Fundraiser benefiting Detroit Black Catholic battling rare cancer in Dominican Republic
Juan Rosario, caretaker for two siblings after the recent death of his mother, asks donations to cover chemo treatments in his native country.
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ESSENCE Festival panels cover health equity at future XULA medical school campus
The event was hosted by the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (XOCOM), announced two years ago and currently seeking accreditation.
Review: 'Inside Out 2' is a fun, not-too-emotional adventure
Samantha Smith calls the new Disney/Pixar flick a well-made sequel that strikes the right chords—emotional and otherwise.
Henrietta Lacks family can sue over use of immortal 'HeLa' cells, judge rules
The new ruling out of Maryland could set up her descendants for another large settlement, this time from California bioscience firm Ultragenyx.
Xavier University of Louisiana unveils name of forthcoming medical school with Ochsner Health
Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine is still years from accepting students, but stakeholders gathered for a signing ceremony this week in New Orleans.
New Vatican doc on human dignity draws mixed reaction from Black Catholics
Theologians, bishops, and a transgender Black Catholic have responded to the latest bombshell declaration from the Church's doctrinal office.
St. Louis to fete 100th birthday of Sr Mary Antona Ebo, 'Sister of Selma'
Black Catholic groups in Missouri will celebrate the late African-American nun and activist with a centennial Mass and honorary presentation.
'He has good days and bad days': Cardinal Wilton Gregory says Pope Francis' health is normal
The Archbishop of Washington will speak on Pope Francis and other topics during an Easter Sunday morning interview on Face the Nation.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin hospitalized again, weeks after secret cancer diagnosis
The 70-year-old Catholic retired general was diagnosed with cancer in December—a matter he kept secret until the onset of an infection days later.
'Cancer Alley' polluter wins appeal in Louisiana court
The ruling is one of multiple recent blows to environmental protections in a region that sees sky-high cancer rates due to airborne carcinogens.
Dr. Arthur Falls, pioneering Black Catholic Chicagoan, celebrated in roundtable series
The desegregationist physician was largely unsung during his life and even moreso thereafter. A lecture this month in Chicago was a rare exception.
Kenneth Eugene Smith executed with nitrogen gas—a national first
The protracted legal battle leading up to his execution included widespread condemnation of the experimental method—including from the UN and the EU.
Democrat Rep. calls for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to resign
Congressman Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania is the first Democrat to call for the Black Catholic general to step down over a secretive health crisis.
Ending the death sentence: Black maternal health and the Catholic Church
Efran Menny breaks down the ongoing crisis of medical racism and the Catholic call to support Black mothers in need.
Can Catholic social teaching change the world? I think so.
Dr. Ronald E. Smith says it's high time that the faithful—especially politicians—take up the radical call to solidarity from Pope Francis and his predecessors.
Interview: Aaron Neville talks 'faith and love', overcoming addiction, and new memoir
The storied New Orleans music phenom who rose to international fame discusses his struggles, faith, and the family who held him together.