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Why Are So Many Young Black Adults Getting Cancer?

What’s causing all this cancer? Especially among young Black folks, what’s leading to this? While it’s not uncommon for older individuals ... Read More

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How Chadwick Boseman’s Death Changed the Game for Black Men

When Chadwick Boseman died at 43, two years shy of the recommended colon screening age, Black doctors had hoped it would lead more Black men ... Read More

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The #1 MISSED Health Screening Among Black Folks

Preventive health screenings are important for everyone because things like pap smears, mammograms, colon cancer screenings and vaccines can ... Read More

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From Tanzania to Capitol Hill: My Quest for Equity in Colon Cancer Treatment

Imagine dedicating your life to making healthcare more equitable and accessible for everyone, especially those in marginalized communities. ... Read More

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What’s Hiding in Your Stool? A New Test For Detecting Colon Cancer

Colorectal cancer (CRC) continues to be a significant health concern for Black Americans, who face higher diagnosis rates and mortality ... Read More

Deon “Bud” Richmond: From The Cosby Show To Cancer Survivor

As Rudy Huxtable's first "boyfriend" Kenny (aka Bud) on The Cosby Show, Deon Richmond played a small, but very memorable, role on the family ... Read More

This Clinical Trial Boosted Patient Survival for Advanced Colon Cancer

This Clinical Trial Boosted Patient Survival for Advanced Colon Cancer

WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 (HealthDay News) — People battling advanced colon cancers might have a new treatment option that could extend their ... Read More

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Doctors Said It Was Just Pregnancy, But It Was Cancer: ‘Trust Your Own Body’

Pregnancy is often a time of joy and anticipation, but for some women, it can also mask symptoms of a silent threat: colorectal cancer ... Read More

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Q&A: Are Black Americans Facing a Silent Crisis with Colorectal Cancer?

Despite advances in medicine, colorectal cancer remains a significant threat, particularly among minority communities. Shockingly Black ... Read More

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“No More ‘Do It Later'”: Deondre Williams on Life After Colon Cancer

Deondre Williams is a shining example of strength and resilience in the face of adversity. As a survivor of colon cancer, he has not only ... Read More

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Know Your Risk: 10 Things Blacks Need to Know About Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer remains a significant health concern, particularly for the Black community, which faces higher incidence rates and lower ... Read More

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Dirty Dozen: 12 Cancers Linked To Smoking

Smoking is a habit that can have devastating effects on your health. Not only does it increase your risk of respiratory diseases and heart ... Read More

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