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Though deaths are down significantly from their peak in January 2021, older adults and people with underlying health problems remain more susceptible to serious cases of COVID-19. Because of that, some medical professionals believe the vaccine mandate should continue at nursing homes and hospitals.

“ is is an important requirement,’’ said Dr. Georges Benjamin, executive director of the American Public Health Association. “Not only does it protect the health care worker themself, but it also protects the patients.’’ Nationwide, about 5% of the over 15,000 nursing homes caring for Medicare or Medicaid patients have been cited for violating the COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and about 2% of the 4,900 hospitals, according to the AP’s analysis. But those citations haven’t been evenly spread among states and occurred less o en during the latter half of 2022.

Twenty-four states cited no hospitals for COVID-19 vaccination violations. Deficiency citations reported to CMS are categorized by code numbers. For nursing homes, violations of the COVID-19 staff vaccination requirements are listed as F0888 deficiencies. For hospitals, those violations are listed as A0792 deficiencies. California is one of the five states with the greatest number of nursing homes cited for such deficiencies: Michigan, 66; Pennsylvania, 64; California, 59; Illinois, 55; and Louisiana, 50.

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If current e orts to protect present and future generations are not realized, African Americans will continue to pay the disproportionate price of death and disease for generations to come.

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In 2021 the AATCLC was joined by the Action on Smoking and Health, the American Medical Association, and the National Medical Association when we sued the FDA to compel them to take menthol off the U.S. market. Imagine our nation’s medical doctors joining with us to sue our own government to take these deadly addictive products off the market. This August, the FDA is slated to make a final ruling to take all menthol and flavored products off the market. Now is the time to take a stand and be a part of the solution: Stop taking tobacco industry money.

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Washington “Remawn”

Washington Waddell, better known as “Remawn,” was born on February 3, 1972, in San Diego, California to Washington Waddell and Diane Waddell. He was the oldest of two children. Remawn was raised in San Diego and he attended Holmes Elementary, Albert Einstein Middle, and Madison High School. In 1995, he graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration.

Remawn accepted Christ as his personal Lord and Savior. He was baptized at Mount Sinai Baptist Church. In his young years, Remawn would attend church and sit on his grandmother’s lap and enjoy the services. He was a God-fearing man. His legacy includes his motto “Choose to be Blessed.”

Remawn held many honors and awards. As a teacher’s assistant for San Diego Unified School District, he tutored students who were at risk academically. He was also a math tutor for students attending SDSU. He received the honor of being a San Diego Chapter LINKS Achiever. He volunteered on many community service projects.

After graduating from SDSU, he began his career at COX Communications. He worked his way up to Lead and later Team Manager. He enjoyed being a Digital Telephone Manager at the Customer Care Center.

In 1997, Remawn was blessed with a baby girl, Jaslyn Waddell. He devoted his life to his daughter Jaslyn. Remawn loved and cherished his daughter and family. Remawn was also a die-hard Chargers fan. Remawn was called home to be with our Heavenly Father on Friday, January 27, 2023. To celebrate and honor the life he lived, Remawn leaves one daughter, Jaslyn Waddell; his mother Diane Waddell; sister Diane (Dee Dee) Waddell; and two nephews Noah and Jaceyon. He also leaves a host of other relatives and many, many treasured friends.

Bruce Ellis Michael L.

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Bruce Ellis Barron was born on January 5, 1969, to Helen Jean Pugh and Alex Barron, Jr. of Humboldt, Tennessee.

Bruce began his education at Thomas Elementary School and later attended Carbondale High School, where he was enrolled in honor classes. He loved learning.

After graduating Bruce began his career at Nutrition Headquarters in Carbondale, Illinois. He moved on to Budweiser Beer Company but found his passion when he moved to San Diego, California in 1997. Soon after his arrival in San Diego, he started working for Bioserv Corporation as a Material Associate III where he worked for 14 years.

He was a bright and talented shining star at home, work, and in his community. He was kind and caring and always made time to help others whether it was through conversation, a meal or financial help.

Bruce loved to cook and often made meals for those in need – family, friends and strangers alike. Once you met Bruce you became like family to him. He would see a need and do his best to facilitate or help to guide those he helped on the right path to find the answers they sought.

