Cost of Mpox Shot Deters Americans at Risk, Critics Say
The mpox outbreak is impacting access to vaccines in the U.S., despite government donations, due to insurance barriers and personal concerns.
LGBTQ+ people are more likely to develop dementia & other mental health issues - LGBTQ Nation
LGBTQ+ individuals face higher risks for neurological conditions such as dementia and depression compared to cisgender and heterosexual individuals.
LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of 'adverse brain health:' study
LGBTQ+ individuals face greater risk for adverse brain health outcomes due to systemic discrimination, not their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Cost of Mpox Shot Deters Americans at Risk, Critics Say
The mpox outbreak is impacting access to vaccines in the U.S., despite government donations, due to insurance barriers and personal concerns.
LGBTQ+ people are more likely to develop dementia & other mental health issues - LGBTQ Nation
LGBTQ+ individuals face higher risks for neurological conditions such as dementia and depression compared to cisgender and heterosexual individuals.
LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of 'adverse brain health:' study
LGBTQ+ individuals face greater risk for adverse brain health outcomes due to systemic discrimination, not their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Warning for younger women: Be vigilant on breast cancer risk - Harvard Gazette
Breast cancer rates show a concerning increase, particularly in younger women and certain racial groups, despite overall mortality improvements.
Many states are eager to extend Medicaid to people soon to be released from prison
The new policy allowing Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals before release aims to improve post-release healthcare access, reducing disparities and lowering mortality rates.
Warning for younger women: Be vigilant on breast cancer risk - Harvard Gazette
Breast cancer rates show a concerning increase, particularly in younger women and certain racial groups, despite overall mortality improvements.
Many states are eager to extend Medicaid to people soon to be released from prison
The new policy allowing Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals before release aims to improve post-release healthcare access, reducing disparities and lowering mortality rates.
Healthcare: Are We Overinvesting in AI vs Social Needs?
AI investments in healthcare have reached significant levels, raising concerns about neglecting social determinants of health.
There is a need to weigh the return on investment in AI against its potential impacts, including climate change and health disparities.
A broader, more inclusive dialogue is required to balance technological advancements with addressing the social and environmental factors critical to improving overall health and longevity.
Using AI to repurpose existing drugs for treatment of rare diseases - Harvard Gazette
An AI tool called TxGNN can identify drug candidates for over 17,000 rare diseases, potentially addressing many previously untreated conditions.
Healthcare: Are We Overinvesting in AI vs Social Needs?
AI investments in healthcare have reached significant levels, raising concerns about neglecting social determinants of health.
There is a need to weigh the return on investment in AI against its potential impacts, including climate change and health disparities.
A broader, more inclusive dialogue is required to balance technological advancements with addressing the social and environmental factors critical to improving overall health and longevity.
Using AI to repurpose existing drugs for treatment of rare diseases - Harvard Gazette
An AI tool called TxGNN can identify drug candidates for over 17,000 rare diseases, potentially addressing many previously untreated conditions.
A massive "trauma burden" is pushing LGBTQ+ women to the brink - LGBTQ Nation
LGBTQ+ women experience significant mental health disparities and barriers to care compared to their straight peers, necessitating urgent attention and support.
How to Find the Right Oncologist for You
Choosing the right oncologist is crucial for cancer treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.
A massive "trauma burden" is pushing LGBTQ+ women to the brink - LGBTQ Nation
LGBTQ+ women experience significant mental health disparities and barriers to care compared to their straight peers, necessitating urgent attention and support.
How to Find the Right Oncologist for You
Choosing the right oncologist is crucial for cancer treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.
NYU Langone Family Health Centers Host Breast Cancer Awareness Event in Brooklyn
Community awareness and education are vital in the fight against breast cancer, emphasizing early detection and accessible resources.
Mother Cabrini Awards $172M in Grants to Advance Health Equity
The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awarded 514 grants totaling $172 million to support nonprofits addressing community health needs and disparities.
The foundation refined its grantmaking strategy to focus on five core program areas: access to healthcare, basic needs, healthcare workforce, mental and behavioral health, and a general fund.
NYU Langone Family Health Centers Host Breast Cancer Awareness Event in Brooklyn
Community awareness and education are vital in the fight against breast cancer, emphasizing early detection and accessible resources.
Mother Cabrini Awards $172M in Grants to Advance Health Equity
The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awarded 514 grants totaling $172 million to support nonprofits addressing community health needs and disparities.
The foundation refined its grantmaking strategy to focus on five core program areas: access to healthcare, basic needs, healthcare workforce, mental and behavioral health, and a general fund.
