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Spotlight: Notisha Massaquoi on Scarborough health disparities, $250,000 research award

Spotlight: Notisha Massaquoi on Scarborough health disparities, $250,000 research award
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Hundreds attend downtown block party for members of Black LGBTQ communities

A Toronto block party, intended as a safe space for members of Black LGBTQ communities, drew hundreds on Sunday because it gave people a chance to celebrate "who they are," an organizer says.

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Opinion: Treat anti-Black racism as a public health emergency

Opinion: Treat anti-Black racism as a public health emergency © Provided by Edmonton Journal Dr. Kannin Osei-Tutu (left) and a patient. File photo. In recent years, the Public Health Agency of Canada recognized racism as a determinant of health; the Toronto Board of Health and the Canadian Nurses Association also identified anti-Black racism as a public health emergency. Professional organizations such as Black Physicians of Canada, Alberta Black Therapist Network, Alberta Association of Black Social Workers, and Black Physicians’ Association of Alberta have formed, in large part, to dismantle anti-Black racism in the health-care sector. However, many policy-makers and service providers do not recognize the need to directly address anti-Black racism.

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Putting a microscope on systemic racism in health care - and the role of corporate Canada

Putting a microscope on systemic racism in health care - and the role of corporate Canada
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