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WEBJasmine Smith. September 11, 2024. Prurigo Nodularis (PN) is a rare and chronic skin condition characterized by painful nodules and relentless itching. For patients many…. Read More. BlackDoctor.org is the most comprehensive online health resource for African Americans. Learn about black health conditions, wellness, celebrity news & more!
How 4 Black Doctors Are Shaping Vaccine Confidence In Our …
WEB14 hours ago · In a candid and insightful panel discussion, BlackDoctor.org brought four prominent Black health care professionals together to discuss the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly focusing on vaccine confidence and health equity in the Black community.The panel, moderated by the co-founder of the Black Coalition Against COVID: Dr. Reed Tuckson, included Dr. Virginia Caine, Dr ...
MIND Diet Can Help Prevent Alzheimer's in Black Americans
WEB18 hours ago · Cognitive decline, a gradual deterioration of mental abilities, is a growing concern worldwide.For Black Americans, this issue is particularly significant due to historical and ongoing health disparities. Factors such as systemic racism, limited access to healthcare, and higher rates of chronic diseases have disproportionately impacted the health and well-being of Black communities.
Where Wellness & Culture Connect - BlackDoctor.org
WEBBDO is the world’s largest and most comprehensive online health resource specifically targeted to African Americans. BDO understands that the uniqueness of Black culture - our heritage and our traditions - plays a role in our health.
Black Americans Are More Likely to Get Long COVID. These …
WEBSep 12, 2024 · Millions of people worldwide, especially Black Americans, are experiencing long-term health effects after recovering from COVID-19, a condition known as Long COVID.While the initial stages of the pandemic saw significant progress in diagnosing and managing the virus itself, Long COVID remains a major public health challenge.
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WEBFind a Culturally Sensitive Doctor. Use our free doctor search to find a doctor in your area that will have compassion and listen to you and your concerns. Our doctors offer a level of cultural sensitivity and understanding you won’t find anywhere else. Research finds having a Black doctor results in a reduction in pain and anxiety for Black ...
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5 Causes of Chronic Disease Black Folks Should Consider
WEB2 days ago · 2. Environmental Toxins. Unfortunately, many marginalized communities are close to problem sources, like industrial areas, where toxins pollute the air and water, causing everything from cancers to respiratory conditions. This may include things like heavy metals, pesticides, and all kinds of unfriendly gasses and particulates in the air.
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WEBIn Partnership with the Black Coalition Against COVID. As Black Adults, it can be challenging to find trusted and up-to-date information when it comes to our health which is why The Black Coalition Against COVID (BCAC) and BDO have partnered together to create the COVID-19 Resource Center in order to …
How to Improve Outcomes For Black Blood Cancer Patients
WEBAug 21, 2024 · Blood cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma, disproportionately affect Black Americans.According to Dr. Ruemu Birhiray, a hematology-oncologist at American Oncology Partners in Indianapolis, Black people make up about 14 percent of the U.S. population but account for 20 percent of multiple myeloma patients.Despite this higher risk, only around 5 percent of clinical trial ...