A recent study revealed that many college students in the U.S. are facing a mental health crisis. In fact, more than half of college students rate their mental health as fair, poor or terrible, according to a survey conducted by The Harris Poll with subsequent research by The Steve Fund. Titled “Student Mental Health on College Campuses,” The Harris Poll surveyed 2,050 U.S. residents aged 18 to 24 between Feb. 29 and April 1, 2024, who were attending a four-year college or universi...Read More

Summer brings with it sunshine, family barbecues, and community picnics, but also a heightened risk of foodborne illness. As temperatures rise, so does the chance that harmful bacteria will grow on improperly handled foods, threatening the health of individuals and communities. While many associate food safety with restaurant kitchens, the truth is that most foodborne illnesses occur in home and informal settings, like the family picnic table. Understanding the basics of safe food preparat...Read More

No impact or changes to enrollees’ health plan benefits, services or care provider network as a result of the new name. New name reflects the company’s continued evolution to support whole health. Wellpoint is focused on improving the health of individuals and communities at all points in life. WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Amerigroup DC, a subsidiary of Elevance Health that serves DC Healthy Families (Medicaid and CHIP), DC Healthcare Alliance, and DC’s Immigr...Read More

The Surgeon General and other health officials field questions about COVID vaccines and health equity issues from multicultural media professionals via the BIPOCXChange on Oct. 27, 2002.Top U.S. health officials leverage the power of BIPOC media to inform and engage communities about the proven benefits of COVID vaccines and treatments and to combat misinformation as they work to save lives and head off a winter surge of the virus. By Linda MillerOct. 29, 2022WASHINGTON (BIPOCXChange Media ...Read More

Baltimore Time Podcast Host: Phinesse Demps sits down with the CEO, Garard Charlot to discuss Idhini and its importance to the community and even discuss Clinical Trials. Idhini is a game changer for the BIPOC Community.To capture the voice of the BIPOC community and their unique needs by providing access and equitable rewards for participation in health research.Our vision is to have medical research reflect the population that it is serving. If we are successful, increased access to healthcare...Read More