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Cancer: African American Death Rates Rise


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It is important that we take responsibility for our health and have a positive interaction with health care providers by doing research and asking questions. Taking ownership and increasing patient knowledge will assist in questioning, increase understanding, and possibly minimize fear of the unknown.

Here are some patient resource links regarding cancer:

Cancer risk is very individualized. Our overall genetic code and risk factors are different than our friends and family. Remember some risk factors are beyond control (for example, ethnicity, age, gender, family history). While some risk factors are within our ability to control (for example eating high fat, high cholesterol, no fruits or vegetables in your diet, or not exercising, and stress).

Spiritual, mental and physical wellnesses are necessary as we dance across the stage of life. Loving, honoring, and understanding your wholeness and all of God's gifts to you, will enable you to make healthy choices.

Best of Health and Blessings,
Donna

Donna is an inspirational and business development speaker. Areas include psycho-social issues, sales, marketing and customer service. She is currently a primary care pharmaceutical sales representative. Contact Donna at Donna4RealityChk@aol.com

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