Discover the efforts being made to address health disparities in African American communities, led by inspiring women in medicine and organizations.

As part of Women’s History Month, a forum in Charlotte Tuesday aimed to bring awareness to the alarming stats tied to Black maternal health.

African-American and Hispanic men in the United States are less likely to receive therapy for prostate cancer compared to Caucasian men — even when they have more aggressive disease, according to new ...

Researchers compared ACS to USPSTF lung cancer screening criteria, assessing how ACS criteria affected overall eligibility as eligibility in racial/ethnic/gender subgroups.

Black Americans have a higher risk of getting diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D) than White Americans. The disease is also more likely to be fatal in Black people than ...

The harsh reality facing African American families extends far beyond hospital bills and medical appointments. A growing body of research reveals that health disparities don’t just affect physical ...

HEALTH HISTORY: The Asheville Colored Hospital opened on Oct. 21, 1943. Amenities included delivery and emergency rooms, operating and sterilizing rooms, and six bathrooms. Photo courtesy of the North ...

Heart disease continues to disproportionately affect Black Americans, driven by a complex mix of genetics, chronic conditions and social determinants of health.

Prayers are rising this week from altars across the country, not only for spiritual renewal, but for physical healing, public understanding, and compassion toward those living with HIV and AIDS.

Wealthier New Yorkers are more likely to report better health and less psychological distress, while Black and Latino ...

An event aimed at addressing health disparities in the Tallahassee community is taking place this weekend.