Topic
Africa
3 guides on this topic
Chronic Conditions
Sickle Cell Disease - What It Is, How It Is Managed, and Why It Matters to African Families
Sickle cell disease is the most common serious genetic condition in the UK, affecting predominantly people of African and Caribbean heritage. Here is the complete guide.
Chronic Conditions
Type 2 Diabetes in African Communities - The Facts, the Risks, and What You Can Actually Control
People of African origin are 2-4 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than white Europeans. But the condition is far more manageable than most people think. Here is the honest guide.
Chronic Conditions
High Blood Pressure in African and Black Patients - Why It's Different and What to Do About It
Black and African patients develop hypertension earlier, more severely, and with different responses to medication than other groups. Here is what the evidence says - and what your doctor may not have had time to explain.