In today’s rundown: Disturbing discrepancies found in minority foreclosures. | A more comprehensive plan is needed to lower the rate of HIV/AIDS in the suburbs. | The benefits women will receive from the new health care reform legislation.
— A new report out today shows that minority homeowners in the Washington region are more likely to be in foreclosure even if they have credit scores and loan sizes similar to their white counterparts. Click here to read more about the National Community Reinvestment Coalition’s report.
— While much of the discussion and research on HIV/AIDS in our area is focused on Washington, D.C., a new study shows that the disease is also a major health problem in the suburbs, which need a better prevention plan and more testing efforts. Click here for details.
— We’ve been hearing about health care reform for a long time now, but what’s in it for us women? Click here for a comprehensive breakdown.