Freeway is leading the third annual Cancer Awareness Ride in Baltimore on October 27 to raise awareness for all types of cancer and unite the community in honoring those affected by the disease.
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AFRO Votes: A new go-to resource for information ahead of Election Day
The AFRO.com website now features AFRO Votes, a one-stop shop of resources and information related to the upcoming Nov. 5 election, including registration status, local elections, absentee ballots, and youth registration.
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Neurologist speaks on fighting Alzheimer’s Disease with diet and exercise
Exercise, a healthy diet, and socialization are key in fighting Alzheimer’s Disease, as they help to improve oxygen flow to the brain, stimulate the brain, and keep it sharp.
Posted inMaryland News
Maryland receives $10 million to aid small businesses
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has awarded Maryland Technology Development (TEDCO) $10 million to create the BRIDGE program, which will provide specialized accounting, financial and legal advisory services to small businesses throughout the region.
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Setting boundaries: A vital part of self-care
Setting boundaries is a vital part of self-care and necessary for healthy relationships, as it allows individuals to protect their own needs and maintain healthy relationships with others.
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Cooking for the soul: Exploring the benefits of culinary art therapy
Culinary arts therapy is a growing trend in alternative therapy, offering a creative and therapeutic way to nourish the body and soul, and can be practiced by professionals or at home.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore Comic-Con is back from Sept. 20-22
Baltimore Comic-Con is celebrating its 25th annual convention, inviting comic book enthusiasts to meet creators, access exclusive merchandise, attend panels, and participate in cosplay contests.
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4 ways to support K-12 students’ mental health
Baltimore Therapy Group is hosting free virtual workshops for parents and caregivers to provide resources and tools to address mental health issues in K-12 students, including signs to look out for and ways to support them.
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DOT announces reopening of D.C. bridge after 2021 collapse
The District Department of Transportation has re-opened the Lane Place Pedestrian Bridge in Ward 7, which had been closed since a truck crashed into it in 2021, using $17 million in federal emergency funds to replace the bridge and ensure safe transportation options for all residents.
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Annual National Book Festival to unite authors, book enthusiasts in nation’s capital
The 24th annual Library of Congress National Book Festival will take place on August 24 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, featuring over 90 bestselling authors, poets and illustrators, book signings, and other engaging activities.
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Experts discuss how microplastics get into our systems and the effects
Microplastics have been found in the bloodstream of patients and can be ingested through food and water containers, but there is little evidence to suggest they are a health concern and there is no policy in place to regulate them.