When Vaunita Goodman experienced deep pain in her back area and flu-like symptoms in 2016, she was unaware of her kidney problem. “I was diagnosed in the emergency room at a hospital in Maryland with end-stage renal failure,” Goodman said, recalling the emotional experience that she endured. “The healthcare team wanted to begin dialysis immediately, […] The post Santé: Giving Back for Kidney Disease Fundraiser Returns to Baltimore May 8  appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or burned out can be a consequence of neglecting stress management. Coping with life’s stressors can be accomplished in a plethora of traditional or nontraditional means, including with aromatherapy.  According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, “Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils from plants (flowers, herbs, or trees) […] The post A Journey to Heal, Use Essential Oils to Encourage Wellness appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more

In a brief ceremony that signified the city government’s commitment to Baltimore’s vibrant arts community, Mayor Brandon M. Scott joined staff members from his office, local elected officials and the United Way of Central Maryland to announce recipients of $3.6 million Diversity in the Arts grant awards.  The grant, previously announced by the mayor’s office […] The post Mayor Scott, City Leaders Announce ‘Diversity in the Arts’ Grant Recipients appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more

According to a recent National Institutes of Health (NIH) report, doctors in the United States are still relying on older, less effective, toxic medicines to fight new, highly drug-resistant bacterial infections. The outdated treatment can cost lives and a lot of money to provide care for patients who may have been better served by the […] The post Why Doctors Prescribe Older, Less Effective Antibiotics, When New, Less Toxic Treatments Save Lives  appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more

   BALTIMORE 4/23/24 – The hit stage play The Homegoing Service for A Man Named Jesus is coming to Set The Captives Free Outreach Center on Sunday, April 28, 2023 (3 p.m.). The church is pastored by Linwood and Karen Bethea and is located at 6901 Security Blvd. (Security Mall South/Across from the AMC Cinema).     The […] The post The Homegoing Service For A Man Named Jesus Hit Gospel Stage Play Coming to Set The Captives Free Outreach Center Sun., April 28, 2024 appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more

As warmer temperatures coax drivers to lower car windows or push back sunroofs, the beats and lyrics that spill from speakers during commutes and car rides may include drivers enjoying soulful hip-hop. Local hip-hop artists like Yusha Assad, a Washington, D.C. resident celebrate the independent artistry of the musical genre. To date, he has released five […] The post The Birth, Soul and True Power of Hip-Hop appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more

Today we increasingly rely on digital contact with others as much as or more than in-person human contact. The advent of the global quarantine in 2020 accelerated the use of already available technologies to remotely conduct business on many fronts, including, but not limited to banking, health appointments, employment, and visits with friends and family. […] The post Identity Management Part 2: Identity Management and Data Privacy appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more

The Baltimore Ravens officially started their offseason workouts last week and have high hopes heading into the 2024 NFL Draft. Lead strength and conditioning coordinator, Scott Elliott, is excited to get his hands on the players. “We had a great turnout, and it’s been awesome,” Elliott said. “You get geared back up to finish the […] The post Excitement Abounds as Ravens Start Offseason Program appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more

If you can recall the Johnny Nash 70’s chart-topping hit “I Can See Clearly Now” or grew up watching reruns of “The Mighty Hercules” cartoon show and remember Nash singing the show’s heroic theme song, you are likely 50 plus. The age when the National Institute of Aging (NIA) says “everyone should begin having an […] The post I Can See Clearly Now: Eye Care for Seniors Begins at 50 appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more

Some Americans have been choosing to skip or delay college due to student loan concerns, uncertain job prospects or preferred interest in hands-on work that can pay well or serve as a path to entrepreneurship. A portion of the future workforce may be interested in skilled trades such as carpentry, electrician work, plumbing or even […] The post Men Step Up to Support Future Barbers, Anne Arundel County Public School Students Through Internship appeared first on The Baltimore Times ..read more