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Two Black NY heart failure survivors marry after meeting on Valentine’s Day as patients in ICU
When Christine Paul’s physician asked her to check in on Kendell Paul, a fellow patient at the North Shore University…
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Health + Wellness
Cedars-Sinai is Using AI to Predict Pancreatic Cancer in Black Patients – BlackDoctor.org
Cedars-Sinai is Using AI to Predict Pancreatic Cancer in Black Patients – BlackDoctor.org – Where Wellness & Culture Connect …
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Health + Wellness
How PsA Is Different From Other Arthritis Types in Black Patients
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a complex and chronic form of arthritis that goes well beyond normal arthritis pains. In fact,…
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Health + Wellness
5 Areas Where Black Patients Commonly Face Discrimination
Healthcare these days can be a complicated and frustrating mess. Especially when you’re facing potential discrimination based on your sex,…
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Health + Wellness
Black Patients Have a Higher Life Expectancy When Connected to Black Doctors
News, these counties also had lower disparities in mortality rates between Black and white residents. This longer life expectancy existed…
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Finding Trustworthy Home Care for Cancer Patients: Essential Tips
How to Find Trustworthy Home Care for Cancer Patients When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, finding the right…
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Health + Wellness
What Is ‘Good Patient’ Syndrome & How Could It Be Harmful To Black Patients
Nobody likes to be called “difficult,” so it’s simpler to comply when you’re continually being treated. Long-term chronic disease threatens…
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This Clinical Trial Extended the Life of Patients With Advanced Melanoma – BlackDoctor.org
(HealthDay News) — A decade of patient follow-up finds a combo of two immunotherapy drugs can greatly extend survival for…
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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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Health + Wellness
Why Are Black Cancer Patients Frailer Than Their Peers?
Older Black American cancer patients have higher rates of frailty and disability than their white peers, which may help explain…
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