Colon cancer has long been considered a health concern primarily affecting older adults, but a troubling shift is occurring. More young adults are being diagnosed
The human body sends signals when something is wrong, but too often these warnings go unnoticed or misunderstood. For the African American community, this oversight
Dr. Donna Patterson, a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in cardiology, shares her remarkable journey from a 15-year banking career to healthcare. As owner of Rejuvenir
The health disparities affecting Black communities are not just statistics. They are deeply embedded in history, a legacy of oppression, exclusion, and systemic neglect. As
Clinical trials are the foundation of modern medicine, shaping the treatments and therapies that improve and save lives. However, the lack of diversity in these
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, remains one of the most prevalent yet underrecognized health concerns affecting Americans today. Recent data from the Centers
Infertility affects millions of women worldwide, but Black women face unique challenges in reproductive health. Studies show they experience higher infertility rates compared to other
African Americans continue to bear a disproportionate burden of cardiovascular disease in the United States, according to recent findings that reveal troubling patterns across demographic
The intricate workings of the digestive system often escape our conscious awareness until discomfort or dysfunction demands attention. This essential body system serves as the
The Oprah Winfrey Network has launched a comprehensive initiative aimed at addressing persistent health disparities affecting Black women in America. Through a strategic partnership with
Kidney disease is a silent but deadly health issue disproportionately affecting Black and Hispanic communities. In this exclusive interview with rolling out, Dr. Scherly Leon,
A disease once notorious in the classic computer game “Oregon Trail” has resurged with alarming reality in Portland Oregon. Dysentery cases have spiked dramatically in
The human kidneys—each roughly the size of a fist and weighing about a quarter pound—perform the Herculean task of filtering approximately 150 quarts of blood
The landscape of reproductive health stands at a historic turning point with the development of a groundbreaking male contraceptive pill. This innovation could fundamentally shift
Dementia represents far more than occasional forgetfulness or confusion. This collection of cognitive conditions affects millions worldwide, fundamentally altering lives and challenging our understanding of
Dr. Makeda Dawkins, a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Gastroenterology Fellow at Westchester Medical Center, recently shared her insights on liver health and how liver
Uterine fibroids represent one of the most prevalent reproductive health concerns affecting women today, with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimating that
A disturbing trend has emerged in American public health as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals a significant increase in stroke incidents among
A decade-long journey through America’s healthcare system reveals troubling patterns in recognizing and treating heart disease in Black women. Despite cardiovascular disease being the leading
The relationship between environmental metal exposure and heart and cardiovascular disease has emerged as a critical public health concern, with recent findings from Columbia University’s
