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The State of Black Health - The ABC's of Heart Disease
In partnership with the Association of Black Cardiologists, a panel of experts discuss the latest issues and treatments for Black people and heart disease. Panelists include Dr Reginald Robinson, board certified cardiologist at Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Dr. Rachel M. Bond, MD, FACC System Director of Women's Heart Health at Dignity Health,

African American Wellness Watch: Why Black Americans Die More Often from Heart Disease
Moderator George Strait describes the trends and conducts a discussion with Oakland, CA Cardiologist Dr. Alden J. McDonald, III M.D. and Piedmont, CA Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Coyness L. Ennix. Dr. Michael LeNoir founder of African American Wellness Project is the host.

8 Warning Signs That May Occur The Day Before Cardiac Arrest

.pdf 698kb Man in consult with doctor While it often seems to strike without warning, research suggests that there may be subtle signs that could serve as potential warnings the day before an event.

Paying attention to these signs and taking appropriate action could potentially save lives.

Combating Heart Disease in the Black Community

.pdf 497kb Man in consult with doctorWhile heart disease is the leading cause of death for all men and women in the U.S., the risk of heart disease and stroke is even higher for Black Americans.

One recent study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, found that Black Americans were at higher risk for high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity: all of which are risk factors for heart and blood vessel disease.

What Every Black Woman Should Know About Heart Disease

.pdf 439kb Woman with arms crossedAlmost 400,000 women die of heart disease in the United States each year, and a large percentage of them are black females.

In fact, diseases of the heart and circulation, which include heart attacks, stroke, heart failure, kidney disease, hypertension, and diabetes, are responsible for killing more black women than anything else in our society.

6 Heart Disease Symptoms Black Women Should Look For

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Woman with arms crossedAlmost 400,000 women die of heart disease in the United States each year, and a large percentage of them are black females.

In fact, diseases of the heart and circulation, which include heart attacks, stroke, heart failure, kidney disease, hypertension, and diabetes, are responsible for killing more black women than anything else in our society.

6 Things Black People With Heart Disease Should Avoid

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Doctor showing illustration to patientBlack Americans are 30 percent more likely to die from heart disease, however, new insights may provide some details into how you can protect yourself.

New guidelines detailing how to care for people with heart disease come with some easy-to-grasp warnings for patients.

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