Mind-Body Medicine
The American healthcare system must address the influence of psychological stress and the social contexts that lead to disparate health outcomes among the Black community. The Black community faces stressful experiences due to distinct socio-historical and…
Read moreThe Gun Violence Epidemic
Gun violence is a leading cause of premature death in the U.S. Guns kill more than 38,000 people and cause nearly 85,000 injuries each year. The number of gun deaths in 2021 climbed even higher and is approaching…
Read moreImportance of Primary Care Providers
Generally speaking, people in good health rarely need medications or have the need to see a specialist. So, it’s probably natural that most give little thought to selecting a primary care provider. At some point,…
Read moreTobacco Cessation & Weight Management
Smoking and obesity are the two leading causes of death in the U.S. Two thirds of adults in the U.S. are overweight or obese, and approximately 9 million adults who are obese are smokers. Tobacco…
Read moreCOVID-19 and Child and Adolescent Mental Health
COVID-19 pandemic’s social restrictions have prompted a surge in the mental health needs of children of all ages. Nationwide 4.3 million children/adolescents have been diagnosed with COVID-19 as of August 2021, and many of them have…
Read moreTrauma, HIV/AIDS, and Substance Use in the Black Community
People who engage in drug use or high-risk behaviors associated with drug use put themselves at risk for contracting or transmitting viral infections, such as HIV and AIDS. Drug use and addiction have been linked with…
Read moreCOVID-19: A Patient’s and Frontliner’s Experiences
The COVID-19 outbreak was declared as a global pandemic on March 11, 2020. Doctors form an essential part of an effective response to the COVID-19 pandemic. They have critical roles in diagnosis, containment and treatment, and their commitment…
Read moreBreast Cancer & Survivorship
Breast Cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed among women, as well as the leading cause of cancer death among women worldwide. Once a patient is diagnosed, they are considered a “Survivor”. Survivorship begins at diagnosis…
Read moreAddressing Disparities in Cancer Treatments
All people should have a fair and just opportunity to live a longer, healthier life free from cancer regardless of who they are. Cancer is a disease that can affect anyone, but it doesn’t affect…
Read moreBlack Women’s Health & Gynecological Disparities
Uterine fibroids and endometriosis are gynecological issues with similarities in symptoms including abnormal uterine bleeding and chronic pelvic pain and can significantly impact a woman’s quality of life, fertility, and pregnancy outcomes. Some racial and ethnic…
Read moreHealth Disparities and Quality of Care in Kidney Disease
Although Black people make up just 13% of the United States population, they make up about 35% of people with kidney failure in the U.S. Kidney disease in Black people is a major public health issue. For…
Read moreCOVID-19 and Mental Health and Substance Use
Researchers have observed increases in substance use and drug overdoses in the United States since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared a national emergency in March 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic also presents unique challenges for people with substance…
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