Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Black Americans, yet generational patterns prevent many from getting an early ...

Recent findings from the Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN) study and how Black men can take next steps for their ...

Many Black Americans are living with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) without even knowing it—often dismissed by doctors.

Infertility in the United States disproportionately impacts older Black women who have less access to sexual and reproductive health care services, health experts say. Worldwide, approximately one in ...

When it comes to Black women’s health, access to timely information can be the difference between early diagnosis and life-threatening outcomes ...

Health equity is more than a goal—it’s a movement. It’s about ensuring that clinical trials and healthcare reflect diverse ...

Legendary singer and Grammy Winner Roberta Flack, who sang hits like "Killing Me Softly" has passed away at age 88.

Our 2025 Honorees Past Honorees “Wow! For BDO to pull this together to have leaders in the community, academia, and industry–it’s really powerful!” “I am in awe of the work that BDO is doing, and is ...

Generally, most children with eczema are diagnosed before the age of five. However, depending on the symptoms, some children are diagnosed within a few weeks of birth. Since eczema can range from ...

Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a genetic blood disorder that primarily affects Black American communities in the United States, though it can occur in any racial or ethnic group. Individuals with SCD ...

Healthy hair is the opposite of dry and frizzy, which is why you shouldn’t step out of the shower on wash day before applying a leave-in conditioner. Applying a leave-in to your hair while it’s wet ...

Health advocacy plays a vital role in patient care, especially for Black women, who often face disparities in medical treatment. Brittney Saunders Graves, a stroke survivor turned cardiovascular ...