Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), a slow-growing blood cancer, affects people of all backgrounds, but understanding its nuances within the Black community is crucial. While less common than some other cancers, CML presents unique challenges for Black patients, including potential disparities read more about Ask a Black Doctor: Navigating Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
Erica Cash, a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at Texas Health Rockwall, has a story that epitomizes resilience, faith, and purpose. Her remarkable transition from being a patient to becoming a healthcare provider is a testament to her strength and dedication read more about How My Life-Threatening Diagnosis Turned Into a Life-Saving Career
Scalp psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune condition, presents unique challenges for maintaining healthy hair and a comfortable scalp. For individuals who enjoy protective styles, finding options that work well with this condition can be a balancing act between style and scalp read more about Scalp Psoriasis & Protective Styles: What Works & What Does Not
A progressive genetic disease primarily affecting the lungs and digestive system, cystic fibrosis (CF) is a condition that has impacted millions across the world. It’s also a condition known for producing large amounts of thick, sticky mucus, which can become read more about Living With Cystic Fibrosis: 5 Everyday Habits That Can Change It ALL
According to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), there are over 103,000 people on the organ transplant waitlist as of September 2024. Astonishingly, almost 90,000 of them are waiting for a kidney transplant while a little over 9,000 need read more about Your Guide to Becoming a Living Organ Donor
(HealthDay News) — Genetic tests can show which patients with the blood cancer multiple myeloma should respond to targeted therapy, a new study finds. A special six-gene pattern can help predict who is more likely to respond well to Venclexta (venetoclax), read more about Do You Have the Right Genes for This Multiple Myeloma Treatment?
