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WEBJasmine Smith. September 11, 2024. Prurigo Nodularis (PN) is a rare and chronic skin condition characterized by painful nodules and relentless itching. For patients many…. Read More. BlackDoctor.org is the most comprehensive online health resource for African Americans. Learn about black health conditions, wellness, celebrity news & more!
Where Wellness & Culture Connect - BlackDoctor.org
WEBBDO is the world’s largest and most comprehensive online health resource specifically targeted to African Americans. BDO understands that the uniqueness of Black culture - our heritage and our traditions - plays a role in our health.
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CDC’s Latest Heads Up: Black People Can Get Lice, Too
WEB13 hours ago · Yes, Black people may get lice. Kinky hair makes parasite identification and treatment tougher. There are topical lice treatments for the scalp and hair. To carefully remove nits and lice from hair, the CDC recommends using nit combs, often included in head lice treatment kits. Fine spokes make the comb tough to use on kinky curls.
Black Americans Are More Likely to Get Long COVID. These …
WEBSep 12, 2024 · Millions of people worldwide, especially Black Americans, are experiencing long-term health effects after recovering from COVID-19, a condition known as Long COVID.While the initial stages of the pandemic saw significant progress in diagnosing and managing the virus itself, Long COVID remains a major public health challenge.
5 Causes of Chronic Disease Black Folks Should Consider
WEB1 day ago · 2. Environmental Toxins. Unfortunately, many marginalized communities are close to problem sources, like industrial areas, where toxins pollute the air and water, causing everything from cancers to respiratory conditions. This may include things like heavy metals, pesticides, and all kinds of unfriendly gasses and particulates in the air.
Health Conditions - BlackDoctor.org
WEBBDO is the world’s largest and most comprehensive online health resource specifically targeted to African Americans. BDO understands that the uniqueness of Black culture - our heritage and our traditions - plays a role in our health.
The 7 Deadliest Diseases in the Black Community
WEBNext, here are seven of the diseases affecting African Americans the most: 7. Diabetes. 60% more common in Blacks than in whites. Blacks are up to 2.5 times more likely to suffer a limb amputation and up to 5.6 times more likely to suffer kidney disease than other people with diabetes. Blacks have twice the risk of diabetes as whites.
Covid-19 & Immunocompromised Care - BlackDoctor.org
WEBIn Partnership with the Black Coalition Against COVID. As Black Adults, it can be challenging to find trusted and up-to-date information when it comes to our health which is why The Black Coalition Against COVID (BCAC) and BDO have partnered together to create the COVID-19 Resource Center in order to …
Breaking the Silence on Mental Health in the Black Community ...
WEBDr. LaKeitha Poole's journey to becoming a mental health professional is one marked by resilience, passion, and a commitment to underserved communities. As a Black woman navigating the mental health field, her experiences have shaped her career and motivated her read more. In the Black community, there is a unique set of cultural, historical ...
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