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Black Americans' hesitancy to get COVID-19 vaccine reflected in state, local numbers

MUNCIE, Ind. — It had taken a lot to get WaTasha Barnes Griffin in a chair at Open Door Health Services. Since the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine, she had been adamant she wouldn't get one. But in late January, her arm was being prepared for the shot. …

Researchers Say Worries Over Money Matters Make Black Americans Sick According to BlackDoctor.org

Bankroll Your Brilliance Show with Nicole Roberts Jones Premieres Exclusively Thursdays at 12:00 p.m. EST FARMINGTON, MI, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Did you know money stresses three out of four Americans, and in African …

African American breast cancer survivors need to be better informed about CVD risk

African American breast cancer survivors are four times more likely to die from breast cancer than women of all other races and ethnicities, and they have a disproportionately high rate of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD). New research led by George …

Genealogical & Historical Society Helps In African American Ancestry Searches

By Rosaland Tyler Associate Editor New Journal and Guide The number of amateur detectives who joined The Middle Peninsula African-American Genealogical and Historical Society (MPAAGHS) jumped from about two dozen members to  350 members from 2004-2021 …

Some Elderly African Americans Are Hesitant About the Covid Vaccine

BATON ROUGE, La — Flossie West was not at all interested in taking the coronavirus vaccine. Carla Brown, the nurse overseeing her care, was determined to change her mind. Ms. West, 73, has ovarian cancer, congestive heart failure and breathing difficulties …

THE BULLETIN BOARD: Addressing the African American community’s fears of accepting vaccine

African American Poet Amanda Gorman Says She Was 'Tailed' by Security Guard

African American poet Amanda Gorman said in a Twitter post that she was “tailed” by a security guard Friday night as she walked to her home in the city of Los Angeles with the guard saying “you look suspicious.”     Gorman, who is 22, drew national …

The Pittsburgh Courier chronicled history of Black Americans

PITTSBURGH (AP) - As a teenager, Robert Lee Vann plowed fields with an ox under the scorching North Carolina sun. But he didn’t plant seeds of justice until he came north for an education. After earning bachelor’s and law degrees at the University of …

Conway community strives to preserve African American history at museum

"We had a Tuskegee airman who came from Conway and I don't think a lot of people know that. That's a rich history for the city." CONWAY, Ark — Pine Street Community Museum in Conway preserves a lot of the city's African American …

Center for African American Poetry and Poetics announces spring lineup of events

click to enlarge Photo: Marcus Jackson Co-Founder of CAAPP Dawn Lundy Martin The Center for African American Poetry and Poetics has released its spring lineup of online events, continuing the University of Pittsburgh group's mission of highlighting, …

North Carolina's first African American Knight of Columbus dies at 87

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CNS) -- Drawn to his joyfulness and deep faith in God, everyone wanted to be around Joe Hunt. Hunt, the first African American member of the Knights of Columbus in North Carolina, died Feb. 13 at age 87. Hunt's son, Jeff, counts …

Get to know the university’s first African-American organization

The SLU Gospel Choir, a musical ensemble of singers worshiping God, was established in 1973 and is known for being the university’s first African-American organization on campus.  Michelle Brister, a senior music major and president of the organization, …

Remembering Florence Price: SoNA releases African-American composer’s ‘Quintet’

BECCA MARTIN-BROWN bmartin@nwadg.com Florence Price is getting a lot more attention than she did during her lifetime. Born in 1887 to a middle-class family in Little Rock, Price attended New England Conservatory, one of the few conservatories that admitted …

An African-American anthology

“Black Women in White America,” edited by Gerda Lerner, is an anthology of Black women’s personal narratives that date back to 1811. Recognizing the need for Black people to “define themselves autonomously and to interpret their past, their present and …

Maia Chaka To Make History As First African-American Female Official In NFL

As we celebrate Women's History Month, history will be made in the NFL this season. Maia Chaka will become the first African-American female official in the league. She's the latest in a growing trend of women in the NFL; CBS2's Steve Overmyer …

The sororities and fraternities helping Black Americans get vaccinated

Soon after Arkansas began allowing people over 70 to receive the Covid-19 vaccine in January, Wanda King heard from her aunt and cousin, who fell in that age group, that they were struggling to get their shots. They live in Cotton Plant, Arkansas, a rural …

African Americans abominably underrepresented in obtaining COVID-19 vaccine

Data obtained by Courier shows just 2,860 people identifying as Black have received full vaccine in Allegheny County by Rob Taylor Jr. Courier Staff Writer If you’re African American and living in Allegheny County, it might be easier for you to fly to the …

African American nurses face disproportionately higher death rate to COVID-19

GETTING ANSWERS AS TO WHAT MAY BE THE CAUSE. >> NURSES TELL US WHY THEY BELIEVE COVID KILLED AFRICAN-AMERICAN NURSES AT A HIGHER RATE THAN OTHERS. DENISE MYERS IS THE DIRECTOR OF NURSING AT A NURSING HOME IN ALLEGHENY COUNTY. SHE WAS HOSPITALIZED …

African American Read-In held at Duquesne

Courtesy of Joesphine Rizzo. This year's African American Read-In was held virtually due to the pandemic. Baylee Martin | Staff Writer 03/04/2021   As the nation’s first and oldest literacy initiative dedicated to diversity in literature, the …

