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Oncology

Ob/Gyn & Women's Health

Black Women Receive Slower Responses to Bad Mammograms

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

02/20/2025

Black Women Receive Slower Responses to Bad Mammograms

Black women face significant delays in follow-up after abnormal mammograms, impacting breast cancer outcomes. Explore interventions to address disparities.

Clinical Trials

How HCPs Can Advance Patient-Centered Care and Clinical Trial Diversity

Taylyn Washington-Harmon

02/04/2025

How HCPs Can Advance Patient-Centered Care and Clinical Trial Diversity

Advance patient-centered care and clinical trial diversity by supporting comprehensive, culturally-sensitive approaches for Black cancer patients. Read full analysis for strategies.

Oncology

Good News Regarding 2023's Platinum Cancer Drug Shortage

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

12/26/2024

Good News Regarding 2023’s Platinum Cancer Drug Shortage

Despite 2023 platinum drug shortages, cancer mortality remained unchanged. Oncologists adapted with alternative therapies. Explore potential impacts on prescribing protocols.

Men’s Health

Are Older Men Being Overtreated for Prostate Cancer?

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

11/20/2024

Are Older Men Being Overtreated for Prostate Cancer?

Prostate cancer overtreatment in men with limited life expectancy persists, risking harm. Consider longevity in treatment discussions. Read full analysis.

Gastroenterology

Rural Living Tied to Lower Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer Survival

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

09/03/2024

Rural Living Tied to Lower Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer Survival

Rural EO-CRC patients face lower survival due to late diagnosis, underinsurance, and poor care. Address disparities for equity.

Oncology

Salivary CD44, Total Protein ID Recurrence Risk in Head and Neck Cancer, autoimmune disease

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

08/22/2024

Salivary CD44, Total Protein ID Recurrence Risk in Head and Neck Cancer

Salivary CD44, TP levels predict head and neck cancer recurrence risk. Elevate diagnostic protocols for tailored patient care. Explore full study for implementation insights.

Oncology

Younger Black People Are Getting Cancer at Higher Rates

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

08/02/2024

Younger Black People Are Getting Cancer at Higher Rates

Rising cancer rates in younger Black populations highlight urgent need for equitable healthcare access and targeted prevention strategies. Read more on addressing disparities.

Gastroenterology

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

07/24/2024

This Could Be the Key to Closing U.S. ‘Race Gap’ in Colon Cancer Deaths

Better colonoscopy quality and follow-up could reduce Black Americans' colon cancer death disparity by 59%. Read full analysis.

Ob/Gyn & Women's Health

This Debated Sickle Cell Drug Is Found to Not Harm Fertility

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

07/22/2024

This Debated Sickle Cell Drug Is Found to Not Harm Fertility

Hydroxyurea doesn't harm fertility in sickle cell patients. Critical for Black women. Consider cryopreservation before stem cell therapy.

Ob/Gyn & Women's Health

Pregnancy Considered Safe After Stem Cell Treatment for Blood Cancer and Sickle Cell

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

07/16/2024

Pregnancy Considered Safe After Stem Cell Treatment for Blood Cancer and Sickle Cell

Stem cell-treated women can safely conceive post-alloHCT. Vital for fertility discussions in Black sickle cell and cancer patients. Read more.

COVID-19

This Cancer Drug Could Reduce COVID-related Organ Damage

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

07/08/2024

This Cancer Drug Could Reduce COVID-Related Organ Damage

Eganelisib may reduce COVID-induced organ damage, relevant for Black patients facing higher long COVID rates. Explore PI3K gamma inhibitors further.

Oncology

FDA Approves This Drug for NTRK-Positive Advanced Solid Tumors

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

06/21/2024

FDA Approves This Drug for NTRK-Positive Advanced Solid Tumors

FDA approves Augtyro for NTRK-positive tumors, enhancing treatment options for diverse, underserved cancer patients. Explore detailed clinical implications.

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