The Different Types of Uterine Fibroids & Their Side Effects
If you’re interested in learning more about uterine fibroids or suspect you might have some type, this article will come in handy.
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Mark Your Calendar: Juneteenth Events to Enjoy this Year
Houston has a variety of Juneteenth events planned for 2024, celebrating African American culture, history, and freedom.
Ways to Help Your Children Eat Healthy During Summer Break
Ensuring your children eat healthy during the summer break can be both fun and effective with the right strategies.
1 in 7 Mothers Experience Inadequate Pain Relief During C-Section: New Recommendations from Anesthesiologists Help Address the Problem
Nearly a third of all births in the U.S. – more than 1.3 million – are delivered by cesarean section (C-section) each year.
Pancreatic Cancer: How it Affects the Body, Statistics and More
In wake of Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee’s pancreatic cancer diagnosis, many may be wondering how it affects the body. Here is what we’ve discovered.
Understanding Vein Disease in Men: An Overlooked Health Issue
In this article, we’ll explore vein disease from a men’s health perspective, discussing its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Reveals Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee took to social media Sunday to reveal that she is battling pancreatic cancer.
Ways Men Can Improve Their Health this National Men’s Health Month
National Men’s Health Month aims to raise awareness about the health issues men face and to encourage early detection and treatment of disease among males of all ages. Here are some key strategies for men to improve their health.
Embracing Heritage and Health: Sickle Cell Therapeutics Summit & Health Fair Set for June 15
The As One Foundation, in partnership with the Sickle Cell Community Consortium and the Black Heritage Society, is proud to announce the Sickle Cell Therapeutics Summit & Health Fair in observance of World Sickle Cell Day and Juneteenth.
Bringing Luxury Outdoors: Tips for a High-End Resort Feel at Home
Whether you’re renovating your current property, planning a complete transformation, or starting fresh with a custom build, use these tips and design elements to get started.
Celebrate Women’s Health Month This May by Prioritizing These Things
By integrating these practices into daily life, women can take charge of their health, reduce the risk of disease, and enhance their overall quality of life.
Breaking the Silence: Breast Cancer Disparities Among Black Women
Breast cancer disparities among Black women are pressing issues that demand attention and action.
5 Things to Know About Asthma and Summer Heat
Here’s what the American Lung Association wants everyone to know during summer, when extreme heat can make asthma harder to manage.
Summer Program Cultivates Future Cardiovascular Researchers
Bradley McConnell, professor of pharmacology at the UH College of Pharmacy, and Tho Tran, research assistant professor of chemistry at the UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, have received funding from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to create a summer research program to engage the upcoming generation of minority, underrepresented cardiovascular researchers in hands-on heart, blood and lung research.
New Research Uncovers Genetic Variant’s Alarming Impact on Heart Health and Longevity in Black Americans
On average, carriers die two to two and a half years earlier than expected. With nearly half a million Black American carriers over the age of 50, the implications are profound.
Know Your Risk for Blood Clots Before Taking Birth Control
Selecting the right birth control method is pivotal, say experts, who point to research that shows the risk for potentially life-threatening blood clots is 35 times greater among women with genetic clotting disorders who use estrogen-based contraceptives.
American Cancer Society Launches Largest-Ever Study to Probe Disparities in Cancer Outcomes for Black Women
Despite overall declines in cancer deaths, Black women continue to face disproportionately high mortality rates, a phenomenon the organization aims to address through its newly unveiled VOICES of Black Women study.
In Good Hands: The Quality of Nurse Anesthesiology Experience and Education
Certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) safely provide anesthesia every day in collaboration with surgeons, dentists, podiatrists and other qualified anesthesia professionals, using their training and experience to independently manage the anesthesia needs of the patient.
How to Celebrate the Nurses in Your Life this Nurses Week
Nurses Week is an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the vital role that nurses play in health care.
Choosing Supplements That Hit the Mark
There are over 80,000 vitamins and dietary supplements on the market, but not all are created equal.