Health

Howard University Receives $1.6 Million Grant To Build Mobile Vaccination Units

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HBCUs are at the forefront of COVID-19 education and vaccinations in their surrounding communities. Now, Howard University is much further along in protecting those...

Wilberforce Alumna NaAsiaha Simon Opens “Gem City Selfie Museum” To End Mental Health Stigma

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While we often don't think much about why we take selfies, Wilberforce University alumna NaAsiaha Simon sees them as a way to come out...

Morgan State Prepares To Resume In-Person Learning As Early As This Summer

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According to a recent release from Morgan State University, the Maryland institution is confidently heading towards in-person learning. The decision will not only affect...

Fort Valley State University Is Working Ambitiously To Vaccinate Students And Staff On Campus

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Fort Valley State University is doing its part to get back to normal! The university is close to vaccinating 100 people in its fight...

Howard University Forms Nursing Academic Partnership With NYU

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Howard University and New York University are joining forces for a health-related partnership that will support not only education, but research between the two...

N.C. A&T Journalism Students Are Using Their Storytelling Skills To Curb Spread of COVID-19

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North Carolina A&T State University journalism students are getting proactive about health on campus. Amid the pandemic, the young journalists are sharing how they're...

Terrence J’s Latest Initiative Is Bringing Healthier Food To At Least 10 HBCUs

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As a graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, actor and philanthropist Terrence J has never left his alma mater behind. He often reps...

Benefits of Fiber and Why Your Digestive System Needs It

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Benefits of Fiber and Why Your Digestive System Needs It Everyone is always telling you to take more fiber, but what is fiber exactly? Fiber...

Charles R. Drew Changed The Face Of Healthcare While Working At HBCUs

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Charles R. Drew was a pioneer of blood science, but many not know how closely he worked with HBCUs. Charles R. Drew University of...

Join The Metamucil 2 Week Challenge to Promote Your Health

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The Talk’s Sheryl Underwood is partnering with Metamucil (a Procter & Gamble brand) to host a challenge that will donate scholarships worth up to...

Howard Becomes Clinical Trial Site For Proposed COVID-19 Vaccine NVX-CoV2373

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With the United States leading in coronavirus infections and related deaths, the need for a vaccine is urgent. While multiple vaccines are already on...

Howard President Wayne A. I. Frederick Encourages Vaccination In New PSA

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Several HBCU leaders are stepping up to share why the COVID-19 vaccine is nothing to be afraid of. In fact, Howard University's President just...

Several Civil And Human Rights Leaders Vaccinated At Morehouse School of Medicine

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As one of the few HBCU medical schools, the Morehouse School of Medicine has done a thorough job of directly handling COVID-19 prevention and...

NC A&T Receives 5 Storage Freezers For COVID-19 Vaccines

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North Carolina A&T State University has significantly supported its Greensboro, NC community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, thanks to the North Carolina Policy Collaboratory,...

Alabama State Becomes First Location In US Using Drone-Applied Sanitizer

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The need for sanitized surfaces can't possibly be overstated amid a pandemic. Now, Alabama State University is taking an unprecedented step to keep its...

North Carolina Central Partners With State Health Officials For COVID-19 Outreach

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North Carolina Central University is doing its part to secure COVID-19 information and treatment for its community. The school recently partnered with a state...

Kamala Harris Receives COVID-19 Vaccine

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President-elect Kamala Harris received her COVID-19 vaccine this week in Washington D.C. this Tuesday. The move was a step to help Americans feel more...

Meharry Medical College Overlooked For Vaccines, Fueling Racism Claims

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As one of the few HBCU medical schools in the country, Meharry Medical College has been at the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic. The...