According to recent statistics, cervical cancer is the fourth most common type of cancer in the world. Unfortunately, the numbers are not in … [Read more...] about 5 Warning Signs Of Cervical Cancer Every Black Woman Should Know
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The “Silent” STD You Should Pay Attention To
More than 42 percent of adults between the age of 18 and 59 are infected with genital human papillomavirus (HPV) – the most common sexually … [Read more...] about The “Silent” STD You Should Pay Attention To
Black Women In Alabama Are Dying At High Rates Of Preventable Cancer
Black women, our mothers, sisters, daughters, aunties and friends are dying in Alabama. They are dying from cervical cancer at the highest … [Read more...] about Black Women In Alabama Are Dying At High Rates Of Preventable Cancer
10 Essential Check-Ups You Need To Schedule After 40
A lot of people avoid the doctor for a variety of reasons. However, as you get older, it’s best to make your health a priority. That starts … [Read more...] about 10 Essential Check-Ups You Need To Schedule After 40
Don’t Wait To Schedule Your Next Eye Exam
Making sure you stay up to date with all of your appointments is important. Scheduling your annual check-up for different areas of your body … [Read more...] about Don’t Wait To Schedule Your Next Eye Exam
Cancer Screenings: Who Should I Listen To?
For many years, medical experts have been urging Americans to seek regular and timely screenings for a variety of cancers, including cancers … [Read more...] about Cancer Screenings: Who Should I Listen To?
Coming To America’s Vanessa Bell Calloway: “By The Grace Of God, I’m Still Here”
Movie and television actress Vanessa Bell Calloway, who recently turned 66, is best known for her roles in What’s Love Got to Do with It and … [Read more...] about Coming To America’s Vanessa Bell Calloway: “By The Grace Of God, I’m Still Here”
NMA President’s Corner: Is Health Reform Good For You?
The Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act, commonly known as the new health care reform legislation, was signed into law on March 23, … [Read more...] about NMA President’s Corner: Is Health Reform Good For You?
What To Expect From A Pelvic Exam
Generally, doctors recommend that women over the age of 21 get an annual pelvic exam. When you’re dealing with endometriosis, though, these … [Read more...] about What To Expect From A Pelvic Exam
Q&A: Living With HIV
Q: What are some of the top conditions that people who’ve been living with HIV for a longer period of time tend to suffer from? In addition … [Read more...] about Q&A: Living With HIV
Can Stress Really Make Us Sick?
What is health? A check-up with your doctor often focuses on making sure we are not sick – checking our blood pressure, cholesterol, pap … [Read more...] about Can Stress Really Make Us Sick?
To Check Or Not To Check Your Prostate?
Let's address a conversation that I’ve had with my male patients given some new recommendations about prostate cancer and screening. When … [Read more...] about To Check Or Not To Check Your Prostate?