal
More local families are staying home for the holidays, and they’re making critical changes to keep their homes as healthy as possible. Local home repair pros are sharing proper ventilation tips so everyone inside can breathe easily! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the
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Africa secures 300 million COVID-19 vaccine doses in deal with manufacturers | Africanews
The news comes as coronavirus infections spike again in parts of Africa, especially South Africa, where a rapidly spreading variant of the coronavirus now makes up most of the new cases
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County settles lawsuit charging favoritism of minority-owned firms - TSDMemphis.com
Shelby County will be seeking a new approach to awarding contracts after the Shelby County Board of Commissioners voted to settle a discrimination lawsuit accusing the county of favoring minority over white-owned businesses to cap off its Monday meeting. Filed in 2019 by the Mechanical Contractors
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Get Tested: National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is February 7 | Local News | The Michigan Chronicle
Get tested, and not just for COVID-19 - get tested for HIV and AIDS, too. National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD) is observed annually on February 7. This year’s theme is “We’re in This Together” to increase awareness, create discussion and feature the work being done to limit HIV in Black
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Rep. Ruiz: Vaccinating Food And Farm Workers Requires An 'Active, Concerted Effort'
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-Calif., says expanding vaccine distribution in key industries is one of many steps to inoculating Latinos and other hard-hit communities.
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Despite Covid-19, Americans racked up 3.5 million airline trips during four-day Thanksgiving weekend – The Wilmington Journal
SAN FRANCISCO — Even as a third wave of Covid-19 crescendos across the United States, the Transportation Security Administration logged more than 3.5 million travelers in U.S. airports during the four-day Thanksgiving weekend. TSA checkpoint [...]
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Vacations, Facials, Hiking, Reading, and More of the Ways Celebs Are Practicing Self-Care
This past year was very stressful, and there's only so much that burning sage can really cleanse us of. So our favorite celebrities are setting a good
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Nigeria: Covid-19 Vaccines Not Mark of '666', Anglican Primate Tells Nigerians
[Premium Times] The Anglican Primate urged Nigerians to always observe the protocols as issued by the Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19 and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).
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New York AG Letitia James Files Lawsuit Against NYPD Over Mishandling Of BLM Protests
The landmark lawsuit takes particular aim at the NYPD's handling of protests in the wake of the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and others in the past year with hopes of reform among the police ranks.
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New Year wishes from ANC, EFF, DA: Hope, health - and 'warning' for Cele
All three political powerhouses have shared their New Year messages with South Africa. However, there are some very contrasting messages across the board.
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DHS updates website to indicate DACA program has been restored - The New York Beacon
(CNN)The Department of Homeland Security will begin to accept new applications for the Obama-era program shielding undocumented immigrants who came to the US as children from deportation to comply with a recent court order, the department announced Monday. A federal judge ordered the Trump
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10 Albums We Can’t Wait To Hear In 2021
Over the past year, the music industry has pivoted tremendously in the midst of these uncertain times. With the rise of at-home concerts, digital rollouts, and DIY music videos, 2021 […] The post 10 Albums We Can’t Wait To Hear In 2021 appeared first on Essence.
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DHS Announces New COVID-19 Guidance on Quarantine Duration - Milwaukee Community Journal
DHS supports revised CDC guidelines to shorten quarantine for close contacts In response to new guidelines released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of Health Services (DHS) has updated quarantine guidance for close contacts of someone diagnosed with
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Outreach Community Health Centers hosts 2021 Annual Meeting
On Wednesday, January 27, 2021, Outreach Community Health Centers hosted their '2021 Virtual Annual Meeting,' from Nyob Zoo TV Studio. The theme for this year was 'Resiliency: Building on Our Past and Reshaping Our Future.' The discussion for the meeting focused around how Outreach has performed
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8 Things You Need to Know About Coronavirus Vaccinations | The Madison Times
By Matt Martinez – Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. The COVID-19 vaccine is here and could be available to
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Calls for 'radical lockdown across Europe' growing louder
Campaigners said determined action by several countries has shown that it is possible to end the spread of the virus.
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Jamaica to ramp up COVID testing capacity amid increasing travel requests
Jamaica is to ramp up its COVID-19 testing capacity amid expected changes in testing requirements by the United States. Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett said the new requirement is understandable as the US seeks to reduce the spread...
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'You Bettah Work': Taraji P. Henson Serves Face While Showing Off Her New Hairstyle and Makeup, Fans Cheer Her On
Taraji P. Henson is feeling herself, and rightfully so, because she got a new hairstyle and she got her makeup done. On Wednesday, Feb. 10, she uploaded a
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Biden to receive COVID vaccine as Trump remains on sidelines - DefenderNetwork.com
The leader of the Trump administration's vaccination program says people who have been infected with the coronavirus — a group that includes President Donald Trump — should receive the vaccine. Moncef Slaoui, the chief adviser of Operation Warp Speed, told CNN's “State of the Union” on Sunday that
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