4 Things To Know About the CDC and FDA Pausing Johnson & Johnson Vaccinations
The announcement has sparked some concern among women who have already received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. We break down the facts and what you need to know now.
Why The Black Community Should Double Down On Science Right Now, Not Fear It
"We know our responsibility to you," Black scientist Denarra Simmons on what she wants her community to know and understand about science.
New COVID-19 Vaccine Trials For Pregnant Women Have Started
Developers are now beginning trials for expectant mothers and results could come as soon as the fall.
Black Doctor Dies of COVID-19 After Publicly Sharing Concerns About Hospital Care She Received
Her name was Dr. Susan Moore and she asked to be moved to another hospital, where she later died.
Trey Songz Criticized For Performing At Club With 500 People Violating COVID-19 Restrictions
The singer tested positive for COVID-19 back in October and urged fans to stay safe.
Singer Jeremih Is In Critical Condition, In ICU After Contracting COVID-19
Close friends are asking for prayers for the multiplatinum-selling singer.
Massachusetts 4th Grader Sent Home From School After Sneezing In Class
Thierno Keita, the father of Lacinet Keita, is upset that his son was sent home despite having no apparent symptoms of the virus.
Kerry Washington To Testify At Select Subcommittee On Coronavirus Hearing
The remote hearing will center around ensuring a free, fair and safe general election, even amid the coronavirus pandemic.
7-Year-Old African-American Boy Becomes Georgia's Youngest Victim Of COVID-19
News of his death comes as schools consider whether or not to resume in-person learning.
ESSENCE Presents: COVID-19 And The Black South
For Part I of our ESSENCE Reports 3-part series, "COVID-19’s Impact on Black Communities," we turned our lens on the Black South and how histories of Black resistance and rebellion against White supremacy—as well as White supremacy itself—shape the realities of COVID-19 throughout the region.
Nancy Pelosi Calls Trump Obese After He Reveals He's Taking Hydroxychloroquine
Donald Trump has long supported the use of the unproven drug hydroxychloroquine to combat the coronavirus, despite warnings from experts.
