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01/17/2023

Homicide a Leading Cause of Death for Kids, Teens Rose 47.7%

Child homicide rates surged 47.7%; Black male teens most affected. Address systemic inequities to protect vulnerable populations. Explore full analysis for prevention strategies.

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BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/15/2023

U.S. Men’s Race, Residence Could Raise Odds for Fatal Prostate Cancer, with 111% Higher in Black Men

Black men face 111% higher prostate cancer mortality. Addressing screening, clinical trial inclusion, and healthcare access is crucial. Learn more in European Urology.

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BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/13/2023

Obamacare More Likely Helped Extend Lives of Young Cancer Patients, 18-39yrs

ACA's Medicaid expansion improved survival rates in young adult cancer patients, especially Black and Hispanic, by increasing insurance access. Read more.

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BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/13/2023

Minority Children Less Likely to Have Surgery Than White Children, in 1999-2018

Minority children face significant surgical access disparities, risking delayed care. Clinicians must address and monitor these inequities.

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BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/12/2023

In U.S., Minority Communities More Likely to Have Water Contaminated by Toxic Metals

Minority communities face higher water contamination by arsenic/uranium. Addressing these disparities is crucial for health equity. Explore regulatory implications.

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BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/12/2023

In Some U.S. Urban Areas, Men Age 18-29 Face Higher Gun Death Rate Than in Wartime

Young Black and Hispanic men in urban areas face higher gun death rates than wartime soldiers. Prioritize trauma-informed violence reduction.

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BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/09/2023

Colorectal Cancer: Blacks More Likely to Undergo Emergency Surgery, in 23%

Black patients face 5.8% higher emergency surgery risk, worsening colorectal outcomes. Improve pre-surgery care. Explore full study implications.

Cardiology

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/06/2023

Black Patients Less Likely to Undergo Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery from 2014-2019

Black patients less likely to undergo MIMVS, face higher complications. Address access inequities to improve outcomes. Read more.

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BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/05/2023

AAP Guidelines Help Detect Invasive 58 Bacterial Infections in Febrile Infants

AAP guidelines detect invasive bacterial infections in febrile infants with high sensitivity, low specificity. Impacts intervention strategies.

Diabetes & Endocrinology

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/05/2023

Many Thyroid Cancer Survivors Cite Inadequate Pretreatment Understanding, 81% of Responders

Thyroid cancer survivors often lack pretreatment understanding, impacting treatment expectations and postoperative quality of life. Explore strategies for improved patient education.

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BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/03/2023

MRI-Targeted Biopsy, Beneficial to Men With Elevated PSA, in Men aged 50-60years

MRI-targeted biopsy reduces overdiagnosis in men aged 50-60 with elevated PSA, enhancing prostate cancer screening. Explore implications.

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BlackDoctor Pro Editors

01/02/2023

Adding Yoga to Aerobic Exercise Just 15 Minutes Per Day Eases Stress Reduction & Lowers Blood Pressure

Incorporating yoga with aerobic exercise significantly reduces blood pressure in hypertension patients, offering an effective nonpharmacologic therapy. Consider integrating yoga into patient routines.

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