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Health & Human Connection Four Years After the COVID-19 Pandemic Started

March 19, 2024 Kristal Raheem

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the crucial role of physical touch and social interaction in mental health, prompting a renewed focus on holistic approaches to well-being.

Lactation consultants empower mothers to navigate breastfeeding

March 12, 2024 Joy Quilatan

Even though breastfeeding seems natural, it can be a challenge for mothers. But moms can get support.

Improving prenatal health access, care for Black Women in Oakland

March 5, 2024 Dera R. Williams

A range of resources exist for Black women experiencing pregnancy.

Oakland business owners promote wellness, healthy lifestyles

February 13, 2024 Daniel Swafford

Three Oakland business owners discuss their career patches to teaching and sharing health and wellness.

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Prostate Cancer: Stealing Black Hope?

January 16, 2024 Gerald Green

Prostate Cancer: A 15-Year Survivor’s Journey and Advocacy for Black Men’s Health

Oakland public pools offer year-round swimming, employment opportunities

January 8, 2024 Tanna Samone

Oakland public pools offer year-round swimming opportunities.

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Solar power to the people: California program brings clean energy to Oakland

November 20, 2023 Momo Chang

Once only accessible to the well-off, solar power is making inroads to low-income households thanks to federal and state programs

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SF Baykeeper Calls for Action: Submit Photo Evidence of Coal Pollution in Oakland

October 17, 2023 Momo Chang

SF Baykeeper is requesting photos of coal pollution in specific areas of Oakland to petition the US EPA for stricter regulations on uncovered coal trains, citing health risks and environmental concerns due to coal dust contamination.

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Talking with Oakland’s Lupus Warriors

May 10, 2023 Howard Dyckoff

May is Lupus Awareness Month and May 10 is World Lupus Day 2023, a time to spread awareness about lupus and its impact on millions of people from around the world. Lupus is a silent

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S.H.A.D.E Celebrates the Return of their Annual ‘Stop the P.I.M.P.’ Event for Oakland Youth

May 3, 2023 Kristal Raheem

On Friday, April 28, 2023, Oakland-based organization S.H.A.D.E (Survivors Healing, Advising and Dedicated to Empowerment) hosted their 11th Annual Stop the P.I.M.P (Prostituting Innocent Minors for Profit) event. The event is a youth open mic