The medical field has long grappled with a lack of diversity, an issue that has far-reaching implications for healthcare outcomes. To ... Read More
Prostate Cancer
This Clinical Trial Showed Promise in Properly Detecting Prostate Cancer in Black Men
Prostate cancer is a significant health concern for men, particularly Black men who face a disproportionately higher risk of developing and ... Read More
Not Ready For A Biopsy? Talk To Your Doctor About These 3 Alternatives
If your doctor suspects you’re at risk for prostate cancer, they might recommend a biopsy to confirm it. However, biopsies can be invasive ... Read More
This Clinical Trial Could Change How Prostate Cancer Is Detected in Black Men
Preliminary clinical research findings by the University of Alberta indicate that PET/CT imaging could replace the standard MRI in the ... Read More
Why Are Black Cancer Patients Frailer Than Their Peers?
Older Black American cancer patients have higher rates of frailty and disability than their white peers, which may help explain why Black ... Read More
NBA Legend Cancer-Free After Removing Prostate: “I Was in Shock”
Alonzo Mourning, a seven-time NBA All-Star and Olympic gold medalist, recently underwent surgery to remove his prostate after being ... Read More
BDO@ASCO June 2, 2024: A Prostate Cancer Breakthrough for Black Men
BDO is currently covering the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Meeting in Chicago, IL from June 1-June 3, 2024. Be sure to ... Read More
75-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Completes 100M Sprint in Under 14 Seconds!
Run Charlie Run! 75-year-old Charles Allie has gone viral after running a 100-meter sprint in under 14 seconds. At the 2023 Penn Relays, ... Read More
6 Unexpected Remedies for Lower PSA in Black Men
Is your PSA too high? Have you been diagnosed with prostate cancer or are you at risk for developing it? Simply want ways to get that pesky ... Read More
Prioritizing Prostate Health: Early Screening for Black Men
One in eight men overall has the potential to develop prostate cancer, but more at risk are the one in six Black men likely to suffer from ... Read More
8 Life-Saving Facts Every Brother Should Know About Prostate Cancer
Over 41,000 Black men in the U.S. will discover that they have prostate cancer this year. In fact, about one in six will receive a diagnosis ... Read More
5 Ways a Plant-Based Diet Improves Prostate Cancer Treatments
If you're a man dealing with prostate cancer, your diet could play a crucial role in managing treatment side effects. Recent research ... Read More
