Honoring African American Trailblazers in Medicine, Science, and Education

Honoring African American Trailblazers in Medicine, Science, and Education

Black History Month honors the transformative contributions African Americans have made to the United States. From groundbreaking advances in medicine and science to lasting impacts on education, the following men and women have helped shape American history. Dr. LaSalle D. Leffall Jr. (Late 20th century) LaSalle D. Leffall Jr. was a surgical oncologist who spent […]

What are Uterine Fibroids?

What are Uterine Fibroids?

Many women suffer from uterine fibroids. In fact, they are the most common noncancerous tumors in women of reproductive age. But what are they? Uterine Fibroids are growths, made of muscle and connective tissue, that typically form in or around the walls of the uterus. While their exact cause remains unknown, fibroids are influenced by […]