Older Californians Nutrition Month Highlights the Importance of Healthy Eating and Connection for Older Adults

Sacramento ― As Older Californians Nutrition Month nears its conclusion, the emphasis on healthy eating and social connection for older adults has never been more important. Organizations statewide are urged to continue promoting resources supporting older adults’ well-being. “Ensuring access to nutritious food and fostering social engagement are cornerstones of promoting the health and wellness…

Opinion: Special Interests Want to Profit Off the Backs of California’s Small Businesses

Jay King, President | Special to California Black Media Partners The California Black Chamber of Commerce is the largest African American non-profit business organization in the state. Our primary mission is to empower Black-owned businesses to succeed. Our Chamber spends countless hours nurturing relationships with our members and advocating for sensible policy changes that help…

California Announces $25 Million in Awards for Youth Mental Health

Awards Support Efforts by Local Organizations to Promote Equity, Prioritize Youth Needs, and Empower Caregivers and Communities WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: California is awarding grants to dozens of tribal and community-based local organizations to reduce stigma and discrimination and support youth in seeking help when they are facing mental health struggles.  SACRAMENTO – To…

The Lenserf Group Launches Emotional Intelligence Academy for HBCU Interns

PHILADELPHIA, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — This week marks the launch of The Lenserf Group’s pioneering “Exceed Your Potential Academy” for over 20 student interns from six Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This innovative, employer-sponsored program offers an 8-week virtual course in emotional intelligence, accountability, and growth mindset, specifically tailored to prepare interns for…

California Launches New Youth Suicide Prevention Campaign

“Never a Bother” Campaign Shaped with Direct Input from California’s Youth  WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The California Department of Public Health launched “Never a Bother,” a new youth suicide prevention campaign to increase awareness, support, and resources among California’s youth. More than 400 young Californians, including a youth advisory board, shared their thoughts, feelings,…

Older Californians Nutrition Month Highlights the Importance of Healthy Eating and Connection for Older Adults

Sacramento ― As Older Californians Nutrition Month nears its conclusion, the emphasis on healthy eating and social connection for older adults has never been more important. Organizations statewide are urged to continue promoting resources supporting older adults’ well-being. “Ensuring access to nutritious food and fostering social engagement are cornerstones of promoting the health and wellness…

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus Infection Reported in a Person in the U.S.

CDC’s Risk Assessment for the General Public Remains Low April 1, 2024—A person in the United States has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) virus (“H5N1 bird flu”), as reported by Texas and confirmed by CDC. This person had exposure to dairy cattle in Texas presumed to be infected with HPAI A(H5N1)…

OP-ED:Embracing Black Men’s Voices

NNPA NEWSWIRE – The decision of many Black men to disengage from the Democratic Party is rooted in a complex interplay of historical disenchantment, unmet promises, and a sense of disillusionment with the political establishment. By Rep Ron Reynolds Rebuilding Trust and Unity in the Democratic Party As a Black man deeply committed to the…

Mental health and Hollywood: How art imitates life

By Genoa Barrow The Sacramento Observer Hollywood is known for creating fantasies and false narratives, but the entertainment industry does keep it real sometimes, particularly in its efforts to help eliminate the stigma of mental illness. Mental health awareness for African Americans has found its way into popular TV programs with creators and showrunners including…