(San Diego, CA) The San Diego (CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated will host the Black Family Wellness Expo on March 8, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy. This free, family-friendly event aims to address health and economic disparities in the Black community by offering valuable wellness resources. As part of The […]
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BEVERLY HILLS, CA – The Special Needs Network (SNN) is excited to announce the resounding success of its 16th Annual Pink Pump Affair, which took place on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the iconic Beverly Wilshire Hotel. The “Sweet Sixteen” event commemorated sixteen years of dedicated service to families affected by autism and other developmental disabilities.
Mom and her four kids:Becky, Sonya, Mom, Kenny, Granddaughter Shanda, Grandson Jahmari and Gwen (2015 in San Diego, CA) By Gwen Pierce Last night, I was visited by a dream of my mom, a cherished memory that has lingered in my thoughts lately. Her presence, her voice – soft, sweet, and comforting – fills my
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Maya’s Cookies is celebrating Black History Month with the release of its 4th annual Black History Collection. The bakery’s most anticipated release of the year, the 2024 Black History Collection is dedicated to Black athletes breaking barriers and pushing for more inclusion both on and off the field. Highlighting 3 pioneers in the world of sports –
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In a significant move, Governor Gavin Newsom has declared November 2023 as “Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month.” This proclamation sheds light on the pressing issue of Alzheimer’s disease within the Black community. Among Black Americans aged 70 and older, a staggering 21.3% are living with Alzheimer’s, a statistic that demands attention and action. Understanding Disparities: Research
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Eye issues are a significant health burden for many, but most people don’t know how to make helpful changes or cannot get the care needed to keep them at bay. The black community, in particular, has a high risk of cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy, leading to high rates of vision loss and blindness. Access
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By Lester “Mac” McCurtis My journey started by an overwhelming experience and just pushing my body until I fell over the edge. I move at a fast pace with lots of events on my schedule. Unfortunately, the overloading caught up with me. One day, I felt a blood vessel in my head swelling up as
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More than 20 million seniors visit our nation’s emergency departments every year. With the number of older adults growing rapidly, there is a critical need for more geriatric-focused care, which has the potential to improve health outcomes, coordinate care more effectively, and reduce costs. San Diego County is now the first county in the nation where
By Mac Curtis The switch to a vegan diet might seem like a daunting task. The key is consistency; take steps, not leaps, unless you are the type of person that can change overnight. Don’t be discouraged if you fall off the wagon a few times; many people do. Each and every plant-based meal makes
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On February 5, Innovative Wellness Clinic, Inc. A Primary Care Center located in Spring Valley, CA held an open house in celebration of a new one stop shop medical facility located in the heart of San Diego county’s diverse community. Innovative Wellness clinic serves as a quality healthcare provider providing numerous benefits for the community,
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