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Black Cancer Patients More Likely to Die
According to the CDC, Black people have higher rates of getting and dying from cancer. One non-profit ensures they have access to life-saving cancer clinical trials. Talk to the founder of Lazarex Cancer Foundation and to patients of color across the country about how to close the cancer care gap.
February is National Cancer Prevention Month. February 4th is World Cancer Day.
As Veteran Homelessness Rises, A Glimmer of Hope
Veteran homelessness rose by 7.4% in 2023 according to HUD — resulting in almost 36,000 veterans without a safe, permanent place to call home. Volunteers of America is working to change that with bold and innovative, custom housing solutions. Speak to formerly homeless vets about what this national initiative means for them.
Winter 🐶 Walking
Dog walking-related injuries send 20,000 Americans a year to the emergency room. With cold and icy weather upon us, a spine surgeon from Virginia Spine Institute has tips to keep dog owners safe and healthy this winter.
D.C. News: Healthy (& Cozy) Food for 2024
Eating out CAN be healthy. At Limani, where a touch of Greece meets the D.C. Wharf, the Mediterranean menu checks all the boxes for nutritious eating in the new year. Speak with Executive Chef Lonnie Zoeller about his no deep-fryer, no-butter kitchen or have him on to demonstrate how to create cozy dishes that will keep you warm this winter.