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Black women's health
Coverage of Black women's health in the Nexus archive.
- Mecklenburg County commissioner shares heart disease fight, calls for Black women’s health awareness
Mecklenburg County Commissioner Yvette Townsend Ingram discusses her battle with cardiovascular disease, which nearly killed her and claimed her sister's life. She highlights the high prevalence of the condition among Black women and emphasizes the importance of preventive care and advocacy for Black women's health.