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Can Aspirin Help Fight Colon Cancer? New Research Suggests Timing Matters

BlackDoctor October 29, 2026 No Comments

Aspirin has drawn considerable interest for its potential to lower a person’s risk of developing colon cancer and keep it from coming back. But whether it helps may depend on…

What Is a “Closed-Loop” Insulin System—and Does It Really Work Automatically?

Evan Bollinger October 28, 2026 No Comments

The terms abound. “Closed-loop,” “hybrid closed-loop,” “automated insulin delivery,” and even “artificial pancreas.” While the language makes it sound like the system runs itself, it’s actually far more nuanced. In…

CGMs Aren’t Just for Type 1 Diabetes: What People With Type 2 Should Know

Evan Bollinger October 28, 2026 No Comments

For years, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) were seen as a tool mainly for type 1 diabetes. The times have changed. According to the latest 2026 American Diabetes Association Standards of…

Morning Meltdowns to Homework Struggles: Helping Your Child Navigate ADHD

Jasmine Smith October 28, 2026 No Comments

For Naomi Myrick, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, understanding ADHD is both professional and personal. Diagnosed later in life, she turned her own experience into a passion for helping others understand theirs.…

In Pain? Here’s How to Explain It So Your Doctor Understands

Dominique Lambright October 28, 2026 No Comments

“It hurts really bad.” That’s a completely valid way to describe pain. But when you’re sitting in a doctor’s office trying to figure out why something hurts, your healthcare provider…

How To Incorporate 6 Effective Exercises Into Your Workday

Tia Muhammad October 28, 2026 No Comments

When we’re bogged down with work and meetings, our health is the first thing to take a backseat. We constantly think about it and genuinely want to strive for a…

10 Steps for a Successful Cancer Clinical Trial

Cara Jones October 28, 2026 No Comments

Black Americans face higher cancer death rates and lower overall five-year survival rates than white Americans. For many patients, traditional treatments may not deliver ideal results. In these cases, clinical…

8 Shower Habits That May Worsen Your Psoriasis

Dominique Lambright October 28, 2026 No Comments

A shower should leave you feeling clean and refreshed. But when you have psoriasis, something as simple as bathing can sometimes leave your skin feeling dry, tight, itchy, or more…

Deli Meat Recall: Here’s What You Should Know

Karen Heslop October 28, 2026 No Comments

Deli meats can be a convenient way for people to make quick meals. However, if you don’t handle them properly, they can make you sick. Proper handling of deli meats…

Can Your Smartwatch Really Monitor Your Blood Sugar?

Evan Bollinger October 27, 2026 No Comments

If you’ve scrolled through social media, you’ve probably already seen it. From smartwatches to smart rings, many newer technologies promise to track blood sugar without fingersticks or sensors beneath the…

Insulin Pumps, Smart Pens and Automated Insulin Delivery: What’s the Difference?

Evan Bollinger October 27, 2026 No Comments

Insulin delivery mechanisms have never been more advanced. From pumps to smart pens to automated insulin delivery (AID) systems, current offerings aim to make dosing more precise and less burdensome.…

Diabetes Technology 101: The Devices That Can Help You Manage Diabetes

Evan Bollinger October 27, 2026 No Comments

Proper diabetes management takes diligence. If you ignore your numbers, mistime your meals, and don’t adjust insulin to stay ahead of the highs and lows, your disease may worsen. And…

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