by Dr. Bell | Cancer, For Men, For Women, Health Tips
Young African Americans Pay Attention! I was recently informed of the passing away of a young fraternity brother from Colorectal Cancer. I don’t know details but I am saddened because most of the time these deaths can be prevented yet it is consistent with what...
by Dr. Bell | For Women, Heart
Heart Disease, the Number One Cause of Death for Black Women isSeveral years ago, the editor of Closing the Gap in Health Care died from a massive heart attack, while sitting on stage, awaiting an award from her high school. The pain of her sudden death continues to...
by Dr. Bell | Diabetes, For Women
Obesity, a Major Health Issue for African American Women The epidemic of obesity, a major health issue in the African American community is occurring among black women between the ages of 20 and 39. Recently, medical literature has revealed that 57% of black women in...
by Dr. Bell | Care, For Men, For Women
Holiday Illnesses During the Christmas season, overindulgence of alcoholic beverages is possible. These drinks can wreak havoc on your health and can cause a trip to the ER, result in being admitted to the hospital, and possibly death. The intake of excessive alcohol...
by Dr. Bell | Care, For Men, For Women
Changing Social Determinants Can Stop Strokes It is well documented that the social determinants of health play a major role in the health outcome of African Americans and the underserved. Recently, I witnessed this with a young, African American woman, who at age 33,...
by Dr. Bell | Care, For Men, For Women
Move Every Day It is a heartbreaking experience to see someone, you love, with dementia. I have seen, as a physician, this phenomenon occurs among many patients and recently, personal friends. I am not convinced that black people understand, in many cases, vascular...
