Author: Carma Henry

Carma Lynn Henry Westside Gazette Newspaper 545 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 Office: (954) 525-1489 Fax: (954) 525-1861

As Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) begins, the government shutdown casts a dark and threatening cloud over survivors of domestic violence. DVAM is meant to raise awareness about domestic violence, honor survivors, and educate the community about domestic violence. This year, because of the government shutdown, it begins under the threat of funding delays, program closures, and devastating consequences for survivors and their children.

BLACKPRESS NEWSWIRE – Former President Barack Obama has stepped back into the political arena, delivering some of his sharpest critiques yet of President Donald Trump as the Democratic Party struggle through one of its weakest moments in modern history.

       In partnership with national education non-profit, NAF, Broward County Public Schools has become a model for how career and technical education can open doors for students and prepare them for the futures. Additionally, with the support of its Career, Technical, Adult and Community Education office and a network of employers in the local community, the district is expanding opportunities that take students from classrooms to careers.

       Students from Blanche Ely High School in Pompano Beach proudly represented their school and community at the T. Leroy Jefferson Medical Society’s 19th Annual October Member & Mentorship Luncheon, held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Garenchman’s Preserve, 3370 Grande Corniche, Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

       Ovarian cancer is an abnormal growth of cells or tumors in the ovaries. Some forms of ovarian cancer are more aggressive than others, like high-grade serous ovarian cancer, which is common and fast-spreading. Ovarian cancer clinical trials are essential in advancing cancer treatment options for current and future patients. But what do clinical trials entail, and could they be right for you? Here’s what to know to understand ovarian cancer clinical trials.