You lost me on the acre part. I walk my dog past a community garden daily. One lady who lives in the multi-unit grows kale, collards, spinach and tomatoes in just this, and the whole neighborhood picks vegetables from it. This is the size of half a backyard, but it was built on curbside.

Dementia or not, my issue is seniors getting scammed by terrible people! Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, the longtime nonvoting representative for D.C. in the U.S. House, was scammed in her home by people who said they were part of a cleaning crew. www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...

Thank you. Actually it was a Chicago Defender blogger (from New Jersey) who kept insisting that I get a window sill garden going. He did every single year.

This provision is a direct attack on access to health care for millions of Americans who would be left with no access to life-saving services. I will continue advocating for vital federal funding that ensures everyone has access to the care they need: tinyurl.com/43jh8xtc

In Awf The Record, Jeannette and Mona are joined by Dr. Darien Sutton, an ABC News medical correspondent and emergency room physician, for a deep dive into the complex, controversial world of GLP-1 medications, Ozempic, and science (and stigma) behind obesity. youtu.be/4QXIl68gH8g?... #Blacksky

Mammograms, pancakes, talk shows and tech: My first breast cancer exam ~ BlackTechLogy: Could artificial intelligence better examine black women with dense breasts? idoseecolor.substack.com/p/ai-vs-mamm... #breastcancerawarenessmonth

Neighborhood kids are marching to end breast cancer

Pretty in Pink. Buckingham Fountain and a Ribbon for Breast Cancer Awareness on the Blue Cross & Blue Shield building.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor the millions affected by breast cancer and remind us of the importance of screenings and check-ups. Early detection saves lives. Schedule a doctor's appointment, self-examine, and get screened. Put your health first.

The Trump administration reversed layoff notices for some Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) staff after over 1,000 employees were notified of layoffs amid the current government shutdown, according to multiple reports. thehill.com/policy/healt...

Google told employees who want health benefits in the new enrollment cycle that they must allow an AI tool from Nayya to access their personal data, or else they wouldn't be eligible for benefits for the coming year. Backlash made them change this decision. www.businessinsider.com/google-ai-he...

Millions of Americans across the country are now receiving notices with massive premium increases because of the Republican health care crisis. In many cases, premiums are doubling on working families. I want to hear from you. Share your health care story with me: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

The President seems unwell. From his physical symptoms to his visible cognitive decline, the American people deserve clear answers about his ability to serve. I’ve formally called on the White House Physician to provide transparency and the truth about President Trump’s health.

California is the first state to define ultra-processed foods and phase them out of school meals. DC politicians can talk all day about "Making America Healthy Again," but we've been walking the walk on boosting nutrition and removing toxic additives and dyes for decades.

The Southern California Psychiatry Society and recently formed grassroots Committee to Protect Public Mental Health — have released statements saying that the actions of RFK Jr. have increased stigma, instilled fear and hurt access to mental health and addiction care. www.npr.org/sections/sho...

Are restaurants starting to taste the same? Food distributor Sysco has been on a relentless acquisition spree, becoming one of the largest companies in food service. This consolidation means higher prices for mass-produced food made under grueling conditions. youtu.be/rXXQTzQXRFc?...

Kim Coles lost me with bell peppers. I grew to love them. youtu.be/UhWZStfkG_8?... #LivingSingle #blackhealth

Social Security payments to senior citizens, people with disabilities and other Americans should not be interrupted,according to the Social Security Administration’s updated contingency plan. www.cnn.com/politics/liv...

The USDA says the precooked pasta products sold at Trader Joe's and Walmart could be connected to a nationwide listeria outbreak that has killed four people.

The gaslighting is wild. THEY control the White House, the House, and the Senate—yet always find a way to blame Democrats for their mess. The so-called “$1.5 trillion wish list” is about protecting health care, food assistance, and housing. (1/2)

This illegal action by the Trump administration is an effort to deny comprehensive, inclusive sexual education to young people. All students deserve to feel safe and supported at school, and I remain committed to protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ students: tinyurl.com/24u8a46f

What the antivax movement doesn't want you to know. More Perfect Union took a dive into the history that MAHA and its salespeople don't want you to know. youtube.com/watch?v=CSVL...

The FDA's decision to reexamine access to mifepristone was made because of a scientifically baseless letter and ignores decades of research that prove it's safe and effective. If anyone challenges access to mifepristone, we will take action to protect it.

If you are the type who immediately gets upset if someone does not answer your text and assume the worst, this #mentalhealth advice may be useful. youtube.com/watch?v=kJI2...

I wanted to debate VP Kamala Harris saying not to wash chicken SO BADLY (even though I haven't eaten meat in 20 years), but my argument is weak. Bacteria was found in the sinks of 60% of cooks who rinsed raw chicken. www.cnn.com/2024/02/13/h... #blacksky #foodsky #cookingsky

Here in Illinois, we are proud to continue expanding access to health care in our state. Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans in Washington are cutting funding for services — and now even threatening to shut down the federal government over it.

