Healthcare
Read the latest news about Robert F. Smith’s philanthropy as well as events and news concerning his thought leadership, philanthropic partners and charitable initiatives.

How Black Salons and Barbershops Are Revolutionizing Healthcare Outreach
Black-owned beauty and barber shops use their spaces to provide healthcare outreach to the Black community through initiatives.

How Black Salons and Barbershops Are Revolutionizing Healthcare Outreach
Black-owned beauty and barber shops use their spaces to provide healthcare outreach to the Black community through initiatives.

Southern University Breaks Black Male Nursing Student Enrollment Record
In 2024, Southern University’s College of Nursing and Allied Health welcomed 33 Black male nursing students into their cohort, the largest in its history.

Melinda French Gates Donates $1 Billion to Support Women’s Rights
Melinda French Gates, business owner and philanthropist, has pledged $1 billion to organizations and individuals advocating for women’s issues and rights.

Detecting Breast Cancer With the Conformable Ultrasound Breast Patch
The invention of more groundbreaking medical technology, known as the Conformable Ultrasound Patch, is helping to detect cancers early.

Addressing Healthcare Inequities and Breast Care Treatment for Black Women
Robert F. Smith is dedicated to helping address inequities in women’s healthcare, including breast cancer treatment. Learn about the organizations he supports.

Combating Mental Health Care Disparities
Learn about the barriers facing communities of color in accessing mental health care.

Disparities Among Men With Prostate Cancer
Learn more about the disparities among men with prostate cancer and what can be done to help with early diagnosis, especially in Black Men.

Southern University Breaks Black Male Nursing Student Enrollment Record
In 2024, Southern University’s College of Nursing and Allied Health welcomed 33 Black male nursing students into their cohort, the largest in its history.

Melinda French Gates Donates $1 Billion to Support Women’s Rights
Melinda French Gates, business owner and philanthropist, has pledged $1 billion to organizations and individuals advocating for women’s issues and rights.

Detecting Breast Cancer With the Conformable Ultrasound Breast Patch
The invention of more groundbreaking medical technology, known as the Conformable Ultrasound Patch, is helping to detect cancers early.

Addressing Healthcare Inequities and Breast Care Treatment for Black Women
Robert F. Smith is dedicated to helping address inequities in women’s healthcare, including breast cancer treatment. Learn about the organizations he supports.

Combating Mental Health Care Disparities
Learn about the barriers facing communities of color in accessing mental health care.

Disparities Among Men With Prostate Cancer
Learn more about the disparities among men with prostate cancer and what can be done to help with early diagnosis, especially in Black Men.