Over 40: The New Health Questions You Should Be Asking

You may be seeing the same gynecologist who has treated you for decades. Once you hit perimenopause, though, there’s a lot more to talk about with your gynecologist: strange bleeding, hot flashes, cancer screenings, fibroids. This checkup checklist will make sure you leave nothing out.  Read More.

5 Myths About Our Ailing Health-Care System

Washington Post By Shannon Brownlee and Ezekiel Emanuel With Congress ready to spend $700 billion to prop up the U.S. economy, enacting health-care reform may seem about as likely as the Dow hitting 10,000 again before the end of the year. But it may be more doable than you think, provided we dispel a few [...]

Inaugural blackgirlgrown cares feature: Circle of Promise

Periodically, blackgirlgrown will feature community and non-profit organizations providing resources and assistance to issues consistent with blackgirlgrown’s vision, goals, and concentration. Circle of Promise Although breast cancer continues to impact people from all backgrounds, there are significant differences within the mortality rates among racial groups. From 2000-2003 African American women had a 36 percent higher [...]

Breast Cancer Exams and Screenings

Early detection of breast cancer can save your life. Here are the tests you need and when to get them. Clinical Breast Examination: A doctor or nurse physically examines the breasts to check for lumps or irregularities. When You Should Have It: Recommendations vary, but your doctor should manually examine your breasts when you are [...]

Diabetes Management 101

Staying healthy with diabetes means taking small steps each day to keep body, mind and spirit strong. Here are the basics.  Read More.

Gynecology Facts All Black Women Should Know

In the past few years, self diagnosis has become an Internet phenomenon. A lot of what you read about gynecology is either exaggerated or “just plain wrong.” Learn the facts.  Read More.

Long-Term Care Insurance: Knowing The Right Vocabulary

Long-term care insurance covers much of the cost of nursing-home care, at-home care, assisted living, and adult daycare. But policies are not standardized, and coverage can vary greatly depending on what you choose in a policy.  Read More.

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