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Can You Tell If Your Own Heart Is Failing?
Knowing your body and how it should operate daily can be a lot more complex than we might think. To…
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Is It Heartburn or a Heart Problem? An Expert Explains
You’ve indulged in treats at a family gathering when suddenly, chest pain strikes. Is it just heartburn—or something more serious,…
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Heart Attack Symptoms Women Shouldn’t Ignore
As women, particularly women of color, knowing the symptoms of a heart attack is imperative for our health and livelihood.…
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Iconic Rapper Faced ‘Certain Death’ During Open Heart Surgery – BlackDoctor.org
Rapper and hip-hop icon Scarface has been very open and candid about his health journey these past few years. From…
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How Often Should Black Men Get Their Heart Checked
Studies show that Black Americans are more prone to have heart-related issues than other ethnicities. They’re also more likely to…
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A Cardiologist Explains: Strategies for Total Heart Health
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa tackles the common barriers to exercise and heart health, from unsafe neighborhoods to busy schedules. Discover practical…
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What Black People Should Know About Heart Disease Risk
Heart disease is an all-encompassing term that’s used to describe several conditions that affect your heart. The most common one…
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What Black Cancer Patients Should Know About Heart Damage After Treatment – BlackDoctor.org
As a cardiologist specializing in cardio-oncology, one of my primary goals is to ensure cancer patients and survivors understand and…
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Hypertension and Heart Disease in Black Folks
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa breaks down the life-threatening distinctions between sudden cardiac arrest and heart attack. Learn how sudden cardiac arrest,…
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LA Rams Partners to Provide Free Heart Health Screenings to Fans – BlackDoctor.org
Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images On Sunday, June 9th, the Los Angeles Rams football team collaborated with Edwards Lifesciences…
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