by Dr. Bell | For Men, For Women
The D (Death) Word Several weeks ago, a friend asked me to talk with a friend of hers about dying. I have received some strange requests, but none comparable to this request. The person was not my patient and even though I am skilled at dealing with this type...
by Dr. Bell | For Men, For Women
Wives Notice When Men Don’t It is often a challenge when the physician receives two versions of the medical history of a patient’s illness. The male version, in my experience, is often not as accurate as the version of the significant other. Recently, one of my...
by Dr. Bell | For Men, For Women
A Funeral Reflection Several weeks ago, I attended the home going service for an older friend. During a light hearted moment of the eulogy, the pastor stated “when you get to heaven, you will need a Dr. Thaddeus John Bell closing the Gap in health disparities for...
by Dr. Bell | Diabetes, For Men, For Women
Let’s Get Serious About Obesity, Part 6 We know that obesity is a serious medical disease among African American women. It is recognized as an epidemic throughout the United States and can be prevented if the causes are recognized early and measures taken to prevent...
by Dr. Bell | Diabetes, For Men, For Women
Let’s Get Serious About Obesity, Part 5 Obesity is a major health issue, especially in our community and it appears to be getting worse. Physicians are having difficulty dealing with obesity among black women because it is a sensitive subject. As a result, many of...
