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On Juneteenth, NCHE Unveils Major Policy Paper Highlighting Five Years Of Community-Led Racial Healing Efforts

by The Newsletter 05June 19, 2026June 19, 2026

Discover the NCHE’s latest policy paper highlighting five years of innovative efforts by U.S. leaders to promote racial healing and health equity through community action and policy change.

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Delta Dental Invests $131 Million to Enhance Nationwide Oral Health Care, Reaching 24 Million People Including Nearly 260,000 Missourians

by The Hauser Group-ContactJune 5, 2026June 6, 2026

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Polluted Minds

by Sherry BakerApril 29, 2026April 29, 2026

The Hidden Threat to Black Men’s Health

by Anissa DurhamMarch 27, 2026March 27, 2026

Diverse group of students working in a lab, focused on increasing the pipeline of Black Doctors of Pharmacy.

Further Considerations for Increasing the Pipeline of Black Doctors of Pharmacy (PharmD) Students (Part 2)

by Lawrence Jones II, PhDMarch 26, 2026March 26, 2026

Disc Community Foundation fostering urban connection and equity through storytelling and digital platforms.

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Disc Community Foundation: Fostering Urban Connection and Equity

by David BeckfordMarch 19, 2026March 19, 2026

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St. Louis Area Chapters Of The Links, Incorporated Hold Wellness Expo To Support National Black Family Wellness Effort

by Bonita Cornute-ContactMarch 18, 2026March 18, 2026

The Cigna Group Foundation supports St. Louis nonprofits to expand mental health and substance use care access.

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The Cigna Group Foundation: Advancing Health Equity in St. Louis

by Pagee' SpeedeMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026

Closed safety-net clinic door with a sign, symbolizing the impact of healthcare access issues on underserved communities.

When a Safety-Net Clinic Fails, the Harm Doesn’t Stay Inside Its Walls

by Dr. Frederick EcholsMarch 2, 2026March 2, 2026

Dr. Louis Sullivan, U.S. HHS Secretary, advancing minority health initiatives.

Historical Black Figures: The Hidden Healers: Dr. Louis Sullivan’s Legacy as U.S. HHS

by David BeckfordFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026

10 Director Mellve Shahid wearing a dark blazer and a blue "The Empowerment Foundation" ribbon holds the white rope of a brass bell mounted above a wall plaque that reads "I SURVIVED" and "BELL OF HOPE."

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Black To The Future: The Empowerment Network Inc. St. Louis: A Legacy of Hope and Healing

by Walter PritchardFebruary 5, 2026February 5, 2026

Banner image showcasing the title "Hidden Healers: Black Architects of American Health" with a focus on health equity.

Historical Black Figures: The Hidden Healers: Black Architects of American Health

by Dr. Frederick EcholsFebruary 1, 2026February 1, 2026

Wellpoint DC banner highlighting its commitment to whole-person health.

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Wellpoint DC is the First Medicaid Plan in D.C. to Earn NCQA Health Plan, Health Outcomes and Community-Focused Care Accreditations

by Metalle TagnerJanuary 26, 2026January 26, 2026

A homeless individual huddled on a sidewalk in winter, wrapped in a tarp, with a pharmacy sign in the background.

Solutions to Winter Healthcare Gaps for Homeless Communities

by Artemis IngramJanuary 15, 2026January 15, 2026

Dr. Eboni January, also known as Dr. EJ, posing in a professional portrait with voluminous curly hair and a confident expression.

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Dr. Eboni January: Transforming Women’s Health and Maternal Safety

by Lacey G Souldier TurnerJanuary 6, 2026January 6, 2026

A healthcare professional wearing a face mask and gloves holds a globe, symbolizing global health and the importance of universal healthcare systems.

Global Healthcare vs. U.S.: Lessons in Equity and Cost

by TNM StaffOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Howard University Faculty Practice Plan & Howard University Hospital Partner with DISC Health Initiative to Expand Health Education Nationwide

by Lawrence Jones II, PhDOctober 17, 2025October 17, 2025

A group of women exercising in a church fitness class, promoting health and wellness, alongside a portrait of Bishop Lawrence M. Wooten.

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From Faith to Health: How One Church Is Transforming Health

by Dr. Frederick EcholsOctober 12, 2025October 12, 2025

Illuminated directional sign with accessibility symbols, guiding individuals toward accessible facilities in a public building.

Centering Disability Justice: The Path to True Health Equity

by TNM StaffOctober 10, 2025October 10, 2025

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks at a podium with microphones, wearing a dark blue pinstriped suit, light blue shirt, and a tie with bird motifs. The background features soft purple and pink lighting.

Sen. Warnock to RFK Jr.: ‘You Are a Hazard to Public Health’

by Anissa DurhamSeptember 6, 2025September 6, 2025

How Systemic Change Can Combat Childhood Obesity

by David BeckfordSeptember 6, 2025September 6, 2025

DISC Health: How Community-Led Initiatives Build Trust in Vaccines”

by Artemis IngramAugust 23, 2025August 23, 2025

Let Your Vote Be Your Flex: How Men’s Votes Shape Health for Generations

by Dr. Frederick EcholsJuly 14, 2025July 14, 2025

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Why Minority Health Month Matters: A Call to Action for Equitable Health Outcomes in the United States

by Dr. Frederick EcholsApril 14, 2025April 18, 2025