Marianne's Consignment Confessions, The Interior Design and Lifestyle Blog That’s Loaded with Creative Design Ideas

Marianne is here with interior design ideas to improve your home. She gives great decorating suggestions to create a beautiful home or office interior. WAKEFIELD, RHODE ISLAND, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marianne's …

Black History Month - How Napollo Software Design, A New York tech company honoring the Black Owned Businesses

Digital strategy to developing stunning web & mobile apps, Napollo helped several Black-owned businesses in Pennsylvania to expand their businesses NEW YORK, NY, USA, March 7, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- February serves as a month-long …

Just Eat Great: The New Meal Delivery of New Jersey

Just Eat Great, the new meal delivery in town, offers delicious and comfy meals with numerous combinations delivered at your doorsteps. NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pandemic may have caused lots of changes …

International Women's Day commemorated by honouring Policewomen across Mumbai

Women’s Day step applauding Mumbai Policewomen's COVID-19 crisis efforts by GIA India, GJNRF & Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care, flagged off by Param Bir Singh MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, March 7, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The occasion …

FUBO SHAREHOLDER FILING DEADLINE: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Investors of the Deadline to File a Lead Plaintiff ...

NEW YORK, March 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds investors of the deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in a securities class action lawsuit that has been filed on behalf of …

IMVT INVESTOR FILING DEADLINE: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Investors of the Deadline to File a Lead Plaintiff Motion ...

NEW YORK, March 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds investors of the deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in a securities class action lawsuit that has been filed on behalf of …

2 WEEKS IN LAGOS - An Inspiring Representation of Africa in a Real-Life Setting - Opens Virtually in the USA March 12

The romantic comedy 2 WEEKS IN LAGOS paints a dynamic canvas of the city and captures the excitement, vibrancy, and complexity of everyday life in Lagos. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ArtMattan Films, the film …

Metro Infusion Center continues to expand its operations nationwide

Metro Infusion Center offers infusion therapy in a comfortable, convenient outpatient setting. BURR RIDGE, IL, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Metro Infusion Center—a leading national provider of infusion therapies—has opened …

Mövenpick Hotel Doha: Small Changes Have Ripple Effects in Communities

“Even small changes can be regarded as important as the ripple effect can be extremely valuable," said Sami Aawar, General Manager. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Green Globe member Mövenpick …

Ladera Resort: A Stunning Saint Lucia Wellness Destination

Green Globe recertified Ladera Resort in December 2020. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ladera Resort takes full advantage of its natural surroundings in Soufrière, offering a unique design in guest …

Why Vegan Certified Claims are Mainstream #BeVeg

Vegan Certified products feed a large market share: allergen sufferers, kosher interested consumers, plant-based eaters, ethical vegans, and more. #Mainstream PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "Vegan …

CLOV SHAREHOLDER DEADLINE: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Investors of the Deadline to File a Lead Plaintiff Motion in a ...

NEW YORK, March 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds investors of the deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in a securities class action lawsuit that has been filed on behalf of …

BLUE SHAREHOLDER FILING DEADLINE: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Investors of the Deadline to File a Lead Plaintiff ...

NEW YORK, March 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds investors of the deadline for investors to file a lead plaintiff motion in a securities class action lawsuit that has been filed on …

GPAINNOVA, among the 7 Europe’s fastest-growing companies in the industrial goods sector, according to Financial Times

SPAIN, March 6, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the overall ranking, it is the 13th company in Spain and the 160th in Europe GPAINNOVA, the global leading company in dry electropolishing technology and specializing in marine robotics, high- …

“Grief Unveiled Who I Am”; Maninder (a.k.a. Nikki) Chawla’s Life-Changing Journey to Understanding the Gift of Each Day

Maninder Chawla is a professor, actor, coach, stand up comic and model, who is here to be of service to the world with her skills and talent. NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It is safe to say that everyone …

Land a Sweet Tech Job in LA and Party for Good New Perk from Recruiting for Good

Recruiting for Good launches fun perk for tech professionals that are represented by the staffing agency; earn invites to fun foodie parties in Santa Monica. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for …

Pharmacists Group Urges Widespread Use, Equitable Allocation of FDA-Authorized COVID-19 Vaccines

ASHP looks to counter misperceptions about authorized vaccines that may compromise public acceptance. BETHESDA, MARYLAND, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) issued …

Brady collection of high-condition antique mechanical banks commands $2M at Morphy’s Feb. 27 auction

Extraordinarily rare ‘Shoot the Chute’ bank soars to $156,000; European tin banks unexpectedly power their way into the top 10 DENVER, PENNSYLVANIA, USA, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The revered Bob and Judy Brady collection of antique …

Website Connects Past and Present Owner of Pets Online for Free

With Covid-19, Many People are Adopting Pets and Many are Having to Surrender Them. This Website Connects Pet Parents for Free. EDGEWATER, MD, U.S.A., March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Connie Bekavac has always adopted adult rescue pets and …

The Color Tones® St. Louis band gets six-figure distribution deal

The Color Tones® St. Louis, MO multi-genre band gets six figure distribution deal. "We have a bit of scheduling to do, this opportunity came fast," says Bell. SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURI, USA, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wayne Bell …