Speak Life Campaign Urges Colon Cancer Awareness in Black Community
April 20, 2023
Providence St. John’s Hospital launches the Speak Life Campaign to spread awareness of colon cancer in Black community.
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His role as “Linc” on “The Mod Squad” in the 1970s, catapulted Williams into the mainstream. But some of his best work came on the big screen, particularly as Prince’s father in the 1984 hit, “Purple Rain,” and nine years later in the Wesley Snipes drama, “Sugar Hill.”
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Natalie Desselle Reid at 53 years old passes away from colon cancer on December 7, her manager Delores Robinson announced the news Monday afternoon, It was a private battle she was facing with the support of her husband Leonard Reid and three children that she leaves memories of priceless family time with.
Death of Chadwick Boseman Puts Focus on Colon Cancer and African Americans
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African Americans are disproportionately impacted with a 20 percent greater rate than whites and an even greater degree of mortality
Actor and Cultural Icon, Chadwick Boseman, Passes at 43
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The talented and beloved actor leaves iconic movies and life for everyone to admire.
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Pilot study on how garden-fresh produce can help reduce colon cancer risk in African Americans.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!
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African Americans have the highest rates of colon cancer and are diagnosed at younger ages