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     Mr. Yoba describes himself as a “serial entrepreneur,” with a history in real estate development and his recent entry in the cannabis space.

      Black women face higher risks of breast cancer. That much has been known for a while now. However, research has revealed that the use of chemical hair products increases Black women’s risk for cancer even more.

Broward Health welcomes Scott Ford as its new president of Broward Health Foundation. Ford has more than 22 years of fundraising and development experience.

     A strong diet is another essential aspect, especially for those maintaining their health in the face of aging. Omega-3 Fatty 3 acids are highly beneficial, especially for active agers. Luckily, human bodies can produce most of the healthy fat we need, either from previously stored fat or certain foods. However, these fats are linked to preventing immunodeficiency diseases, heart disease, joint pains, and other ailments that people are more vulnerable to as time goes on.

Due to the presence of the new Omicron subvariant, BA.2, new coronavirus cases are again increasing in half of all states across the US, particularly in the Northeast. The average number of new cases is 31,000, a 2% increase over the last two weeks.

     To help bridge this gap, I recently participated in a virtual discussion hosted by The Broward County Library titled “Break the Bias: Black Women’s Healthcare in Crisis,” in recognition of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month.

Coronavirus cases continue to decrease overall, but the pace of improvement is slowing down. More than a dozen states have reported increases in the number of new coronavirus cases. Most of the northeastern states have seen rises in new cases. 

     As a Black woman and longtime physician, I am well aware personally and professionally of disparities in health care. To reduce inequalities and bridge the gap, I recently participated in a virtual forum hosted by The Broward County Library titled, “Break the Bias: Black Women’s Healthcare in Crisis” alongside other female physicians of color. Our goal was to shine a light on implicit biases and make lasting change, especially when it comes to those Black women who are pregnant or those young mothers who face daily challenges. 

New Coronavirus cases continue to decrease but the pace of the decrease has slowed, due to the BA.2 Omicron subvariant. New coronavirus cases are rising in some northeastern and southern states.

Coronavirus activity continues to wane across the US. The daily average number of new cases is 30,000; down 33% over the last 2 weeks.