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4 ways you can see your primary care doctor or specialist during COVID-19

As we all know Covid-19 is an unprecedented event that is affecting everyone around the world. Dr. Fatima Ogunlana has compiled a list of the...

By African American News Editorial Staff
April 18, 2020

Community, Health, Local

Legendary Houston HIV/AIDS activist Barbara Joseph dies at 73

The family of legendary Houston HIV/AIDS activist and pioneer Barbara Joseph has confirmed that Joseph passed away on Sunday, March 29....

By African American News Editorial Staff
April 10, 2020

Community, Health, Local

Houston Health Department opens second COVID-19 drive-thru site

The Houston Health Department will double its daily COVID-19 testing capacity when it opens its second community drive-thru test site for people with symptoms on...

By African American News Editorial Staff
April 1, 2020

Community, Health, Local

Houston Health Department reports more than 50 new COVID-19 cases

The Houston Health Department announced 54 new positive coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases on Sunday, bringing the city's total to 286. Houston's COIVD-19 deaths remain...

By African American News Editorial Staff
March 30, 2020

Community, Culture, Health, Local

Bald, Black and Beautiful: Houston women share their stories

"I am not my hair!" is the bold statement Jo H. Golden told African-American News&Issues, and she's proving it. The gifted photographer turned the lens...

By African American News Editorial Staff
March 30, 2020

Community, Health, Local

First COVID-19 testing site opens in Fort Bend County

Fort Bend County Judge KP George and Fort Bend County Health & Human Services Director and Local Health Authority Dr. Jacquelyn Johnson Minter, in coordination...

By African American News Editorial Staff
March 26, 2020

Health, Local, News

Coronavirus Update: The city’s efforts to keep you healthy, safe and informed

The City of Houston is encouraging everyone to follow the CDC guidelines for large events and mass gatherings. City and health officials are recommending everyone...

By African American News Editorial Staff
March 20, 2020

Community, Health, Local, News, Sports

Former Houston Texan hosts race for Sickle Cell Trait awareness

More than 300 runners and walkers crossed the finish line in Stude Park on Feb. 23 to educate the public on the dangers of Sickle...

By African American News Editorial Staff
March 3, 2020

Arts, Community, Culture, Health, Local, News

$2.3 million raised at AHA’s 2020 Houston Heart Ball

The American Heart Association's 2020 Houston Heart Ball raised a whopping $2.3 million to fund its research and education programs that will ultimately save lives...