On January 19, 2023, at age 54, Bruce heard the voice of the Lord and went home. He will truly be missed and remembered for the great person that he was.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, his brother James Pugh, and niece Leteisha Pugh. He is survived by his wife; Bobbie Barron; children, Jalessia Winston, Bruce Barron, Jr. Jason Dentmon, and Brittney Fair; siblings, Augusta Barron of Detroit, MI, Charles Pugh Jr., Mary (Pugh) Lyes and Terry Lyes (spouse), Ray Pugh, David Barron; and a host of other family and loved ones: Kimberly Rivers (sister-in-law,) Travis Biglow and Mona Biglow (brother-in-law and sisterin-law,) Rita Rivers (sister-in-law,) and many nephews and nieces. The family of Bruce Barron extends warm and grateful expressions to all who prayed, called and showed love during this difficult time. Your thoughtfulness is truly appreciated and has helped to ease their grief.

Sakaria Muhammad

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SUNSET 02/02/2023

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In the Name of Allah The Beneficent The Merciful.

Sister Sakaria Muhammad was born on September 13, 1938, to Mitchella Frizzell and Nathaniel Cargill in Birmingham, Alabama. From a very young age, Sakaria Muhammad was always inquisitive, she liked to ask questions concerning the well-being of her people. Her mother enrolled her in Catholic school where she would make inquiries to her instructors, like, “Why aren’t there any black angels or black people portrayed in the Bible?” and make statements like, “I know that God loves us too.”

At a young age, Sister Sakaria left her hometown seeking to make a change, which led her to work with Huey P. Newton and some of the other founding members of the Black Panther Party, before they were widely known. Soon after, Brother Jabril Muhammad (formerly known as Bernard Cushmeer) invited her to hear Malcolm X speak at a venue in San Francisco. That led her to the Nation of Islam where she stood up and became a registered believer of the Nation of Islam in 1965, San Francisco Temple #26.

By the early 1970s, she was already an accomplished loving wife and mother who cared for her family very deeply. She taught us all how to love which came straight from her heart. She also taught Islam to her children and family.

When the Nation of Islam fell in 1975, she and her family left the Temple but continued to practice the Teachings of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad. By 1978 she knew and understood that the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan was the one to rebuild the Nation of Islam and the work of The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad and thus, with his permission, worked hard in the rebuilding of the N.O.I. in San Diego from the late 1970s through the 90s. She became the local M.G.T. Captain of the women in the Nation of Islam.

Sister Sakaria Muhammad knew how to bring a smile to everyone’s face. Even when she was feeling down, her spirits were always bright. Bringing so much joy and sunshine to the hearts and souls to all whom Allah had blessed to get to know her.

Allah blessed Sister Sakaria Muhammad, she had the Spirit of a True Follower and True Believer! She passed February 2, 2023, and is survived by many family and friends who loved, cherished, adored, and cared for her dearly!

May Allah be pleased.

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Michael Labaron James was born September 3, 1954, in Mobile, Alabama. He was the eldest of four children. Born to Julia Hunter and Johnnie Longmire. His father preceded him in death.

Michael graduated from W. P. Davidson High School in 1972. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps right after graduating high school. After he completed his term in the Marine Corps, in 1975, he moved to San Diego to start a new life. He began working with the “Brother House” in Little Africa. He was given the name Sadiki Mumina, which means trustworthy, faithful, and one who completes what he starts. Michael was an advocate in the community for brotherly love. From 1979 to 1980 he worked as a teaching assistant at Gompers High School, teaching and assisting with Chemistry, English and Math classes. Michael was enrolled at City College taking courses to become a psychologist, but God had other plans for him.

On March 27, 1982, Michael married the love of his life, Carol Denise Braxton. They were blessed with four beautiful, amazing children: Fadila James, Fikira James, Hashimu James and Haki James.

In 1982 Michel started his own business, Doc’s Tree Service and Landscaping. He was well known throughout the National City area delivering mulch to beautify the communities in San Diego.

Michael always tried to inspire others to do their best. In 1994, Michael worked under the leadership of Mother Winne, Mother Florence Holmes and Mother Opal West in helping the less fortunate. They prepared hot meals for the homeless and provided several needed items to help. In 1995, Michael became a member of the Greater Israelite Church of God in Christ under the leadership and watchful care of the late Pastor Harvey W. Jessie.

In later years, Michael was the drill instructor for the Joy Express Drill team and later became president of the organization.

Elder Michael James transitioned from labor to reward on January 30, 2023. He leaves to cherish his legacy and memory his loving wife of 41 years, Carol (Sweets), and a host of loving and supportive family, extended relatives, and friends.

So with you: Now is your time of grief, but will see you again and you will rejoice and no one will take away your joy. John 16:22 (NIV)