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Doctors Said It Was Just Pregnancy, But It Was Cancer: ‘Trust Your Own Body’
Photo courtesy of Jenna/Colorectal Cancer Alliance Pregnancy is often a time of joy and anticipation, but for some women, it…
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How Breast Cancer Guidelines Fail Black Women
The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recently released its long-anticipated guidelines on breast cancer screening, lowering the screening age…
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Why Healthy Eating Is Key for Black Breast Cancer Survivors
Congratulations on your journey as a breast cancer survivor! Your health is precious, and recent research highlights the importance of…
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More Patients Enrolling in Cancer Treatment Trials – BlackDoctor.org
Patient enrollment in cancer treatment trials is 7.1 percent, higher than historical estimates, according to a study published online April…
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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 Americans face the second-highest…
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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…
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6 Common Questions We Get About Cancer Clinical Trials, Answered
Did you know that every medical therapy we have to treat cancer starts with a clinical trial? Treatments like chemotherapy,…
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8 Life-Saving Facts Every Brother Should Know About Prostate Cancer
Over 41,000 Black men in the U.S. will discover that they have prostate cancer this year. In fact, about one…
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Feeling Okay Sis? 5 Tips for Feeling Better During Cancer Treatment
The “Big C” is a word none of us wanna hear, especially nowadays. With times tough and money harder to…
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Black Men, You’re At Risk for Breast Cancer Too!
As a Black man, you’ve got a lot on your plate. Whether it’s grinding day and night to put money…
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