Men in Dallas County are living shorter lives than the national average, with some areas having a life expectancy gap of nearly 20 years, due to factors such as access to care and ignoring symptoms, but getting regular check-ups can help catch problems early.
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7 Tips to Get the Care You Need at the Doctor
Black Americans can advocate for themselves by preparing questions, taking notes, bringing a loved one, asking to record the conversation, making sure everything is documented, and thinking about who comes after them.
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Black Health Disparities: Still a Thing
Black Americans are more likely to die from heart disease, cancer, cerebrovascular disease, accidents, and COVID-19 due to social determinants of health, including economic stability, education, healthcare, neighborhoods, and social context.
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Kalani Brown’s Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser: Strike Out Cancer
In an inspiring blend of community spirit and athletic camaraderie, Dallas Wings’ center Kalani Brown recently hosted a heartwarming breast cancer awareness fundraiser at PINSTACK bowling alley. This event, Strike […]
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Make sure the men in your life take care of their health
Men are advised to visit their doctor regularly and be aware of symptoms of potentially serious conditions such as heart disease, cancer, and COVID-19, according to the CDC.
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Confronting Our Silent Killers
By Gwen McKinney Originally appeared in Word in Black Meet our silent killers. They lurk. They creep. Like assailants in the dark, they can quickly swoop down and consume us in […]
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FDA Proposes New Ban on Chemicals in Relaxers
By Alexa Spencer Originally appeared in Word in Black The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed a ban on hair-straightening and smoothing products that contain cancer-causing chemicals. Black women, who […]
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Racial Disparities in Lung Cancer Begin With The Research
By Melba Newsome Improving lung cancer outcomes in Black communities will take more than lowering the screening age, experts say. Disparities are present in everything from the studies that inform […]
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Cancer & Lung Cancer Statistics In the US & Texas
By Scott Blair The state of Texas has 48.6% new lung cancer cases per 100,000 citizens each year. We are 10th among all states, which over the past five years, […]
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Conversations About Cancer Screening Should Be Priority This Holiday Season – It Can Save Your Life
By David Ford, Two-time cancer survivor, Senior Government Relations Manager at Southern California Edison, and member of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Board of Directors The holidays are […]