The Federal Government Doubles Down on Women's Health Research Investments - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
The federal government is committing at least $800 million towards women's health research, addressing long-ignored clinical needs.
This Common Overlooked Condition Is Far More Debilitating Than Previously Thought, Study Suggests
Endometriosis significantly affects women's daily lives, leading to missed school or work due to chronic pain.
NYC making a big investment in maternal health in Coney Island
A new integrated women's health center is being developed in Coney Island to address significant health disparities, especially for Black maternal health.
Addressing the Limits of Women's Health Research in the United States - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Women face disparities in health conditions; heart disease and lung cancer affect women significantly.
Research initiatives like the White House Initiative on Women's Health aim to address disparities in disease prevention and treatment.
The Federal Government Doubles Down on Women's Health Research Investments - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
The federal government is committing at least $800 million towards women's health research, addressing long-ignored clinical needs.
This Common Overlooked Condition Is Far More Debilitating Than Previously Thought, Study Suggests
Endometriosis significantly affects women's daily lives, leading to missed school or work due to chronic pain.
NYC making a big investment in maternal health in Coney Island
A new integrated women's health center is being developed in Coney Island to address significant health disparities, especially for Black maternal health.
Addressing the Limits of Women's Health Research in the United States - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Women face disparities in health conditions; heart disease and lung cancer affect women significantly.
Research initiatives like the White House Initiative on Women's Health aim to address disparities in disease prevention and treatment.
Another Death in Childbirth at a Troubled Brooklyn Hospital
The maternal death of Bevorlin Garcia Barrios at Woodhull Medical Center highlights serious issues in maternity care, prompting scrutiny of hospital practices.
Sparking Positive Change: The Power of Community-Centered Health Education - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Black Americans experience significantly worse health outcomes compared to White Americans, underscoring the need for structural and educational reforms in healthcare.
Reynoso launches 'Community Baby Shower Fund' for expectant parents
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso established a $50,000 'Community Baby Shower Fund' to support expecting parents in high-risk neighborhoods.
Another Death in Childbirth at a Troubled Brooklyn Hospital
The maternal death of Bevorlin Garcia Barrios at Woodhull Medical Center highlights serious issues in maternity care, prompting scrutiny of hospital practices.
Sparking Positive Change: The Power of Community-Centered Health Education - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Black Americans experience significantly worse health outcomes compared to White Americans, underscoring the need for structural and educational reforms in healthcare.
Reynoso launches 'Community Baby Shower Fund' for expectant parents
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso established a $50,000 'Community Baby Shower Fund' to support expecting parents in high-risk neighborhoods.
Rep. Clarke introduces bill to study link between chemical hair straighteners and uterine cancer
The Uterine Cancer Study Act aims to explore the link between hair straighteners and uterine cancer.
Recent studies indicate increased cancer risk associated with hair straighteners among women.
Bill would bridge immigrant health gap while saving NY money (Guest Opinion by Estelle Khairallah)
Expanding health coverage for income-eligible undocumented immigrants in New York state through the Coverage For All bill could lead to significant cost savings and improved health outcomes.
Rep. Clarke introduces bill to study link between chemical hair straighteners and uterine cancer
The Uterine Cancer Study Act aims to explore the link between hair straighteners and uterine cancer.
Recent studies indicate increased cancer risk associated with hair straighteners among women.
Bill would bridge immigrant health gap while saving NY money (Guest Opinion by Estelle Khairallah)
Expanding health coverage for income-eligible undocumented immigrants in New York state through the Coverage For All bill could lead to significant cost savings and improved health outcomes.
Analyzing the Effects of Dietary Acculturation on Heart Health - News Center
Dietary acculturation among Hispanic/Latino populations in the U.S. may increase the risk of heart disease.
Brooklyn non-profit receives grant for Social Care Network program
Public Health Solutions receives $500 million for Social Care Network to address health disparities in New York.
Historically Black medical school in South L.A. receives largest gift ever
Historically Black medical school receives a $75-million gift, part of a $600-million initiative to support four Black medical schools and address health disparities.
$1 Billion Donation Will Provide Free Tuition at a Bronx Medical School
Dr. Ruth Gottesman donated $1 billion to cover tuition for all students at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, a significant contribution to a medical institution in the Bronx.
The donation, coming from her late husband's fortune, is one of the largest to a medical school in the U.S., impacting a community with high health challenges.
