Health Resource Library

“He who has health has hope, and he who has hope has everything.”

Knowing how to take charge of your healthcare journey is critical to getting the best health care possible.
Below you will find information on the most common health concerns that affect Black Americans, along with links and resources for further discovery

BREAST CANCER

Early detection and knowing your risk can save your life.

CANCER

1 in 3 are diagnosed in the United States. Know your risks.

CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE

Healthy habits can prevent chronic liver disease.

COLON CANCER

Lifestyle changes can lower your risk of getting colon or colorectal cancer.

COVID-19

Understand the risk after the pandmic.

DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER'S

Although genetics play a factor, there are still many things you can do to lower your risk.

DIABETES

Blacks are 60% more likely to get diabetes than Whites. Know your risk factors.

HEART DISEASE

Although genetics play a factor, there are still many things you can do to lower your risk.

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE

Practice prevention to get ahead of this “silent” killer.

HIV/AIDS

The best way to reduce risk is to eliminate the stigma and know your status.

KIDNEY DISEASE

Black Americans suffer from kidney disease and kidney failure almost 3 times more than Whites.

LUPUS

90% of people with lupus are women. Lupus is 2-3 times more prevalent among women of color than among Caucasian women.

Maternal & Infant Health

Maternal deaths are preventable when symptoms are noticed and addressed early on.

Mental Health

You don’t have to do life alone. There is support to help you thrive.

PROSTATE CANCER

Regular screenings can help early detection leading to higher success rates in treatment.

Sickle Cell Disease