A comprehensive investigation released last week reveals that Black women are significantly more likely to undergo cesarean sections during childbirth than white women at the
Dr. Donna Patterson, a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of healthcare experience, shares her expertise on heart health with a focus on the
The story of heart disease in Black women reflects broader patterns of health inequality in America. Medical records reveal that cardiovascular problems strike earlier, hit
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
For decades, skin cancer has been framed as a threat primarily to those with lighter skin tones, leaving a dangerous gap in awareness and medical
For many Black women facing fibroid diagnosis, the journey through the healthcare system reveals deeply rooted systemic barriers. Their narratives explore not just personal struggles
Medical discrimination threatens reproductive health outcomes nationwide The impact of medical weight discrimination Weight bias in healthcare settings has long been a pervasive issue, creating
Healthcare can feel like an obstacle course for plus-size individuals, with uncomfortable waiting room chairs and judgment-filled doctor visits. But here’s the good news: a
