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Empacho: What is this Latino folk illness about?

Mary Mata July 15, 2013

By Hope Gillette, Saludify There are many and varied Latino folk illnesses, one of which is that of empacho, or the warning signs of gastrointestinal food blockage. Empacho consists of a variety of […]

Latin food: Make it healthier with these tips

Mary Mata July 12, 2013

Two Latinas honored as “Champions of Change” in climate change

Mary Mata July 11, 2013

Largest-ever Latino health study aims to understand ‘Hispanic paradox’

Mary Mata July 10, 2013

By John Benson, Saludify The National Institutes of Health project based in Chicago, New York City, Miami and San Diego, have kicked off the second face of their Latino health study. […]

Climate change is making private heat islands for Latinos, people of color

Mary Mata

By Susie Cagle, Grist As if climate change weren’t enough of a huge jerk, now we find out that it’s racist, too — or at least it’s following America’s lead. A […]

Immigration debate: Tuition breaks go largely unclaimed

Mary Mata July 8, 2013

By Caitlin Emma, Politico Fifteen states have passed laws allowing undocumented immigrants to pay in-state tuition at public colleges — a huge incentive for lower-income kids looking for a financial […]

What does the increase in student loan rates mean for Latino students?

NewsTaco July 5, 2013

By John Benson, Voxxi Earlier this week, inaction by leaders in Washington resulted in the subsidized interest rate of Stafford student loans, doubling from 3.4 percent to 6.8 percent. Considering minorities […]