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  • Public Health
Marketing to Blacks Blamed for Secondhand Tobacco Smoke Exposure
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 11/26/2024

Marketing to Blacks Blamed for Secondhand Tobacco Smoke Exposure

Disparities in tobacco exposure remain high among Black populations. Read full analysis on equitable strategies to reduce commercial tobacco use.
  • Neurology
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  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 11/04/2024

Sleep Apnea Could Raise Dementia Risk for Black Women

Sleep apnea raises dementia risk in Black women. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial. Explore sleep apnea options for your patients.
  • 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.
  • COVID-19
RSV Can Be As Severe as Unvaccinated COVID in Some Patients
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 04/08/2024

RSV Can Be As Severe as Unvaccinated COVID in Some Patients

RSV severity parallels unvaccinated COVID-19; new vaccines may reduce risk. Explore implications for patient care and vaccination strategies.
  • Cardiology
Daily Marijuana Use Greatly Raises Odds for Heart Attack and Stroke
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/29/2024

Daily Marijuana Use Greatly Raises Odds for Heart Attack and Stroke

Daily marijuana use increases heart attack and stroke risk, especially in Black and Native American populations. Assess cannabis use in practice.
  • General
Black Voters Overwhelmingly Support Menthol Cigarette Ban
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/23/2024

Black Voters Overwhelmingly Support Menthol Cigarette Ban

Black voters support FDA's menthol cigarette ban, challenging claims of opposition; crucial for advancing health equity. Explore full analysis.
  • Critical Care
More Smoking-Involved Overdoses Seen From 2020 to 2022
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/16/2024

More Smoking-Involved Overdose Deaths Seen From 2020 to 2022

Smoking-related overdose deaths rose 73.7% from 2020-2022. Black men disproportionately affected. Why the shift? Read more.
  • Cardiology
Sleep Apnea Linked to Heart Failure in Cancer Patients
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/12/2024

Sleep Apnea Linked to Heart Failure in Cancer Patients

Sleep apnea elevates heart failure risk in cancer patients. Black patients face higher prevalence. Integrate apnea assessment in cancer care. Read more.
  • Oncology
pulmonary fibrosis
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 03/17/2023

Black Patients Fare Worse With Deadly Lung Disease Pulmonary Fibrosis, diagnosed at 57.9 years of age

Black patients with pulmonary fibrosis are diagnosed younger, face worse outcomes. Early screening and addressing disparities can improve care. Read more.
  • General
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  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/27/2023

Asian, Black, Hispanic Patients More Likely Pulse Oximetry (SPO2) Readings

Racial disparities in SpO2 readings affect oxygen delivery for Asian, Black, Hispanic ICU patients. Addressing pulse oximeter accuracy is crucial. Read more.
  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Maya Moore
  • 11/23/2022

Pulmonary Embolism Risk Elevated for More Than Six Weeks Postop

Postoperative pulmonary embolism risk persists up to 12 weeks. Consider extending anticoagulation duration to mitigate risks. Explore trial data.
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