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Black History Month: Dr. Joyce Yerwood

Dr. Joyce Yerwood was Fairfield County's first black woman physician. The Yerwood Center in Stamford is named for her. In honor of Black History month, we are recognizing local African Americans who made an impact in our state.

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Feb 10, 2020, 12:40 PM

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