Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and it's hitting Black communities the hardest. But here's what many ... Read More
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This One Lifestyle Change Could Save Your Heart
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for all racial and ethnic groups in the United States. However, the Black community experiences ... Read More
Heart Health Clinical Trials: A Black Doctor’s Perspective
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death among Black Americans. Clinical trials are crucial in developing effective ... Read More
From Fried Hard to Air Fried: A Twist on our Favorite Passed-Down Recipes
Soul food is more than just a meal—it's history, family, and culture wrapped in love and flavor. Whether it's crispy fried chicken, ... Read More
My Story: 6 Months After Giving Birth, My Heart Stopped
When Bre Khounphinith first began experiencing overwhelming fatigue as a child, her doctors assumed the culprit was asthma. She often found ... Read More
Foods Your Heart Will Love: A Guide for Black Families
Heart health is a vital concern for everyone, but for Black families, addressing cardiovascular health is particularly important. Black ... Read More
3 Warning Signs of Vascular Disease You Should NEVER Ignore
Vascular disease is a critical health issue affecting millions of Americans, but it disproportionately impacts Black communities due to a ... Read More
This Heart Health Clinical Trial Just Wants You to Exercise for 6 Months
Surviving cancer is a journey marked by challenges, including the risk of heart disease, especially for Black and survivors. Physical ... Read More
A Black Morehouse Doctor Will Receive This Prestigious Clinical Trial Award
Dr. Herman A. Taylor Jr., M.D., M.P.H., FAHA, a renowned cardiologist and researcher at Morehouse School of Medicine, will be awarded the ... Read More
This Heart Study Was Made by Black Doctors Just for Black Patients
In order to create better drugs for Black Americans, our participation in clinical trials and studies is crucial. In a recent Patient Pulse ... Read More
15 Foods Secretly High in Salt
While a little salt can do wonders for a meal’s flavor, too much of it can increase your risk of developing an enlarged heart muscle, ... Read More
Genes or Lifestyle? How Your Path to Obesity Influences Your Heart Health
You might already know that being overweight or obese can increase your risk of various health conditions, including heart disease. However, ... Read More