Diseases of the Body
The Importance of Health Screenings in Black Communities
Preventive health care is one of the most powerful tools for protecting well-being, yet many people delay or skip important screenings. In Black co...
- Jessica Wilson
Glaucoma in Black Communities: Understanding the Disproportionate Impact
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide, but its burden is not shared equally. In the United States, Black communities face a ...
- Jessica Wilson
Ovarian Cancer in Black Women: Understanding Risks, Disparities, and the Path Forward
Introduction
Ovarian cancer is often called the “silent killer” because its symptoms are subtle, vague, and easily mistaken for other c...
- Jessica Wilson
Blood Cancer Awareness in Minority Communities: Bridging Gaps in Diagnosis and Care
Introduction
Blood cancers—including leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma—are serious illnesses that affect the blood, bone marrow, and lymphat...
- Jessica Wilson
Alzheimer’s Disease in the Black Community: Understanding Risks, Barriers, and Paths to Better Care
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, affecting millions of people worldwide. In the United States, the burden of Alzheime...
- Jessica Wilson
Sickle Cell Disease: The Impact on the Black Community
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is often thought of as a childhood condition, but many in the Black community—particularly older adults—continue to live ...
- Jessica Wilson
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