Legendary Latinas

By Latina Staff | 09/17/2008 - 12:53 | 1 Comment

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Dolores Huerta

Born April 10th, 1930, Dolores Huerta is a symbol of the struggle for equal rights for all Latinos. Often overshadowed by her contemporary Cesar Chavez, with whom she founded the United Farm Workers Association in 1962, Huerta's work has been pivotal in obtaining rights for immigrant workers and farmers. She is currently president of the Dolores Huerta Foundation, whose mission it is to, "build active communities working for fair and equal access to health care, housing, education, jobs, civic participation and economic resources." Her legacy continues in every Latina fighting against injustice.

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Madrid Fashion Week Shuns Too-Skinny Models

By Monica Herrera | 09/16/2008 - 17:28 |

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Protruding collarbones. Visible ribcages. Spaghetti noodle-like arms. Pretty images, they're not, but we saw them everywhere during New York Fashion Week. Skinny doesn't begin to describe what models look like these days, and while Manhattanites will do as they do, writing articles (here's another) and holding panels about the lack of diverse faces and bodies on the runway after the fact, Spain is taking preemptive action.

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Surviving a Bad Economy

By Mariela Rosario | 09/15/2008 - 13:38 |

It’s no secret that the economy is taking a downturn. As financial institutions tailspin, homes foreclose, businesses downsize, and gas and grocery prices skyrocket, many of us are starting feel the pinch and some of us may be starting to feel a bit of financial panic. Now more than ever, is a great time to start learn about financial planning. With some expert help, Latina.com put together a survival guide to get you started.

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Mexican Kidnap Suspects Captured Amid Waves of Violence and Protests

By Mariela Rosario | 09/11/2008 - 11:57 |

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

By admin | 09/10/2008 - 16:14 | 1 Comment

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Breast cancer is the leading cause of death among Latinas with studies showing only 38% of Latinas age 40 or older get regular mammograms.

Despite recent increases in screening rates, breast cancer still tends to be diagnosed at a later stage—when treatment options are more limited.

In commemoration of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Latina.com urges you to take matters into your own hands and reduce your risk.
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Jessica Alba Declares Herself ... a Bondage Queen?

By Latina Staff | 09/10/2008 - 15:30 |

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Jessica Alba is going for a little shock and awe in her new ad campaign for voter registration group Declare Yourself, by dressing up in bondage-inspired gear.

 

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