This page contains links to health information specific to African-Americans. Includes sites with health information,
articles on health issues, and organizations.
Sites with a 
are especially informative and useful.
Sites with Health Information
African American Health Site hosted by Dr. Marcellus Walker that includes
articles from his book, Natural Health for African Americans.
Black Health Network Articles on African American health issues, as well as
a physician finder.
Black Womens Health Covers several areas of women's health, including
general health topics, nutrition and fitness, and mental and spiritual help.
Breast Cancer Black Woman Updates on treatment and diagnosis of breast cancer, with emphasis of the age incidence difference between black and white
women. Stresses the importance of mammography.
Health Concerns of Black Women Personal webpage that discusses
diseases that affect African American women, and includes links to articles discussing them.
Multicultural Health Clearinghouse Contains
articles on health issues of special interest to African Americans, such as Lupus, Diabetes, and Sickle Cell disease.
Articles on Health Issues
Eating Disorders Aren't Just a Problem
for Whites, Say Researchers Salt Lake Tribune article examines the occurrence of eating disorders in women of color and methods for treatment and prevention.
Health Care: Illnesses take toll on black women Article from Detroit News
explores the growing disparity between black and white women's mortality rates using data and statistics.
Organizational Sites
African American Women's Speakers Bureau Organization aims to promote public awareness of breast
and cervical cancer through speaking engagements and lectures.
The AMMASSI Center Health, Wellness, and Cultural Affirmation. Formed in 1993 to provide culturally and socially relevant health promotion, cultural
affirmation, harm-reduction, informational and empowerment programs within the African-American and surrounding communities in Los Angeles county.
National Black Women's Health Project Discusses programs and issues vital to
the health of African American women. Has several articles specific to African-American health.
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African American Health Site hosted by Dr. Marcellus Walker that includes
articles from his book, Natural Health for African Americans.
Black Health Network Articles on African American health issues, as well as
a physician finder.
Black Womens Health Covers several areas of women's health, including
general health topics, nutrition and fitness, and mental and spiritual help.
Breast Cancer Black Woman Updates on treatment and diagnosis of breast cancer, with emphasis of the age incidence difference between black and white
women. Stresses the importance of mammography.
Health Concerns of Black Women Personal webpage that discusses
diseases that affect African American women, and includes links to articles discussing them.
Multicultural Health Clearinghouse Contains
articles on health issues of special interest to African Americans, such as Lupus, Diabetes, and Sickle Cell disease.
Articles on Health Issues
Eating Disorders Aren't Just a Problem
for Whites, Say Researchers Salt Lake Tribune article examines the occurrence of eating disorders in women of color and methods for treatment and prevention.
Health Care: Illnesses take toll on black women Article from Detroit News
explores the growing disparity between black and white women's mortality rates using data and statistics.
Organizational Sites
African American Women's Speakers Bureau Organization aims to promote public awareness of breast
and cervical cancer through speaking engagements and lectures.
The AMMASSI Center Health, Wellness, and Cultural Affirmation. Formed in 1993 to provide culturally and socially relevant health promotion, cultural
affirmation, harm-reduction, informational and empowerment programs within the African-American and surrounding communities in Los Angeles county.
National Black Women's Health Project Discusses programs and issues vital to
the health of African American women. Has several articles specific to African-American health.
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Black Health Network Articles on African American health issues, as well as
a physician finder.Black Womens Health Covers several areas of women's health, including
general health topics, nutrition and fitness, and mental and spiritual help.Breast Cancer Black Woman Updates on treatment and diagnosis of breast cancer, with emphasis of the age incidence difference between black and white women. Stresses the importance of mammography.
Health Concerns of Black Women Personal webpage that discusses diseases that affect African American women, and includes links to articles discussing them.
Multicultural Health Clearinghouse Contains articles on health issues of special interest to African Americans, such as Lupus, Diabetes, and Sickle Cell disease.
Eating Disorders Aren't Just a Problem
for Whites, Say Researchers Salt Lake Tribune article examines the occurrence of eating disorders in women of color and methods for treatment and prevention.
Health Care: Illnesses take toll on black women Article from Detroit News
explores the growing disparity between black and white women's mortality rates using data and statistics.
Organizational Sites
African American Women's Speakers Bureau Organization aims to promote public awareness of breast
and cervical cancer through speaking engagements and lectures.
The AMMASSI Center Health, Wellness, and Cultural Affirmation. Formed in 1993 to provide culturally and socially relevant health promotion, cultural
affirmation, harm-reduction, informational and empowerment programs within the African-American and surrounding communities in Los Angeles county.
National Black Women's Health Project Discusses programs and issues vital to
the health of African American women. Has several articles specific to African-American health.
Home Health Culture Disclaimer About Feedback E-mail
Health Care: Illnesses take toll on black women Article from Detroit News explores the growing disparity between black and white women's mortality rates using data and statistics.
African American Women's Speakers Bureau Organization aims to promote public awareness of breast
and cervical cancer through speaking engagements and lectures.
The AMMASSI Center Health, Wellness, and Cultural Affirmation. Formed in 1993 to provide culturally and socially relevant health promotion, cultural
affirmation, harm-reduction, informational and empowerment programs within the African-American and surrounding communities in Los Angeles county.
National Black Women's Health Project Discusses programs and issues vital to
the health of African American women. Has several articles specific to African-American health.
Home Health Culture Disclaimer About Feedback E-mail
The AMMASSI Center Health, Wellness, and Cultural Affirmation. Formed in 1993 to provide culturally and socially relevant health promotion, cultural affirmation, harm-reduction, informational and empowerment programs within the African-American and surrounding communities in Los Angeles county.
National Black Women's Health Project Discusses programs and issues vital to the health of African American women. Has several articles specific to African-American health.