Ever since its inception, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) has been vital in ensuring our nation’s most vulnerable children have the opportunity to have a healthy and
Diabetes doesn’t always have symptoms. Many people will develop diabetes and not know. Don’t be one of them. According to the American Diabetes Association, someone is diagnosed with
As President Donald Trump continues to sow confusion about the Affordable Care Act (ACA), a recent poll by the Kaiser Family Foundation, shows that, although some of his
In recognition of her work during the 2017 Regular Texas Legislative Session, state Rep. Yvonne Davis (D-Davis) has been presented a Legislative Achievement Award from AARP Texas. Davis
African Americans represent approximately 13% of the U.S. population — while the VERY group experiences significant disparities within the greater U.S. population when it comes to chronic conditions,
CitySquare’s Community Clinic provides acute care and a Wellness Program that helps neighbors adopt healthy habits to prevent chronic diseases prevalent in low-income communities. Dallas — Unmet health needs
Why Black Faith Leaders Must Lead the Fight for Healthcare Access By Julianne Malveaux (NNPA Newswire Columnist) First of all, despite the Trump Administration’s efforts to kill (“repeal
What is the Marketplace? The Health Insurance Marketplace – called the “Marketplace” – was created by the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and will help you find health insurance
AUSTIN – Last week Texas ranked No. 12 in the U.S. for state influenza activity. Earlier this year, Texas was reported to have one of the highest levels
Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is now offering the seasonal flu vaccine for children and adults at no cost beginning Tuesday, Oct. 3. The flu vaccine
