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Lung cancer screening decision aid delivered through tobacco quitlines improves informed decision-making
Tobacco quitlines provide an effective avenue to reach people eligible for lung cancer screening
In the first comparative clinical trial of lung cancer screening decision aid versus standard educational information, researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have shown that a decision aid delivered through tobacco quitlines effectively reaches a screening-eligible population and results in informed decisions about lung cancer screening.
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3 Reasons Your Retirement Is One Big Math Problem
Retirees concerned about running out of money often fret about how inflation can ruin their plans.
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KTSU turns 50!
Backyard Party celebrates half century of broadcasting excellence
More than 1,000 people came to support TSU’s KTSU 90.9FM as it celebrated 50 years of on-air excellence with an on-campus Backyard Party on Friday, June 24.
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NAACP Image Awards 2023: How to watch and why the show still matters
The 54th NAACP Image Awards is a week-long celebration of excellence in film, TV, music and literature that will culminate in a televised ceremony Saturday.
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2024 Chevrolet Trax Delivers Beyond Expectations
Reimagined entry SUV is larger and roomier, with more content, safety features and technology, with a starting MSRP of $21,4951
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New Mexico State Police officer fatally shot in apparent ambush attack by driver; he tried to help, police say
A New Mexico State Police officer was fatally shot early Friday when he offered to help the driver of a disabled vehicle, who responded by shooting the officer twice and driving off with his patrol car, authorities said.
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Sports Icons And Influencers Come Together To Support The Jesse Owens Foundation
NFL athlete and humanitarian Victor Cruz, New York Giants' Brandon Marshall and Olympian Herbert P. Douglas Jr. celebrate Serena Williams and posthumously honor Muhammad Ali at the 2017 Jesse Owens Aw
On April 27, 2017, the International Athletic Association (IAA) and Moët Hennessy hosted the annual Jesse Owens International Athlete Trophy Gala, where sports legends were recognized for exemplifying the ideals embodied by Olympian and humanitarian Jesse Owens: integrity, perseverance and service. The prestigious celebration recognized tennis legend Serena Williams and posthumously honored Muhammad Ali for their athletic and philanthropic achievements.
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Teens Head to Walt Disney World for Disney Dreamers Academy
The 2020 Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and ESSENCE kicks off this week, March 12-15, 2020, welcoming 100 students from across the country to Walt Disney World Resort for an immersive, transformational four-day mentoring experience.
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Soleo Health Selected by Houston Methodist as Exclusive In-Home Provider of Infused Monoclonal Antibodies for Treatment of COVID-19
Soleo Health Selected by Houston Methodist as Exclusive In-Home Provider of Infused Monoclonal Antibodies for Treatment of COVID-19
Soleo Health, an innovative leader and national provider of complex specialty pharmacy services, announced today it was selected by Houston Methodist to provide monoclonal antibody therapy (mAb) to COVID-19 patients in their homes.
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Houston-Area School Declared Over 1,700 Active COVID Cases Less Than One Week After Session Started
One week or less after Houston-area schools started their sessions, the school district website reported over 1,700 active COVID-19 cases among their students.
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Ellen Holly: Remembering a Luminary in American Television and Theatre
Ellen Holly, a paragon of the arts and a herald of change in American entertainment, has left an indelible mark on the world with her passing at the age of 92.
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Teach For America Houston Welcomes Two New Board Members Laura Frnka-Davis
Teach For America (TFA) Houston, a local nonprofit organization that works to expand educational opportunities for all children, announced the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors. The new members bring a wealth of experience and expertise to TFA Houston, and their appointment reflects the organization’s commitment to diversifying its leadership to help achieve its strategic goals.
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Unites With Other NPHC Fraternities for Historic, Second Joint Capitol Hill Day
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. joins with the four other National Pan-Hellenic Council fraternities for the historic, second annual NPHC Fraternity Days on Capitol Hill, which includes panel discussions and meetings with Congressional members and other officials, June 4-6.
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American passenger bites flight attendant - plane returns to Tokyo
An American airline passenger allegedly bit a female cabin crew member mid-flight on Tuesday, forcing an All Nippon Airways (ANA) flight bound for Seattle to return to Tokyo, an airline spokesperson said.
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Kelly Redmond Takes the Helm as President and CEO of African American Board Leadership Institute (AABLI)
The African American Board Leadership Institute (AABLI) proudly announces the appointment of Kelly Redmond as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, ushering in a new era of visionary leadership and transformative impact.
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"She Raised Her Voice! 50 Black Women Who Sang Their Way into Music History" author Jordannah Elizabeth
Published on January 11, 2022
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Big Climb Houston is back!
On Saturday April 2, media and the public are invited to attend the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Big Climb Houston in the fight to cure blood cancers. Participants of the Big Climb will challenge themselves to climb 50 flights of stairs to the top of Three Allen Center and raise critical funds in support of blood cancer research and patient support. Planet Fitness, the innovative fitness franchise with a major presence in Houston, will be local sponsor of the event for the 5th year.
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US cancer death rate falls 33% since 1991, partly due to advances in treatment, early detection and less smoking, report says
The rate of people dying from cancer in the United States has continuously declined over the past three decades, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society.
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fashionable outfit in the JILL Jill Stuart a limited-edition spring ready-to-wear line; jacket 60, snap pant $50, bra $30
Published on January 31, 2018
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Trump To Announce Do-Over On Fuel Economy Rules For Automakers
President Trump is expected to announce a new review of federal auto fuel economy and emissions rules Wednesday at an event in Michigan.