The hot trend for billionaire donors: paying for medical school tuition
Billionaire philanthropists funding medical education to address shortages and high tuition costs.
$1 Billion Donation Will Provide Free Tuition at a Bronx Medical School
Dr. Ruth Gottesman donated $1 billion to cover tuition for all students at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, a significant contribution to a medical institution in the Bronx.
The donation, coming from her late husband's fortune, is one of the largest to a medical school in the U.S., impacting a community with high health challenges.
Understanding the sudden rise of type 2 diabetes in children
The emergence of type 2 diabetes in youth, once solely an adult disease, is linked to factors like obesity, lifestyle, environment, and disparities in access to healthy resources.
More US women have tried to induce their own abortion since fall of Roe report
7% of US women attempt self-induced abortion post-Roe v Wade fall, disproportionately affecting marginalized groups, indicating restricted access to facility-based abortion.
Counties most in need of cardiologists are the most likely to have none
Almost half of U.S. counties lack a single cardiologist, exacerbating rural healthcare disparities.
Office for Disparities Research and Workforce Diversity's Disability, Equity, and Mental Health Research Webinar Series: Transforming Mental Health Disability Research Through Lived Experience Leadership and Co-Production
Emphasizing meaningful inclusion of individuals with psychiatric disabilities in mental health research is crucial for improved outcomes and equity.
Race removed as factor in kidney function test, allowing Minneapolis woman to receive transplant sooner
A major change in the medical world is helping to make kidney transplants more racially equitable.
Arizona schools are failing to provide sex education & homophobia is to blame - LGBTQ Nation
At least eight Arizona school districts lack sexual education policies, using LGBTQ+ opposition as an excuse.
LGB women are more likely to die earlier than hetero women, according to study
Lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) women have a higher likelihood of dying earlier than straight women due to systemic health disparities and discrimination.
Medical gaslighting in clinical settings leads to dismissal of patient's symptoms and biased diagnoses, disproportionately affecting women and people of color.
Tuberculosis outbreak at California hotel to lead to public health emergency
A tuberculosis outbreak in a Long Beach hotel led to a public health emergency declaration, impacting a population with significant barriers to care.
Physicians Like Me Must Oppose Medical Discrimination Against Methadone Patients
Facilities often deny care to Methadone patients, violating ADA laws and exacerbating health disparities.
Native Americans have shorter life spans. Better health care isn't the only answer
Native Americans have significantly lower life expectancy due to social and economic factors rather than just medical conditions.
This OBGYN Went Viral For Sharing How You Can Push Back If Your Doctor Isn't Taking You Seriously
Patients, especially pregnant individuals, are often dismissed or gaslighted about their symptoms in reproductive healthcare.
Factors contributing to the maternal mortality crisis include symptom dismissal, limited time with doctors, and cost of care.
Here's what many digital tools for chronic pain are doing wrong
Digital health technologies offer promising alternatives to traditional pain management methods like opioids.
Integration and holistic approach are crucial for addressing the chronic pain crisis.
Black Americans Deserve More Health Care Options, Not Less
Black-serving hospitals are facing severe funding deficits due to the heavy COVID-19 caseloads
Health disparities experienced by Black Americans can be traced back to decisions made over a century ago
Black Men in White Coats: Student organization at Jefferson University aims for more diversity with Black doctors
A student organization at Jefferson University called Black Men in White Coats aims to increase the number of Black doctors.
The organization recognizes the impact of a lack of diversity in medicine on health outcomes for Black people.
The group is working to improve access to better healthcare for Black communities and inspire more Black students to pursue careers in medicine.
Why we're here: Tackling cancer, from early detection to artificial intelligence tools
Ilkania Chowdhury-Paulino is researching pollution as a risk factor for cancer and aims to reduce racial disparities in health outcomes.
Intekhab Hossain is developing AI tools to analyze genomic data and extract actionable insights about cancer.
Children of color face delays in treating infantile spasms, study finds
Prompt diagnosis and treatment of infantile epileptic spasms can prevent developmental delays.
Non-Hispanic Black children are less likely to receive timely treatment for infantile spasms.
Colorado doctor works to raise awareness about Black maternal health disparities: "More needs to be done"
Black women in the U.S. have higher rates of pregnancy-related complications and infant mortality compared to white women.
Healthcare inequities and mistreatment play a role in the disparities faced by Black women in maternal healthcare.
Cervical cancer deaths rise among low-income Americans
Women in low-income regions of the U.S. are experiencing more cases and deaths from cervical cancer despite the availability of an effective vaccine against HPV.
