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11/03/21

These Hair Raisers Want to Decolonize and Decriminalize Afro-Textured Hair

In this special series to celebrate Ulta Beauty’s MUSE 100 – a new initiative that magnifies, uplifts, supports, and empowers select men and women in shaking up the beauty industry – host Marjon Carlos sits with the creator of the Detangler Brush and celebrity hairstylist Felicia Leatherwood, founder of Alikay Naturals, Rochelle Graham-Campbell, and content creator Jewellianna Palencia to get to the root of the self-esteem issues in many people with afro-textured hair, including the lack of resources available for taming and growing tresses, a lack of representation on television and in brands, and laws that criminalize Black men and women for wearing their natural hair.

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10/28/21

These Fearless Founders are Normalizing Black Excellence

In this special series to celebrate Ulta Beauty’s MUSE 100 – a new initiative that magnifies, uplifts, supports, and empowers select people in shaking up the beauty industry.

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10/26/21

These Women Are Working to Ensure Beauty Brands Are Diverse on All Levels

In this special series, Beauty Breakers, we celebrate Ulta Beauty’s MUSE 100 – a new initiative that magnifies, uplifts, supports, and empowers 100 Black voices in and around the beauty industry.

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10/26/21

These Women Are Empowering POC to Practice Wellness

In this special series, Beauty Breakers, we celebrate Ulta Beauty’s MUSE 100 – a new initiative that magnifies, uplifts, supports, and empowers 100 Black voices shaking up the beauty industry.

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10/12/21

These Four Changemakers are Creating a Better World With American Girl

When these fearless individuals see a problem, they speak up to make a difference.

08/13/21

Answer This: What Is CMV and What Do New Parents Need To Know?

In this episode of Answer This, NowThis correspondent Zinhle Essamuah speaks to Dr. Gail Demmler-Harrison, infectious disease expert at Texas Children’s Hospital about Cytomegalovirus (CMV), which can affect many adults and can also have harmful effects on newborns.

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08/11/21

Answer This: Disparities In Health Care For Mothers

Black women are 3 to 4 times more likely to encounter childbirth complications than white women — Dr. Elizabeth Howell breaks down why that is and how we can work to fix it.

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08/10/21

5 Things to Know About The Maternal Health Crisis In America

The U.S. has a shockingly high maternal mortality rate. For Black women, the situation is dire. What’s going on with maternal health in America?

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Seen: This Aerospace Engineer Is Pushing for More Diversity in the STEM Industry

"My advice to anybody seeking out a career in STEM ... find mentors, find advocates, find the people you can learn from.

07/15/21

5 Things To Know About A Common Virus You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Cytomegalovirus, or CMV, is a virus that often shows no symptoms in adults but can cause serious health issues in newborn babies.

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07/13/21

The U.S. Had A Record Year For New Anti-Abortion Laws. Here’s What You Need To Know.

Just six months into 2021, 90 new laws that place restrictions on abortion access have been enacted in several states — which is more than any year since Roe v. Wade.

07/01/21

What Is The CROWN Act And Why Is It Important Now?

July 3 is National CROWN Day, supported by Dove to advocate for the CROWN Act which has been signed into law in multiple states. It works to protect people from race-based hair discrimination at a job or school.

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