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Posted on November 26, 2012 by Vanessa Garzon More than 5,000 McGraw-Hill employees in the New York metro area and New Jersey were impacted by Hurricane Sandy. In the wake of the storm, McGraw-H

Hampton Va. – The Hampton University Players & Co. proudly presents “Black Nativity,” a combination of African American scripture, poetry, dance and song. The performance will take place on HU’s camp

QUESTION #1: Dr. Leroy Walker was one of the most successful track and field coaches in the United States. He produced 111 All-Americans, 40 National Champions and 12 Olympians. In 1976, he became the

The beginning of any career serves as the foundation for success. Some teachers start their careers and feel limited while others thrive and are open to new challenges. It is important to write down

Avoid undue weight gain on Turkey Day by following these 3 tips: 1. Jump-start Turkey Day with at least 45 minutes of physical activity. Hit the gym, go for a jog, or do a little bike riding for a

By Jarrett L. Carter, HBCU Digest There are few places in Hampton University President William Harvey’s life where he doesn’t enjoy the best view. From his multi-million dollar new student cafeteria overlooking the Hampton River, to the top floor of the university-owned Harbour Center the city’s

(Reuters Health) - White patients with the most common form of kidney cancer, called renal cell carcinoma, are slightly more likely to survive the disease than black patients, according to a large new

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New Report Offers Policy-Driven Interventions to Remove Educational Barriers Undermining Black Men Washington, D.C., Nov. 15, 2012—Participation from a wide variety of stakeholder groups—including

African Americans with heart disease who practiced Transcendental Meditation regularly were 48 percent less likely to have a heart attack, stroke or die from all causes compared with African Americans

We have just a few days left to present these special opportunities with you from Christiana Care Health System! If African Americans do not apply for these positions, we may not continue to get these great opportunities to share with you, so please take a look and apply for positions that intere

If you're one of many people who just don't want to hit the gym during the weekend then you certainly don't have to. Get in some fall cleaning instead and burn some calories while doing so. Here's wha

A new study reveals that black Americans display lower levels of vitamin D and greater pain sensitivity compared to white Americans. Findings published in Arthritis & Rheumatism, a journal of the Amer

In stressful situations, your body responds by releasing a hormone called cortisol. Long-term exposure to cortisol causes your blood sugar levels to rise to the point that insulin (the hormone that lo

Researchers from the University of Scranton in Scranton, PA, evaluated the amount of powerful antioxidants called polyphenols in 9 types of roasted and raw nuts and 2 types of peanut butter. Walnuts w

MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE’S PRE-ALUMNI ASSOCIATON TO HOST 22ND ANNUAL COMMUNITY DAY SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2012 WHAT: Meharry Medical College’s 22nd Annual Community Day WHEN: 9

Our President is one we can be Proud of! Americans, our vote is one we can be Proud of. This election will benefit our world for generations to come. Change is in motion and we will together make this earth better for the youth and unborn kids. It sure does help to have a team that believes in yo

Excessive core work in the form of sit-ups, leg raises, and the like is actually bad for you because these exercises cause deep muscles in the front region of the hips (deep hip flexors) to become sho

Exercise is extremely essential in both the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes, especially given the fact that 90% of individuals with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese. Besides being

Greetings again friends! November is Diabetes Awareness Month and November 14th is World Diabetes Day. If current trends continue, 1 in 3 individuals will develop diabetes in their lifetime. Toget

Daily physical activity promotes growth and development of children. Physical activity also reduces the risk of obesity and chronic diseases during childhood (and adulthood). Visit my blog to see how

IndiaGlitz The generous former talk show host reveals she has been using her riches to bring a smile to the faces of those with husbands and wives away on duty and ha

Would you like to know how you can lose weight and/or successfully maintain your weight loss, indefinitely? It’s much easier than you think. Check out my blog for 3 simple strategies that you can impl

CHICAGO (OCTOBER 30, 2012) – Chicago State University President, Wayne D. Watson PhD, will be presented with one of the highest honors, the Education Leadership Award, presented by the Thurgood Marsha