Warnock’s $35 Insulin Cap Bill Clears Senate Committee, Moves One Step Closer to Becoming Law
By Milton Kirby | Washington, D.C. | July 24, 2026 A bipartisan effort to make insulin more affordable for millions of Americans moved one step closer to becoming law this…
Six Blocks That Changed the Conversation About Lung Health
A walk through Philadelphia’s Mt. Airy neighborhood reveals personal stories of lung disease, caregiving and fear, showing why community conversations about screening matter.
Kaiser Permanente Expands ‘Building for Impact’ in Atlanta, Connecting Minority Contractors to Growing Healthcare Projects
Kaiser Permanente’s “Building for Impact” initiative is reshaping Georgia’s construction market, signaling major healthcare expansion and new opportunities. Industry leaders stress that strategic preparation, strong relationships, and operational excellence will determine which contractors are ready to compete as demand and investment accelerate across the region. themselves for long term success.
A Celebration of Hope Inspires Birmingham’s Community Conversation on Lung Cancer
By Milton Kirby | Birmingham, AL | July 4, 2026 When Francina Morales rang the celebration bell at Birmingham’s Kirkland Clinic, the sound marked more than the end of her…
Part III – “From Awareness to Action”: Communities Confront Lung Cancer Together
The St. Louis Lung Cancer Screening to Treatment 2.0 symposium will connect residents with experts, survivors, and resources focused on early detection and care.
Part II – “Your Lungs Are Talking”: How the Respiratory System Works – and What It Tells Us
Learn how your lungs work, the early warning signs of lung cancer, and who should get screened. Understanding your respiratory system can save lives.
Part I – “Anyone With Lungs”: Understanding the Hidden Realities of Lung Cancer
By Milton Kirby | St. Louis, MO | June 5, 2026 Series: Lungs, Lives, and Lessons — Part I Lung cancer is one of the deadliest diseases in America, yet…
Atlanta Hypertension Initiative Launches Coordinated Push to Reduce Heart Attacks and Strokes Across Metro Region
The Atlanta Hypertension Initiative is bringing health systems, churches, and community groups together to improve blood pressure control for more than 500,000 adults.
Inside the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo — Part 6
The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo expands its legacy of community care through a new partnership with Guardant Health, bringing life‑saving colorectal cancer screening and education directly to Black communities.
Atlanta Marks Major Housing Milestone with Opening of The Beacon at Cooper Street
Atlanta celebrates opening of The Beacon at Cooper Street, marking 500 rapid housing units delivered to address homelessness through innovative modular construction and community partnerships.
Wear Your Health on Your Sleeve
“Smart devices now track heart rate, sleep, and glucose, turning everyday wear into powerful tools for health awareness, prevention, and community wellness.”
SNAP Eligibility, Policy Changes, and What Households Need to Know in 2026
SNAP benefits in 2026 bring updated income limits, work requirements, and policy changes under federal law, impacting how low-income households qualify for food assistance nationwide.
Red Shoe Lunch Marks 16 Years of Sisterhood, Survival, and a Mission to Save Lives
The 16th Annual Red Shoe Lunch at Chateau Elan advanced heart disease prevention through the Veronica Blount Memorial Foundation’s blood pressure monitor initiative.
From COLA to Copays: How 2026 Reshapes Retirement Security
Social Security and Medicare changes in 2026 include higher COLA payments, rising premiums, new senior tax breaks, negotiated drug prices, and potential Medicare coverage for weight-loss drugs.
DeKalb Targets Illegal Tire Dumping With $250K Initiative
DeKalb County launches a $250,000 initiative to combat illegal tire dumping, removing over 37,000 tires and targeting major dump sites across neighborhoods and commercial corridors.
DeKalb County Approves $78 Million Contract to Improve Ambulance Response and Expand EMS Coverage
DeKalb County approved a five-year, $78 million ambulance contract that expands coverage to 600 daily unit hours and continues cutting EMS response times across all emergencies.




















