Articles by Carma Henry

About 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
Health

Florida Department of Health in Broward Observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 26, 2022 Carma Henry 0

     In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October, the Florida Department of Health, Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program in Broward County encourages all women to receive regular breast exams and mammogram screenings to promote early detection and treatment of breast cancer. “The Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program in Broward County (FBCCEDP) has more than 28 screening sites and is proud to partner with local imaging facilities that are close to most residential communities. It is our goal to make it easier to receive a mammogram,” said Trivel McKire, MPH, Regional Coordinator for the Broward, Palm Beach, and Martin County Region. […]

Local News

Broward Education Foundation Receives Grant from Florida Power & Light Company to EmPOWER STEM Educators

October 26, 2022 Carma Henry 0

Florida Power & Light Company recently awarded more than $13,100 to Broward Education Foundation as part of its statewide EmPOWERing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Educators Program. The program’s goal is to increase teacher knowledge of effective math and science instructional practices that align with Florida Standards through peer-to-peer learning of best practices within a district. […]

Health

What African Americans and Other Minorities Need to Know About Their Risks for Cancer

October 26, 2022 Carma Henry 0

The good news on cancer? According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), cancer incidence and mortality overall are declining in all population groups in the U.S.—due in large part to impressive advances in diagnosis and treatment as well as increased public awareness of the need for regular screenings. The bad news? Minority populations – Blacks and African Americans, in particular – are still more likely to develop cancer and die from the disease. […]

National News

Alabama Health Organizations Encourage Alabamians to Get a Flu Shot

October 26, 2022 Carma Henry 0

The statewide organizations also want to remind the public that simple hygiene efforts, such as washing your hands, covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing and staying home when you’re sick can also help protect against the flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone six months and older get a flu vaccination as early as possible, preferably in September or October. However, getting vaccinated anytime during the flu season can provide protection as the vaccine can help reduce the risk of flu and associated hospitalizations and deaths. […]

Entertainment

Black Adam

October 26, 2022 Carma Henry 0

     Introducing DC comics latest crime combatant, Black Adam. His superhero traits are similar to Superman’s (flying, ultra-strength, etc.), but there are key differences. One has a pleasant personality and values human lives, and the other, an angry malcontent, doesn’t give a flying leap. One was born on Krypton and grew up on earth, which many moviegoers already know. However, less is known about the enigmatic bad boy. Hence this origin film, which needs to establish Black Adam’s beginnings, why he’s so embittered and how he fits into the world, or at least the DC comics universe. […]