headshot of CWRU nursing faculty Allison Webel
Allison Webel

Nursing’s Allison Webel writes article on heart disease for sub-Saharan women

Women with heart disease in sub-Saharan Africa face challenges, but stigma may be worst of all

The ConversationAllison Webel, assistant professor of nursing, co-wrote an article on the myths and stigmas concerning heart disease in sub-Saharan African countries, where conditions like rheumatic heart disease are particularly prevalent. Republished by Public Radio International (PRI)Chicago Tribune and MedicalXpress.