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NJ Human Services awards contract to to reduce opioid treatment gap experienced by Black residents

Acting Commissioner Sarah Adelman announces the Department has awarded a contract to provide cultural competency training for opioid treatment providers to narrow the treatment gap experienced by Black residents, who are statistically less likely to receive or access services.

Color announces inaugural Power List of 50 Chief Diversity Officers

Color, a BridgeTower Media business group that delivers premier content, events, and resources focused on empowering professionals of color, today announced its inaugural Power List of 50 Chief Diversity Officers (CDOs).

Rutgers University–New Brunswick launches new financial aid program to increase access and affordability for in-state students

Rutgers University–New Brunswick announced today a sweeping new financial aid program that builds upon existing state aid programs to enable New Jersey students with family incomes below $65,000 to attend the university tuition free.

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NJSDA and NJDOE award Newark Public Schools $6 million for emergent and capital maintenance projects

Through contributions from the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) and the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA), Newark Public Schools will be able to address three of their emergent projects within the school district.

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Is diabetes reversible? Doctor explains how to prevent it or reverse It

With simple strategies that are scientifically grounded and practical, John Whyte, MD, WebMD's Chief Medical Officer, offers the 34 million Americans diagnosed with type 2 diabetes a life-enhancing way to slow or stop the disease course

New fine jewelry exhibition shines light on legacy of Black scholars, medical practitioners, and wellness rituals

The Gallery at the Fred P. Pomerantz Art and Design Center at Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) today celebrates the opening of Black Health and Wellness

‘The Tea with Ms. Tina Knowles Lawson’ Fireside Chat, filmed at Newark Symphony Hall, to Premiere on NWK-TV on Feb. 28

 Newark Symphony Hall (NSH) announces today the exclusive fireside chat with Tina Knowles Lawson it hosted last fall is broadcasting on NWK-TV, as well as streaming on NSH’s Facebook and YouTube pages, on February 28 at 9 p.m. ET.

New study reveals young E-Cigarette users develop wheezing, other respiratory symptoms

A new study funded by the American Lung Association reveals that young adults who used e-cigarettes were more likely to develop respiratory issues within one year of vaping.

NJ Department of Education announces release of comprehensive school-based Mental Health Resource Guide

The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) releases its Comprehensive School-Based Mental Health Resource Guide to help districts address the mental health needs of students throughout the state.

Creme of Nature launches second installment of $100,000 Legacy to Leadership HBCU Scholarship Fund

In Honor of Black History Month, Creme of Nature  launched the second installment of their “Legacy of Leadership” Scholarship Fund for HBCU students. Beginning February 28, currently enrolled HBCU students across the U.S. will be able to apply for a share in $100,000 in scholarship funding. The scholarships will be administered by The Thurgood Marshall College Fund.