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Black Gynecologist Releases Comprehensive Guide ‘Endometriosis: The Name of the Pain and How to Repress It’

BLACK ENTERPRISE EditorsAugust 16, 2023August 17, 2023

by BLACK ENTERPRISE EditorsAugust 16, 2023August 17, 20233295

This comprehensive guide offers a beacon of hope for individuals seeking to understand and navigate the complex landscape of endometriosis....

Vanessa Simmons Is Taking Self-Care To A Whole New Level With Wellness Brand, ‘U4IA’

Dontaira TerrellJuly 24, 2023July 24, 2023

by Dontaira TerrellJuly 24, 2023July 24, 20231607

The ever-changing landscape following the pandemic redefined the notion of self-care for the former ‘Project Runway’ judge, prompting her to take a deep dive into...

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Nebraska Groom’s Heart Stops An Hour After Saying ‘I Do,’ Leaving Bride And Family Distraught

Lauren NutallJune 25, 2023June 26, 2023

by Lauren NutallJune 25, 2023June 26, 20231347

A Nebraska bride went from attending her wedding to planning a funeral after her husband died shortly after the ceremony....

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Black Mortality Rates Reflect 1.6M Excess Deaths Over Span of 22 Years

Stacy JacksonMay 17, 2023May 17, 2023

by Stacy JacksonMay 17, 2023May 17, 2023606

Authors of the study believe the results amplify the necessity to improve the health of Black Americans who often die at higher rates from heart...

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Study by Karmanos and Georgetown Researchers Find Relationship between Discrimination and Frailty in Black Cancer Survivors

BLACK ENTERPRISE EditorsMarch 22, 2023March 21, 2023

by BLACK ENTERPRISE EditorsMarch 22, 2023March 21, 20231053

"Discrimination can act as a chronic stressor which can throw the body off balance, resulting in increases in blood pressure, heart rate, metabolism, inflammation, and...

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New Research in JNCCN Highlights the Negative Impact of Continued Exclusion of Racial Groups from Research on Cancer Genomics USA

BLACK ENTERPRISE EditorsMarch 13, 2023March 12, 2023

by BLACK ENTERPRISE EditorsMarch 13, 2023March 12, 2023452

Researchers call for better inclusion of people in Africa and with African ancestry in studies on inherited genetics to help address disparities in prostate cancer...

Recognizing and Addressing Social Determinants of Health

Ashlei StevensFebruary 28, 2023August 9, 2023

by Ashlei StevensFebruary 28, 2023August 9, 2023972

Two groups of people living in nearby zip codes in Atlanta have drastically different health outcomes and projected life spans: residents of predominantly white, high-income...

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‘Black Lives Deserves Quality Healthcare’: Gilead’s Commitment to Advancing Health and Black Equity

Chris AtwellFebruary 16, 2023August 9, 2023

by Chris AtwellFebruary 16, 2023August 9, 20232369

Gilead is no stranger to the health equity space. The 35-year-old pharmaceutical firm has developed innovative therapeutic options for people living with HIV, viral hepatitis,...

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