Now a maternal health researcher at Duke University and an assistant professor at North Carolina Central University, Watkins actively participated in obstetrical visits, asking questions, sharing her family’s medical history, and participating in online communities for expecting parents.
Unmet social needs are a significant driver of health disparities. Recognizing this, the Health Foundation of South Florida has adopted a collaborative approach to bridge health systems and...
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In collaboration with Walmart and the PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship, Howard University convened a Maternal Health Panel at its College of Medicine. This event aligned with the...
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Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is an aggressive and rare form of breast cancer that spreads more rapidly than other types, disproportionately affecting Black and Hispanic individuals. Black patients,...
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Lung cancer continues to be the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in New Jersey, disproportionately affecting Black residents, according to a report released Tuesday by the American Lung...
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The Los Angeles County Commission on HIV’s (LACHIV) Black Caucus, in partnership with local leaders and organizations, is organizing a special World AIDS Day event on December 6...
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