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The myth that people with dark skin are immune to melanoma, a type of skin cancer, has persisted for many years. It’s a dangerous misconception that has caused some people not to be diligent about […]

More than six million people in America have Alzheimer’s disease, including nearly 600,000 people living in Florida. Racial and ethnic minorities are at an even greater risk of Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases. To educate […]

Your genes play a role in nearly all areas of your health. A gene is like an instruction manual for your body that tells your body how to function, develop and stay healthy. People have […]

Dr. Lionel Kankeu Fonkoua, is an oncologist with the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center who specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers. He’s also a Robert Winn Career Development Award recipient dedicated to helping minority and at-risk patients through research […]

Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in women in the U.S. And African American women have an even higher risk of dying from heart disease and at a younger age, than white […]

By: Caitlin Doran/Mayo Clinic – Clinicians and researchers around the world are combining artificial intelligence, known as AI, with health care to help identify patients at greater risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as stroke and […]

Black History Month is commemorated every February. It’s a month for all people to celebrate and learn about diverse and important contributions of African Americans to American society and culture, as well as to reflect […]

What happens if your thyroid is too active or not active enough? January is Thyroid Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn more how important it is that your thyroid functions properly. The thyroid […]

HPV plays a role in causing most cervical cancer. Cervical cancer occurs in the cells of the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. “While it isn’t clear what sparks the cervical cells […]

By Mayo Clinic – A diagnosis of pancreatic cancer is almost synonymous with hopelessness. As the least survivable type of cancer, the perception is understandable. “As soon as patients were diagnosed, they were often told […]