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Early 20th Century: Medicine Men Exploited Local Community in Local History

The practice of selling patent medicine for profit has a long and troubling history that dates back to before the Revolutionary War. These remedies were marketed as miracle cures for a wide range of...

Annual African American Women’s Health Conference Raises Awareness and Provides Resources for Our Lives and Stories

The 14th annual African American Women's Health Conference in Pulaski County, IL, was a resounding success, raising health awareness for Black women in the area and inspiring others to take charge of their well-being....

The 55th Annual African American Day Parade Takes to the Streets of Harlem

The 55th African American Day Parade (AADP) in Harlem was a vibrant and celebratory event that brought together thousands of revelers from all walks of life. The parade, which started from 111th Street and...

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