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Sadly, the face of someone having a stroke is more likely to be that of an African American.   The good news is that more and more people in this community are beginning to realize it.  That’s because , an ever increasing  number of Blacks are being treated for High Blood Pressure.  The fact is African […]

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Ever since I turned age 40, whenever I went to my gynecologist for my annual check-up, she would always write out an order so I could schedule a mammogram as soon as possible. I confess. Sometimes I would never schedule it because it was always such an uncomfortable, downright painful experience. Remembering all that squeezing […]

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Ladies, there’s nothing men hate more than having the doctor examining his prostate. And that’s putting it mildly. The man in your life would rather sit through a chick flick followed by an afternoon of scrapbooking. You get the point? Here’s the thing. You will probably need to schedule this particular doctor’s appointment for the […]

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Early detection of breast cancer is key. If you’re 40 or older, call 404-501-2660 to make a mammogram appointment today. #HillTip http://www.dekalbmedical.org/hillandale/our-services/breast-center/ DeKalb Medical at Hillandale’s newly renovated Comprehensive Breast Center offers state-of-the-art digital mammography in a comfortable, spa-like environment. If you’re 40 or older, call 404-501-2660 to make a mammogram appointment today. DeKalb Medical […]

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In this exclusive video, Dr. April Speed offers helpful tips on mammograms and breast care. Dr. Speed discusses when is the right time to have a breast exam and more. Watch the video below with Dr. April Speed and Carol Blackmon. ** For more information, please visit  DeKalb Medical at Hillandale at www.dekalbmedicalhillandale.org or call 404-501-WELL.