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    The Overlooked Black History of Memorial Day - 1 year(s) ago

    Historians like the Pulitzer Prize winner David Blight have tried to raise awareness of freed slaves who decorated soldiers’ graves in 1865

    Source: Time
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      "The fact that the freed slaves’ Memorial Day tribute is not as well remembered is emblematic of the struggle that would follow, as African Americans’ fight to be fully recognized for their contributions to American society continues to this day." 3/3 https://t.co/iz2xF8wWPt

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      "...a commemoration organized by freed slaves and some white missionaries took place on May 1, 1865, in Charleston, S.C., at a former planters’ racetrack where Confederates held captured Union soldiers during the last year of the war." 2/x https://t.co/iz2xF8wWPt

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      🇺🇸The Overlooked Black History of Memorial Day: "Nowadays, #MemorialDay honors veterans of all wars, but its roots are in America’s deadliest conflict, the Civil War. Approximately 620,000 soldiers died, about two-thirds from disease." 1/x https://t.co/iz2xF8wWPt

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    How to Grill Safely - 1 year(s) ago

    Follow these steps for a safe and enjoyable grilling season.

    Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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      Plans to grill this #MemorialDay? You can help prevent food poisoning. Always use a food thermometer to make sure meat, poultry, & seafood reach a safe internal temperature. Never place cooked meat back on a plate that held raw meat. More grilling tips: https://t.co/loMO47ytRk https://t.co/LZmapd8bEt

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    Skin Cancer Prevention (PDQ®)–Patient Version - 1 year(s) ago

    Skin cancer prevention approaches include avoiding risk factors like ultraviolet radiation that comes from the sun, sun lamps, and tanning beds. Learn more about the risks and possible protective factors for skin cancer in this expert-reviewed summary.

    Source: National Cancer Institute
    Categories: Hem/Onc News and Journals, Latest Headlines
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      Are you planning to enjoy the sun this #MemorialDay weekend? This is your friendly reminder to apply sunscreen before heading outside – excessive exposure to UV rays can damage skin cells and lead to cancer. Stay safe in the sun with these tips: https://t.co/MVvoTFXAb9 https://t.co/cybHx9u1i2

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    How to Grill Safely - 1 year(s) ago

    Follow these steps for a safe and enjoyable grilling season.

    Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    Categories: General Medicine News, Latest Headlines
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      Plans to grill this #MemorialDay? You can help prevent food poisoning. Always use a food thermometer to make sure meat, poultry, & seafood reach a safe internal temperature. Never place cooked meat back on a plate that held raw meat. More grilling tips: https://t.co/loMO47ytRk https://t.co/ohSOimFHWX

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