Reaching out for help requires a great deal of courage and strength. If you're struggling with your mental health, know that you're not alone. For the students of Joliet Junior College, the Center for Student Wellness and Support is now here for you.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune broke slightly with the Trump administration Wednesday, splitting from the GOP on government regulation of free speech and recent warnings linking Tylenol to autism. www.politico.com/news/2025/09...

Salute to the Chicago Department of Public Health, Northwestern Medicine, University of Chicago Medicine, Howard Brown Health and Walgreens for being sponsors for the Black Women's Expo, along with many others. #chicagoblacksky #blackskychicago

The group voted to require people who want a COVID shot to be briefed on harms and benefits, but in a close vote, the panel failed to pass a change that would have asked states to require people to get a prescription.

Breaking—RFK Jr’s self appointed vaccine committee voted Friday to end the CDC’s universal recommendation that people of all ages get Covid shots, moving the decision from individuals to one made in coordination with doctors instead—read: more difficult to get COVID shots.

Got Covid & Flu shots at Walgreens. As of today, you don’t need rx if you provide a reason that is acceptable under their “chronic conditions”. (Look at the list - it’s extensive.) This changes weekly, so be kind to your pharmacy techs. This isn’t their fault. Go get your vax to stick it to RFK.

Whew. 15 min break. Let's recap: > CDC officials learned of Covid vaccine recommendation change via X post > RFK Jr. can't show scientific evidence for changing childhood vax schedule > RFK Jr. gets no briefing from agency public health experts > CDC officials "very nervous" about new ACIP

“(RFK JR.) failed to even give you a courtesy call?” Ex CDC Director Dr. Monarez says HHS Secretary RFK Jr. didn’t even give her a courtesy call after the CDC was shot up by a guy who blamed the COVID vaccine for making him depressed and suicidal

If you don't understand how Medicare works, or the difference between Medicare Part A, Part B, Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Part D, watch this. youtube.com/watch?v=cQR6...

Vaccination of frontline health workers and contacts of people infected with #Ebola has begun in the #DRC’s Kasai Province where an outbreak of the disease has been declared: www.afro.who.int/countries/de...

There’s a secret, parasitic consulting firm at the heart of nearly every industry in America. They’re responsible for the worst corporate “best practices” — lay-offs, safety cuts, price-gouging. More Perfect Union uncovered how McKinsey affects health care. youtube.com/watch?v=K1cJ...

Your sweet tooth is the result of a 50-year media and lobbying campaign by the Sugar Association. They paid off scientists to publish articles pinning the blame for heart disease on fat and cholesterol. Now they’re fighting rules that would make school lunches healthier. youtu.be/2EPRONZPcew?...

Sometimes I hear something so stupid that I don't even know which part to respond to first. Here is an example. 🤦‍♀️

Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order Friday to authorize medical professionals to provide updated COVID-19 vaccines to nearly anyone who wants it in Illinois, despite an effort by federal officials to limit access to the life-saving shot. @wttw.bsky.social

Can you trust the CDC under RFK Jr.? open.spotify.com/episode/73QY...

A school-age child in Los Angeles has died of a rare complication from measles, years after being infected with the virus.

CVS is allegedly under-staffing stores, underpaying workers, and forcing pharmacists to chase money at the expense of patient safety. “I’m afraid I’m going to kill someone,” said one pharmacist. youtube.com/watch?v=woAC...

I have not eaten meat in 20 years but I'm sharing this for the omnivores. JBS, the Brazilian meat-packing giant known for bribery and corruption, went public. The company was previously denied access to U.S. markets until they donated millions to Trump’s inaugural fund. youtube.com/watch?v=hRTf...

Two dialysis giants control the industry — and they're gaming the healthcare system. DaVita and Fresenius are pushing out and intimidating patients, and sometimes refusing to send them to the hospital. It's all done to boost profits and make more off dialysis business. youtube.com/watch?v=08eV...

Make America Healthy Again and the wellness-to-woo pipeline may seem fresh and new, but they're actually the result of 50 years of political scheming, special interest lobbying, scammers, and well-intentioned practitioners. youtube.com/watch?v=CSVL... #RFKJr

Mid-surgery, Dr. Elisabeth Potter was called by UnitedHealthcare and questioned about whether her patient’s stay was justified. Her video about the shocking interaction went viral. Now, United won’t let her surgery center in their network. youtube.com/watch?v=eVgI... #breastcancernews

I want more than "common sense flexibility" in drinking water. I want science. youtube.com/watch?v=Y0ls...

There are elections in THIRTEEN STATES on Tuesday Some of them are full state primaries some of them are smaller, but 13 states. CO CT FL IA MD MA MT NC NE OH OK SC VA 1/2