Cervical cancer incidence is highest among women in low-income regions, with the highest overall incidence in Hispanic women.
'A call to action:' Discussing maternal health disparities in Black women
Maternal health disparities facing Black expectant mothers were discussed at a roundtable hosted by Brooklyn Law School and Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn.
The main topics addressed were proper training of hospital staff and preventive medicine.
Elderly South Asian people more likely to live in poor health, poverty and housing'
Older people from Bangladeshi and Pakistani backgrounds in the UK are more than twice as likely to be living in poverty compared to their white counterparts.
Ethnic inequalities in aging are a result of disadvantages in education, work, and housing across their lives.
The number of older people from minority ethnic backgrounds facing poverty and poor health is expected to increase in the coming years.
Black patients have less access to anti-obesity drugs, data shows
Health disparities exist in the distribution of anti-obesity and diabetes drugs.
White people are four times more likely to receive a prescription than Black people.
Affordability and lack of access to medical care contribute to the unequal distribution.
'A call to action:' Discussing maternal health disparities in Black women
Maternal health disparities facing Black expectant mothers were discussed at a roundtable hosted by Brooklyn Law School and Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn.
The main topics addressed were proper training of hospital staff and preventive medicine.
Elderly South Asian people more likely to live in poor health, poverty and housing'
Older people from Bangladeshi and Pakistani backgrounds in the UK are more than twice as likely to be living in poverty compared to their white counterparts.
Ethnic inequalities in aging are a result of disadvantages in education, work, and housing across their lives.
The number of older people from minority ethnic backgrounds facing poverty and poor health is expected to increase in the coming years.
Black patients have less access to anti-obesity drugs, data shows
Health disparities exist in the distribution of anti-obesity and diabetes drugs.
White people are four times more likely to receive a prescription than Black people.
Affordability and lack of access to medical care contribute to the unequal distribution.
Op-ed: End of affirmative action could worsen health disparities
The Supreme Court decision to ban affirmative action in college admissions could reduce workplace diversity and widen health disparities.
Data from nine states that banned affirmative action in higher education admissions showed a decline in enrollment among Black and Latino students.
Without affirmative action, fewer students from underrepresented groups will be able to overcome barriers and achieve the American Dream.
Op-ed: End of affirmative action could worsen health disparities
The Supreme Court decision to ban affirmative action in college admissions could reduce workplace diversity and widen health disparities.
Data from nine states that banned affirmative action in higher education admissions showed a decline in enrollment among Black and Latino students.
Without affirmative action, fewer students from underrepresented groups will be able to overcome barriers and achieve the American Dream.
Op-ed: End of affirmative action could worsen health disparities
The Supreme Court decision to ban affirmative action in college admissions could reduce workplace diversity and widen health disparities.
Data from nine states that banned affirmative action in higher education admissions showed a decline in enrollment among Black and Latino students.
Without affirmative action, fewer students from underrepresented groups will be able to overcome barriers and achieve the American Dream.
Mayor Eric Adams' Op-Ed: Helping New Yorkers Live Longer
New York City launched HealthyNYC, a plan to extend and improve the lifespan of all New Yorkers to 83 years by 2030.
The plan aims to reduce the drivers of premature death, including chronic and diet-related diseases, overdose, suicide, maternal mortality, violence, and COVID-19.
The focus will also be on addressing health inequities in Black and Brown communities.
Mayor Eric Adams' Op-Ed: Helping New Yorkers Live Longer
New York City launched HealthyNYC, a plan to extend and improve the lifespan of all New Yorkers to 83 years by 2030.
The plan aims to reduce the drivers of premature death, including chronic and diet-related diseases, overdose, suicide, maternal mortality, violence, and COVID-19.
The focus will also be on addressing health inequities in Black and Brown communities.
Men in the U.S. are dying nearly six years before women, study shows
The life expectancy gap between women and men in the U.S. has widened, with men dying nearly six years before women.
The COVID-19 pandemic and unintentional injuries were the main contributors to the growing life expectancy gap.
Environmental and societal factors, such as men's health behaviors and access to healthcare, also play a role in the discrepancy.
Men in the U.S. are dying nearly six years before women, study shows
The life expectancy gap between women and men in the U.S. has widened, with men dying nearly six years before women.
The COVID-19 pandemic and unintentional injuries were the main contributors to the growing life expectancy gap.
Environmental and societal factors, such as men's health behaviors and access to healthcare, also play a role in the discrepancy.
Brooklyn doctor tackles health disparities in African American community | Flipboard
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