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#cardiovascular-health
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago
Public health

Exercise and eat your veggies: Privileged prescriptions like these don't always reduce risk of heart disease

Universal heart health recommendations may not be applicable across different income countries, necessitating a tailored approach based on local conditions.
Public health
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago

Exercise and eat your veggies: Privileged prescriptions like these don't always reduce risk of heart disease

Universal heart health recommendations may not be applicable across different income countries, necessitating a tailored approach based on local conditions.
more#cardiovascular-health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Re-Branding Sleep Apnea

"Over 900 million adults globally are estimated to have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In the United States, more than 30 million adults are affected, yet 80-90% remain undiagnosed."
Health
#mental-health
Psychology
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Worst blackspots revealed as children left waiting years to see psychologists or speech and language therapists

The number of children waiting over a year for psychological treatment has surged by 7,000 since 2021.
Psychology
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Worst blackspots revealed as children left waiting years to see psychologists or speech and language therapists

The number of children waiting over a year for psychological treatment has surged by 7,000 since 2021.
more#mental-health
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Jamaal Bowman Claims Black People Have Higher Rates of Heart Disease and Cancer Because of Being Called the N-Word'

The reason why heart disease and cancer and obesity and diabetes are bigger in the black community is because of the stress we carry from having to deal with being called the N-word directly or indirectly every day.
Black Lives Matter
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Health Department Launches Interactive Tool to Track Childhood Vaccination Gaps

The NYC Health Department's new vaccination data tool reveals significant disparities in childhood immunization rates among boroughs and racial groups.
#lgbtq
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Scientists worry about free speech rights under the Trump administration

The termination of LGBTQ+-focused research funding reflects broader concerns about marginalization and censorship in scientific inquiries under the current administration.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Scientists worry about free speech rights under the Trump administration

The termination of LGBTQ+-focused research funding reflects broader concerns about marginalization and censorship in scientific inquiries under the current administration.
more#lgbtq
fromNewsOne
1 month ago

New York AG Letitia James Wins Lawsuit Over Trump's Medical Funding Cuts, Which Judge Called 'Government Racial Discrimination'

"Young, a 1985 Reagan appointee, said at the hearing that he has 'never seen government racial discrimination like this' in his 40-year career, calling the funding cuts 'arbitrary and capricious, and unlawful' in his ruling."},{
NYC politics
fromHealthbeat
1 month ago

HealthyNYC targets diabetes with expanded support in underserved Brooklyn neighborhoods

Early intervention in diabetes management can prevent long-term complications.
Disparities in healthcare access contribute to chronic disease prevalence in marginalized communities.
Community-based support programs are essential for effective diabetes management.
#nih
more#nih
NYC LGBT
fromPrism
2 months ago

New York City faces loss of over $40 million for HIV prevention

The proposed federal funding cuts jeopardize $40 million for crucial HIV services in New York City, risking care for vulnerable populations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Single Black women on Covid five years later: The pandemic taught me, no regrets'

The pandemic illustrated the deep-rooted disparities faced by Black communities, highlighting issues in health, wealth, and access to resources, with single Black women experiencing unique challenges.
Women in technology
Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
2 months ago

AI in the Battle Against Health Disparities | HackerNoon

Healthcare disparities are significant and lead to avoidable mortality and costs, affecting entire communities.
Artificial intelligence may provide solutions to address complex health inequities.
Non-profit organizations
fromNature
2 months ago

'We were ready for this': meet the scientists suing the Trump administration to reinstate terminated grants

Legal battle underway to restore NIH research grants discontinued by Trump administration.
Plaintiffs argue terminations violate both scientific standards and constitutional law.
fromsilive
2 months ago

These Staten Island teens traveled to Albany to speak out against tobacco use | In Class column

Youth engage in advocacy to combat tobacco marketing targeting minors.
Tobacco use remains a significant public health issue in Staten Island.
Health
fromKqed
2 months ago

What's a Dentist to Do When There's Not Much to Smile About? Ask Dr. J | KQED

Dental care disparities persist, particularly affecting Black and Mexican American adults, as highlighted by recent studies and policy discussions.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

New report shows the state's LGBTQ+ population is growing

Despite the growth of the LGBTQ+ population in Massachusetts, significant disparities in healthcare and economic stability remain, especially for marginalized groups.
#latino-community
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
SF LGBT

New report reveals Latino health disparities in Santa Clara Co.: 'The problem is so immense'

Santa Clara County's Latino Health Assessment reveals alarming disparities and calls for immediate action to improve health and well-being in the community.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
SF parents

Newly released Latino Health Assessment highlights devastating health disparities in Santa Clara County

Santa Clara County's Latino community faces severe health disparities, underscored by higher rates of violence and chronic illness compared to other groups.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Newly released Latino Health Assessment highlights devastating health disparities in Santa Clara County

Santa Clara County's Latino community faces severe health disparities, underscored by higher rates of violence and chronic illness compared to other groups.
more#latino-community
#dementia
SF LGBT
fromNature
3 months ago

Tracking older LGBTQ+ people's health: 'I hear their voices and their stories'

Jason Flatt's research exposes health disparities facing older LGBTQIA+ individuals, challenging assumptions about dementia risk linked to education levels.
SF LGBT
fromNature
3 months ago

Tracking older LGBTQ+ people's health: 'I hear their voices and their stories'

Jason Flatt's research exposes health disparities facing older LGBTQIA+ individuals, challenging assumptions about dementia risk linked to education levels.
more#dementia
OMG science
fromNature
3 months ago

Trump team's science cuts threaten tenure hopes for early-career academics

The Trump administration's policies have significantly impacted early-career researchers' funding and tenure prospects, especially in diversity, equity, and inclusion fields.
fromNature
3 months ago

How AI is helping to boost cancer screening

Early detection of cancer greatly improves treatment outcomes, particularly through established screening programs.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Challenging Medical Ageism After 50

Ageism significantly impacts healthcare outcomes, leading to neglect of older patients.
Medical evaluations for those over 50 should be collaborative, focusing on informed decisions.
Age-based discrimination in healthcare contributes to cognitive decline and worsening health.
Public health
fromtime.com
4 months ago

Pregnancy-Related U.S. Death Rates Have Jumped in Recent Years

The U.S. saw a nearly 28% increase in pregnancy-related deaths from 2018 to 2022, with significant disparities across states and demographics.
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