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OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks 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
fromNature
6 days 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.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks 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
fromNature
6 days 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.
more#research-funding
#healthcare
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks 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.
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago
Mental health

The Texas County Where 'Everybody Has Somebody in Their Family' With Dementia

Dementia affects 1 in 5 adults on Medicare in Starr County, Texas, underscoring significant regional health disparities.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks 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.
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago
Mental health

The Texas County Where 'Everybody Has Somebody in Their Family' With Dementia

Dementia affects 1 in 5 adults on Medicare in Starr County, Texas, underscoring significant regional health disparities.
more#healthcare
#public-health
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: What science photos do that AI-generated images can't

Breast cancer death rates are significantly higher in low- and middle-income countries due to inadequate healthcare access.
Public health
fromtime.com
3 weeks 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.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Why men are so unhealthy - and what can be done

Men's health requires urgent attention due to higher premature death rates and lifestyle factors affecting their well-being.
Health
fromThe Mercury News
8 months ago

U.S. has lowest life expectancy among rich, English-speaking countries: study

Americans have the lowest life expectancy among similar English-speaking countries, influenced by preventable deaths and health system disparities.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago
Medicine

California surgeon general sets goal of reducing maternal mortality by 50%

California aims to halve maternal mortality by 2026, addressing systemic inequities and focusing on preventable deaths among marginalized communities.
fromNature
1 week ago
Cancer

How AI is helping to boost cancer screening

Early detection of cancer greatly improves treatment outcomes, particularly through established screening programs.
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: What science photos do that AI-generated images can't

Breast cancer death rates are significantly higher in low- and middle-income countries due to inadequate healthcare access.
Public health
fromtime.com
3 weeks 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.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Why men are so unhealthy - and what can be done

Men's health requires urgent attention due to higher premature death rates and lifestyle factors affecting their well-being.
Health
fromThe Mercury News
8 months ago

U.S. has lowest life expectancy among rich, English-speaking countries: study

Americans have the lowest life expectancy among similar English-speaking countries, influenced by preventable deaths and health system disparities.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago
Medicine

California surgeon general sets goal of reducing maternal mortality by 50%

California aims to halve maternal mortality by 2026, addressing systemic inequities and focusing on preventable deaths among marginalized communities.
fromNature
1 week ago
Cancer

How AI is helping to boost cancer screening

Early detection of cancer greatly improves treatment outcomes, particularly through established screening programs.
more#public-health
SF politics
fromwww.nature.com
1 month ago

NIH Director Removes Four Main Scientists amid Massive Staff Purge

NIH leadership underwent significant changes on Jay Bhattacharya's first day, signaling new priorities amid budget cuts.
Four institute directors were removed, marking a drastic shift in NIH management.
#life-expectancy
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Mortality gap between Black, white Americans narrows, except for infants - Harvard Gazette

The gap in infant mortality rates between Black and white Americans is increasing despite overall improvements in life expectancy for both groups.
fromMail Online
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Map reveals UK life expectancy according to where you live

Life expectancy in Britain varies dramatically by region, with socio-economic factors playing a significant role.
Children in deprived areas could die up to 13 years younger than those in wealthier districts.
fromTruthout
3 months ago
Health

The US Is Seeing Quickly Widening Gaps in Life Expectancy Between Groups

Life expectancy for Native Americans has significantly declined, now below 64 years.
Disparities in health and life expectancy continue to expand among different racial and ethnic groups in the U.S.
Policy fixes are crucial to address health inequities affecting life expectancy.
fromBig Think
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

When it comes to life expectancy, there are 10 Americas

The United States has stark disparities in life expectancy, characterized by ten distinct regional and demographic segments.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Mortality gap between Black, white Americans narrows, except for infants - Harvard Gazette

The gap in infant mortality rates between Black and white Americans is increasing despite overall improvements in life expectancy for both groups.
fromMail Online
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Map reveals UK life expectancy according to where you live

Life expectancy in Britain varies dramatically by region, with socio-economic factors playing a significant role.
Children in deprived areas could die up to 13 years younger than those in wealthier districts.
fromTruthout
3 months ago
Health

The US Is Seeing Quickly Widening Gaps in Life Expectancy Between Groups

Life expectancy for Native Americans has significantly declined, now below 64 years.
Disparities in health and life expectancy continue to expand among different racial and ethnic groups in the U.S.
Policy fixes are crucial to address health inequities affecting life expectancy.
fromBig Think
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

When it comes to life expectancy, there are 10 Americas

The United States has stark disparities in life expectancy, characterized by ten distinct regional and demographic segments.
more#life-expectancy
#cancer-research
Cancer
fromNature
2 months ago

Breast cancer is on the rise: data reveal drastic gap in survival rates

Breast cancer survival varies significantly by region, with low-income countries facing higher death rates.
Economic disparities impact access to early detection and treatment for breast cancer.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London startup

The field of human ancestry is rife with racism': pioneering project to build cancer database in Africa

Yaw Bediako aims to tackle cancer research disparity in Africa through Yemaachi Biotech by creating a comprehensive database for better treatment outcomes.
Cancer
fromNature
2 months ago

Breast cancer is on the rise: data reveal drastic gap in survival rates

Breast cancer survival varies significantly by region, with low-income countries facing higher death rates.
Economic disparities impact access to early detection and treatment for breast cancer.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London startup

