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Rockefeller Foundation Grant Aims to Boost Vaccinations Among African American Communities
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 62% of the United States is fully vaccinated against COVID-19. However, the vast majority of those who have received vaccinations are Caucasian individuals. African-Americans and other people of color significantly lag behind White Americans in inoculations. Fueled by a $400,000 grant from The Rockefeller Foundation, the …
WHAT TO KNOW
Is your child eligible to receive the #COVID19 #vaccine? Our partner organization, @COVIDVxProject has designed a new resource with everything you need to know about COVID-19 vaccine eligibility, safety, and efficacy among children. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/3zcbYwk Like most parents, you might be wondering: Is it safe for my child to receive the #COVID19 vaccine? The short …
HEALTH OF AMERICAN’S 65 AND OLDER: HOW DOES YOUR STATE STACK UP?
The nation is aging. We are living longer but not necessarily healthier and this puts many seniors at risk. United Health Foundation released a report that analyzes seniors health state-by-state, and provides us with key information on how each state is performing in critical areas of senior health. Click on the link provided to access …
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SLEEP CHALLENGES FOR OLDER ADULTS
We can all use an extra hour of sleep, and with daylight savings time ending we get the extra hour we need. As we get older, our sleeping patterns change and challenges can occur to get the proper rest that we need. Michael Vitiello, professor of psychiatric and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington …