Is Glaucoma Affecting African Americans Differently?
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Is Religion Keeping Black Folks Out of Clinical Trials?
Is illness part of God's will for your life? This profound question often resonates deeply, particularly for Black patients facing critical health decisions. A new study presented at the 2024 American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting sheds light read more about Is Religion Keeping Black Folks Out of Clinical Trials?

Bug Bites 101: 10 Common Bites and What They Could Mean
Everybody wants to have fun outside for the summer, including the bugs. While many people will take precautions like using bug spray, that doesn’t guarantee that they won’t get bitten. Worse yet, some of these bugs can be lurking in read more about Bug Bites 101: 10 Common Bites and What They Could Mean

The Eczema Skincare Routine That Changed A Black Dermatologist’s Life
As a child, Ife Rodney, MD experienced severe dry patches of skin along with itchy bumps that would appear around her hair follicles. However, it wasn't until adulthood that she finally found the culprit. "My main eczema symptom has always read more about The Eczema Skincare Routine That Changed A Black Dermatologist’s Life

The Overlooked Risk Factor for Heart Disease in Black Americans
Weight. Stress. Diet. Lifestyle. We’ve all heard it before - you need to change this or tweak that if you want to improve your cardiovascular health for the long term. But what if there’s something more? What if there’s something read more about The Overlooked Risk Factor for Heart Disease in Black Americans

This New Blood Test Could Change How You Monitor Your Health
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, over seven million Americans will live with Alzheimer’s disease in 2025. Most of them will be over 65, and astonishingly, 73 percent of that number will be over 75. This illness not only has a read more about This New Blood Test Could Change How You Monitor Your Health

5 Must-Have Ingredients in a Healthy Sunscreen (And 3 You Should Avoid)
Your skin may be darker, but that doesn’t mean it’s invincible. A common misconception among the Black community is that sunscreen isn’t necessary. In reality, sunburn and sun impacts go beyond merely the color or shade of your skin. Black read more about 5 Must-Have Ingredients in a Healthy Sunscreen (And 3 You Should Avoid)