The field of human ancestry is rife with racism': pioneering project to build cancer database in Africa

Yaw Bediako aims to tackle cancer research disparity in Africa through Yemaachi Biotech by creating a comprehensive database for better treatment outcomes.
more#cancer-research
#healthcare-access
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Mental health

Trump wants to erase DEI. Researchers worry it will upend work on health disparity

Federal funding cuts threaten vital health disparities research, which is crucial for addressing healthcare access issues across various populations.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Medicine

How to Find the Right Oncologist for You

Choosing the right oncologist is crucial for cancer treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Medicine

How to meet the unique healthcare needs of rural America

Rural residents face significant barriers to accessing healthcare, particularly for women and mothers.
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump wants to erase DEI. Researchers worry it will upend work on health disparity

Federal funding cuts threaten vital health disparities research, which is crucial for addressing healthcare access issues across various populations.
Medicine
fromFast Company
3 months ago

How to meet the unique healthcare needs of rural America

Rural residents face significant barriers to accessing healthcare, particularly for women and mothers.
more#healthcare-access
Digital life
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Nearly 3 Million Rural Americans Can't Access Health Care and Reliable Internet

Rural Americans suffer from limited healthcare access and poor internet which adversely affects their health.
fromCbsnews
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

New Colorado Black Resource Directory connects patients with specialized health resources; "someone with that lived experience"

The Colorado Black Health Resource Directory connects Black Coloradans with culturally competent healthcare providers.
#community-health
fromBKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Heart Disease is Preventable

Health care disparities among African Americans contribute to high heart disease mortality due to inadequate diagnosis and treatment.
fromBKReader
6 months ago
Brooklyn

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.
fromNew York Amsterdam News
3 months ago
Medicine

Brooklyn doctor appointed as sole Black board member of NYACP

Dr. Moro O. Salifu appointed Governor-elect Designee of ACP for Brooklyn/Queens and Staten Island, becoming the first Black governor on New York board.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Heart Disease is Preventable

Health care disparities among African Americans contribute to high heart disease mortality due to inadequate diagnosis and treatment.
fromBKReader
6 months ago
Brooklyn

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.
fromNew York Amsterdam News
3 months ago
Medicine

Brooklyn doctor appointed as sole Black board member of NYACP

Dr. Moro O. Salifu appointed Governor-elect Designee of ACP for Brooklyn/Queens and Staten Island, becoming the first Black governor on New York board.
more#community-health
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Wellness

CNN's Sara Sidner Is Demystifying Breast Cancer Treatment

Sara Sidner publicly announces her stage III breast cancer diagnosis to raise awareness, especially among Black women, about the importance of early screening.
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Op-Ed | Hochul must close the gap in paid leave to address New York's maternal and infant mortality crisis | amNewYork

New York must improve paid leave equity to address maternal and infant mortality crises affecting mothers and newborns.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

Celebrate MLK's Legacy With a Health Freedom Walk in Brooklyn

The Health Freedom Walks honor MLK's legacy while promoting community health through plant-based diets in NYC neighborhoods.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Cancer deaths are declining, but diagnoses are rising especially among younger women

Cancer mortality has significantly declined, but young women face rising incidence rates despite improvements in detection and treatment.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
4 months ago
Medicine

Recommended Actions at Local and State Levels to Help LGBTQIA+ Older Adults - San Francisco Bay Times

The significant aging of California's LGBTQIA+ population necessitates comprehensive health data and improved care services.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Imagine a City in Which Youth Are Accounting for Youth! Power Mapping the Possibilities - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

This personal account emphasizes the importance of youth involvement in climate justice and community leadership in Long Beach.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago
Medicine

How 18th Century Racism Affects Your Healthcare

Racially adjusted lung function tests contribute to health disparities, as they underestimate respiratory issues in Black patients.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
OMG science

C.D.C. Now Recommends Pneumonia Vaccine for Adults 50 and Up

The CDC has lowered the pneumococcal vaccine recommendation age from 65 to 50 to combat rising infection rates.
Artificial intelligence
fromHarvard Gazette
7 months ago

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.
Medicine
fromNature
7 months ago

A broader view of the diversity of human gene expression

Expanding gene expression research beyond European ancestries is crucial to understand genetic diversity in traits and diseases.
#diversity-in-healthcare
Education
fromFortune
8 months ago

Michael Bloomberg's charity is giving $600 million to endowments of 4 historically Black medical schools

Bloomberg Philanthropies is donating $600 million to historically Black medical schools to address health disparities.
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago
OMG science

Closing the genomics gap: How to improve indigenous health DW 08/12/2024

Subtle genetic differences impact health outcomes and treatment responses.
Education
fromFortune
8 months ago

Michael Bloomberg's charity is giving $600 million to endowments of 4 historically Black medical schools

Bloomberg Philanthropies is donating $600 million to historically Black medical schools to address health disparities.
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago
OMG science

Closing the genomics gap: How to improve indigenous health DW 08/12/2024

Subtle genetic differences impact health outcomes and treatment responses.
more#diversity-in-healthcare
Education
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago

The hot trend for billionaire donors: paying for medical school tuition

Billionaire philanthropists funding medical education to address shortages and high tuition costs.
Medicine
fromenglish.elpais.com
9 months ago

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.
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