Health & Fitness

Myths About the Flu Can Make You Ill

flu-myth-photo “Oh no, not me. I never get sick.” “I’ve heard from someone who knows a doctor that it can make you really sick.” “It’s only for kids and old people, not for me.” Not surprisingly, you’ve probably heard one or more of these answers when you ask someone if they got a flu shot. These are the myths about flu shots and the

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IECAAC Annual Health Fair

By Eliz Dowdy

The Inland Empire Concerned African American Churches Health Committee (IECAAC), the local chapter of the NAACP and Time for Change Foundation partnered to provide a nutrient-rich health fair over the weekend. Chair of the health committee, Veatrice Jews officially opened the day-long gathering; prayer

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Health Care for America Now Hosts Webinar/Conference Call

By Eliz Dowdy

The organization Health Care for America Now (HCAN) recently hosted a webinar/conference call to grass roots organizations across America. The emphasis was on how citizens can contact their congressional representatives and convey their messages to the Super Committee. There were over 800

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Kelly Price & Breast Cancer Awareness

Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Los Angeles County Affiliate, part of the world’s largest breast cancer advocacy organization, is proud to announce a partnership with Grammy Award

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Calif. Can Lead in Health Care Reform

By John Ramey

Tucked into the Affordable Health Care Act signed into law last year by President Obama was a little-known but potentially significant option for states that allows the offering of basic health plans – quality coverage for as little as $30 per month – to low-income families and legal immigrants.

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