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Heart disease graphic says save money for heart disease.

Navigating the Maze That Is Medical Debt

by Jennifer Porter Gore January 26, 2026January 26, 2026

Changing the Story Data Tells About Black Health

by Joseph Williams January 22, 2026January 23, 2026

Red heart and EKG en neon style against dark brick wall.

Cardiovascular Disease Deaths Are Down—but Blacks Still Face the Worst Outcomes

by Jennifer Porter Gore January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Community Views on Organ Donation

by Christa Mahlobo January 22, 2026February 24, 2026

Serenity Cole was one of the first patients to undergo gene therapy for sickle cell disease under a new Medicaid program in which the federal government negotiates the therapies’ cost on behalf of states — with payment depending on the treatment’s success. She says the treatment has alleviated her pain and kept her out of the hospital. (JUDD DEMALINE FOR KFF HEALTH NEWS)

Medicaid Tries New Approach With Sickle Cell

by KFF Health News January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

A woman in a black dress holding an ozempic pen, concept of medical treatment, modern healthcare, and weight loss solutions.

Obesity Isn’t a Personal Failure: How Black Americans Face Higher Risks

by Jennifer Porter Gore January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

Caduceus Medical Symbol

Trump’s ‘Great’ Health Plan Could Leave Millions Paying Too Much

by Jennifer Porter Gore January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 12: An Influenza Vaccine is prepared for a patient at Doctor Gary M. Kramer, MD, PA's Pediatric office on September 12, 2025, in Coral Gables, Florida. The Florida Department of Health recently released information on the development of rulemaking to revise immunization and document requirements for school entry.

CDC Downgrades Childhood Immunization Schedule Amid Deadly Flu Surge

by Jennifer Porter Gore January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

Food backgrounds: overhead view of large group of food that includes protein, carbohydrates and dietary fiber. The composition includes salmon, sardines, beef, chicken meat, sausages, dairy products, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits, vegetables, canned food, pasta, cooking oil, spices, honey, among others.

RFK Jr.’s Food Pyramid: More Fats, Fewer Grains, No Health Equity

by Jennifer Porter Gore January 9, 2026January 16, 2026

A Black person grovery shopping

It’s Not Just What You Eat: How Inequality Is Driving Up Colon Cancer Rates

by New York Amsterdam News January 8, 2026January 8, 2026