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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ABC Wraps Month-long Campaign Screening Thousands for Heart Risks Nationwide
The Association of Black Cardiologists is urging renewed attention to the disparities in cardiovascular health that continue to affect Black Americans, despite overall cardiovascular deaths declining nationwide, and has launched the Cardiovascular Desert Initiative to provide education and access to care in areas with limited or no cardiologists.
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Racial Microaggressions Linked to High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
A new study has found that racial microaggressions experienced by pregnant women of color in healthcare settings can trigger a rise in their blood pressure, increasing the risk of health conditions linked to maternal mortality.
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A Prescription for Healing America’s Pre-Existing Condition
Being Black in America is hazardous to your health, and structural racism systematically exposes Black people to health-harming conditions, which can be addressed through racial healing and policy changes.
