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June 3rd, 2026

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The Brief History of Black Doctors

History is recorded by those who have been in power; because of this, it should not be surprising that few data exist on the engagement of significant minorities in the medical field. According to Dr. Donald Wilson, writing in Lucas Patersthe Journal of the National Medical Association, the first African physician in the colonies was probably a Dutch-educated man named Lucas … [Read more...] about The Brief History of Black Doctors

Herzing University celebrates Black History every day

By Terri Howard AVP of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Herzing University Herzing University believes that if you want to improve access to quality healthcare for all communities, you need to change the face of who works in healthcare to more closely represent the communities they serve. That statement is deep. There’s a lot of history and distrust tied up in … [Read more...] about Herzing University celebrates Black History every day

COVID-19 vaccination: Take it or leave it?

By: Patricia O’Flynn Pattillo, Publisher, Milwaukee Community Journal Admittedly, I was hesitant when it came to vaccines, even though I’m married to a medical researcher. I know how careful he has been in his work over the years. I’ve also attended many conferences and watched presentations on medical subjects. I’ve seen how science works: how studies are designed, how … [Read more...] about COVID-19 vaccination: Take it or leave it?

Facts About the COVID-19 Vaccine

1. Can a COVID-19 vaccine make me sick with COVID-19? No. None of the authorized and recommended COVID-19 vaccines or COVID-19 vaccines contain the live virus that causes COVID-19. This means that a COVID-19 vaccine cannot make you sick with COVID-19. It typically takes a few weeks for the body to build immunity (protection against the virus that causes COVID-19) after … [Read more...] about Facts About the COVID-19 Vaccine

Honoring Black History Week #2: Black Owned Barbershops & Salons

Since the turn of the 19th century, beauty salons and barber shops have served as special places among African Americans. They have been places not only to get hair care services, but locations where black people could talk about issues of importance in the community. There were spaces where customers played games such as chess, cards, and dominoes, while having conversations … [Read more...] about Honoring Black History Week #2: Black Owned Barbershops & Salons

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to award $100,000 to small businesses through MKE It Back grant program

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 is helping restaurants, bars, retailers and service providers get back on their feet. Launched Thursday, February 4, 2021, the organization’s new grant program, MKE It Back, will provide $100,000 in aid to small businesses. The grant aims to bridge the financial gaps anticipated now through the middle of 2021 when COVID-19 vaccines are expected to be … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to award $100,000 to small businesses through MKE It Back grant program

Common Council OKs renaming MFD HQ in honor of Alonzo Robinson

The Milwaukee Common Council voted unanimously on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 to rename the Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) Headquarters at 7th and Wells in honor of Alonzo Robinson, Wisconsin's first African American architect. Robinson is the designer and architect of the MFD headquarters. But he is also known for designing other buildings in downtown Milwaukee including … [Read more...] about Common Council OKs renaming MFD HQ in honor of Alonzo Robinson