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Oncology

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; maternal immunization schedule

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.

Ob/Gyn & Women's Health

Talcum Powder Lawsuits Settled for $700 Million

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

06/13/2024

Talcum Powder Lawsuits Settled for $700 Million

$700M J&J talc settlement highlights consumer safety, potential cancer risks. Critical for patient discussions on product safety. Explore implications.

Oncology

Here's How They May Have Treated Cancer in Ancient Egypt

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

05/29/2024

Here’s How They May Have Treated Cancer in Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egyptians may have attempted cancer surgery, revealing early efforts in treating complex conditions. Explore historical implications.

Oncology

FDA Approves This New Drug for Deadly Lung Cancer

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

05/17/2024

FDA Approves This New Drug for Deadly Lung Cancer

FDA approves tarlatamab for advanced SCLC, tripling survival. Black patients face higher diagnosis rates, treatment disparities. Explore its impact.

Cardiology

Metabolic Syndrome Independently Linked to Breast Cancer

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

05/13/2024

Metabolic Syndrome Independently Linked to Breast Cancer

Metabolic syndrome heightens breast cancer mortality risk in postmenopausal women. Read more on implications for patient management.

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