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Researchers say that digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), a 3D imaging technique, is better at detecting breast cancer than standard 2D technology, especially in women with dense breast tissue

Anthony Anderson was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes more than 20 years ago. The actor says he remains active while managing his condition with exercise, diet, and other lifestyle factors.

Experts say they expect Amazon to continue its foray into the healthcare field, noting the company’s recent acquisition of One Medical

Soul Shop for Black Churches is a new effort by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention that’s working to change how people think about mental health and improve access to services in communities of color.

Federal regulators have approved the use of the drug Enhertu to treat a newly designated subtype of HER2 breast cancer.

Researchers say ultra-processed foods such as breakfast cereals, pizza, and pre-prepared dishes can impair cognitive functions

Experts say the increase in life expectancy between white and Black Americans is being driven by jobs, preexisting conditions and healthcare access

Consumers will be able to get in touch with a healthcare professional for nonemergency medical services through Teladoc and Amazon’s Alexa.

There’s more outreach to help people sign up during the Obamacare enrollment period that began November 1. Enrollment is open until January 15.

Experts say constantly reading news about COVID-19 can affect your mental health as well as your physical health.

Smaller gatherings during the Labor Day weekend don’t appear to have had a major impact on COVID-19 cases. Vaccination rates are a bigger factor.

Experts say low vaccination rates in places like Arkansas and Los Angeles County are fueling the latest surge in COVID-19.

Experts say socioeconomic factors as well as hospital services are factors in the impact COVID-19 has had on Black communities

The Biden administration has upped its initial COVID-19 vaccine goal to 200 million doses administered in the first 100 days of his term. The White House also outlined a four-part plan to increase the availability and access to vaccination sites. Currently, 46 states are track to open vaccine eligibility to everyone over 16 by May 1.

Public health experts are watching several COVID-19 hot spots around the country, including areas of Florida and Michigan. Currently, 27 states are showing increases in COVID-19 cases of 5 percent or more. Many are concerned that the highly contagious B.1.1.7 variant could drive a fourth uptick in cases.

Experts say Black patients receive different treatments for pain management partly because of some medical professionals’ mistaken beliefs.

Under the president’s plan, the Affordable Care Act health insurance marketplaces will be open from Feb. 15 to May 15.

Experts are concerned about a continued rise in COVID-19 cases as fall and winter weather arrives.

Experts say the governor’s executive order reopening businesses a few weeks ago is already driving an increase in cases in Florida. They fear the surge will only get worse over the next 8 to 10 weeks.

Experts say the White House relied too much on testing, and that’s one of the reasons President Trump and others have tested positive for COVID-19.