Sam P. K. Collins
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The Number Of Black Men Enrolling In U.S. Medical Schools Is Dwindling
The number of black men applying to U.S. medical schools is actually lower than what admissions offices recorded in 1978. → Read More
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Plagued By Controversy
Despite advancements in research, still much to discuss. → Read More
Recovery Worker Is First To Be Diagnosed With Cancer From Fukushima Meltdowns
"First signs of big trouble ahead for TEPCO as radiation exposure looks to be taking its toll on workers’ health." → Read More
Researchers Just Started The First Human Trials For A Potential HIV Vaccine
The human trial follows extensive studies conducted on monkeys. → Read More
Researchers Just Started The First Human Trials For A Potential HIV Vaccine
The human trial follows extensive studies conducted on monkeys. → Read More
Washington’s Largest Psychiatric Hospital Struggles With Staff Shortages, Funding Cuts
“The medical staff had recommended a freezing of admissions until they get it under control, but we were told we should think about finding another job." → Read More
As Antibiotics Become Less Effective, Thousands Of People Could Die
"All of the things we consider modern medicine depend on antibiotics. Without them, these infections could lead to death.” → Read More
Why Ellen’s Nicki Minaj Parody Is So Damaging To Black Women
Does Sarah Baartman come to mind by any chance? → Read More
One Way To Solve The National Shortage Of Mental Health Providers
A new study suggests that the medical field would benefit from more collaboration. → Read More
Sweeping New Legislation In California Limits Psychotropics Among Foster Children
"These bills give us the tools to make sure that kids don't just get pills but that they get high quality mental health treatment." → Read More
D.C. Domestic Violence Shelter Is Losing Out On Beds
"The crisis shelter is supposed to house someone within an hour of an emergency. That’s quite innovative." → Read More
After Massive Flooding, South Carolina Residents Now Have To Worry About Their Health
“Drinking infected water can cause illness similar to food poisoning, with symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, cramps and mild fever." → Read More
People Of Color Have To Travel Farther And Wait Longer For Health Care
"I don't think these results are necessarily surprising." → Read More
A Medical Breakthrough Made Possible By Ancient Chinese Remedies Just Won A Nobel Prize
"Tu revisited the ancient literature and discovered clues that guided her in her quest." → Read More
Kids Are Getting Killed Over Sneakers That Cost $5 To Make, Stephon Marbury Reveals
Former NBA star Stephon Marbury's shoes go for $15 a pair. → Read More
Top Scientists Say That Political Pressure Is Undermining Their Research
Too often, the government places the priority on relationships with lawmakers rather than on how to further the best science. → Read More
How A Blogger Destigmatized Antidepressants In One Facebook Post
Health How A Blogger Destigmatized Antidepressants In One Facebook Post CREDIT: Courtesy of Erin Jones/Mutha' Luvin Autism After a brief hiatus from her anti-anxiety and antidepressant medication, blogger Erin Jones, on the brink of a mental breakdown, restarted her regimen last month. This time, she posted a selfie in which she’s holding up her prescriptions to Facebook. Jones’ act of courage… → Read More
Parents Sue Fruit Snack Company For Advertising Its Candy As A Healthy Choice
“If they called it junky happy joy chewy, that would be fine." → Read More
Why Eating A ‘Western’ Diet Could Make Kids Do Worse In School
"Public health policies and health promotion programs should rigorously target the issue of food intake during this stage of individual development." → Read More
Why 80 Percent Of Veterans Are Obese
"Homelessness, job challenges, PTSD, issues related to their war experiences. That adds up to using what could be considered to be a socially available and acceptable outlet." → Read More