African Americans have the highest rates of death due to diabetes; heart disease; and breast, lung, and colon cancer. These numbers haven't improved since I came to America.
Lynn Radcliffe | Posted 02.15.2008 | Politics
For people like me, the prospect for real change in America is not just a trendy news story. It's about building a real future for our families, and guaranteeing economic security for those of us who work hard and play by the rules.
James Gallagher | Posted 11.21.2007 | Life
While I'm still processing all the lessons I learned from my time in Iraq, one thing stands out: I am more thankful than ever before for the simple things in life.
Mary Kay Henry | Posted 11.15.2007 | Life
I can't believe this is what we've come to: healthcare as a stocking stuffer.
Queenie Turner | Posted 11.08.2007 | Life
There's really no question about it. For the fully disabled 83-year-old woman for whom I am a personal care assistant, the work that I do is essential.
Robin Bawkey | Posted 10.24.2007 | Life
I'd like to think that Carlyle will improve on some of the problems with Manor Care's nursing homes, but I'm afraid it may lead to even shoddier care.
Barbara Principe, Ph.D. | Posted 10.11.2007 | Life
Terminal cancer can rob too many Americans of a full life. The least we can do is ensure that the final months are spent in the way the person chooses.
Joseph Louis | Posted 09.28.2007 | Life
Elirose Pierre-Louis died from an illness that could have been managed and from a working situation that should have been avoided. We know Eli died because she was poor.
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