Intentionality, ultimately, will determine health outcomes for Black and brown people, according to experts, advocates and participants at “Rooted in Wellness Day: Moving OUR Communities from Surviving to Thriving.”
What You Drink Matters: How Environmental Contaminants Affect Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding mothers can unknowingly expose their newborns to PFAS, potentially affecting the infants’ immune systems, hormonal balance, and overall development.
North Carolina Tailored Plans – NC Medicaid’s Next Chapter
NC Medicaid has experienced many changes and updates, and continues to evolve to meet the changing needs of low-income North Carolina residents.
Ditch the Teflon: The Dangers of PFAS Exposure from Cookware
Research and testing have shown that Teflon pans are unsafe and cause illnesses, including Teflon flu, which is also called polymer fume fever.
SCOTUS Chevron ruling flex squeezes Black and brown communities
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 2024 ruling on Chevron Deference is a new precedent with far-reaching implications for Black and Brown communities.
The Importance of Culturally Competent Care
Healthcare workers must be representative of their patients in hopes of changing perspectives on patient-provider experiences.
Earth Day: Reflecting on Progress and the Path Forward
Earth Day stands to highlight the importance of taking care of our environment for now and the future.
Environmental Injustice is a Reproductive Justice Issue
Environmental and reproductive justice are grounded in a belief that all families deserve the right and access to healthy, safe, and supportive communities.
Disparities in Access to Paid Maternity Leave
Black mothers are disproportionately impacted by lack of paid leave due to job types, financial situations, and high workforce participation rates.
Black Women in NC Face Higher Rates of Pregnancy-Associated Intimate Partner Violence
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a public health issue. Studies show that almost 6% of Black women report pregnancy-related IPV, higher than the U.S. average.