Black Health Matters

JUNE 20, 2024

A report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2023 showed “more than half (52%) of LGBQ+ students recently experienced poor mental health and, concerningly, that more than 1 in 5 (22%) attempted suicide in the past year.” ” These findings were consistent across race and ethnicity.

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Your Local Epidemiologist

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Influenza-like illnesses: Low but increasing The climate of respiratory health in the United States—which the CDC defines as “influenza-like illnesses” (ILI)—is increasing but still below the “epidemic” level threshold. Note: vaccine availability dates differed between seasons. Familiarity.

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Exploring Health

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The mutation arises when there is a change in the DNA sequence of a regulator gene, the basic unit of hereditary information containing the genetic instructions for its corresponding protein. The idea that vitamin D could help maintain gut microbiota balance in health was brilliant, says Benardot.

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Black Health Matters

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) is a growing health concern that affects millions of people across the United States and is particularly prevalent among Black communities. Black Health Matters: Tell us a bit about your initial response or thoughts to receiving your T2D diagnosis. My A1c at diagnosis was I think 13.1%

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Better Health For All

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Financial wellbeing is a fundamental building block of health. The impact of this extends beyond finances to underpin good mental and physical health throughout the life course. These levels of financial insecurity are profoundly detrimental to the nation’s health.

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Black Health Matters

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) remains a significant public health challenge, disproportionately affecting the Black community. The Office of Minority Health has highlighted the following statistics: African Americans represent nearly 13% of the United States population but made up more than 42% of HIV cases in 2019.

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The NACCHO Podcast Series

DECEMBER 8, 2022

They also discuss NACCHO’s advocacy to pass the Public Health Loan Repayment Program in end-of-year legislation, including how members can take action to urge their members of Congress to support the program. Ige discuss how local health departments are rethinking how health inequities are addressed in public health practice.

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Smart Data Collective

JUNE 21, 2023

Identify employee health concerns. When employees have health issues and injuries, productivity and profitability suffer. HR managers can use big data to identify and prepare for common health issues in their organizations. Implement HR information systems or tools that streamline data collection and analysis.

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Rural Health Information Hub

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

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Rural Health Information Hub

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

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Rural Health Information Hub

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

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Big Cities Health Coalition

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The Big Cities Health Coalition (BCHC), representing the leaders of health departments serving nearly 61 million Americans, calls on the incoming Administration and Congress to enhance support for local public health systems.

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The Health Care Blog

JANUARY 18, 2022

He wrote a piece in Health Affairs last week arguing with the stance of Medicare Advantage of Don Berwick and Rick Gilfillan (Here’s their piece pt1 , pt2 ). A combination of team care, language proficiency, and significantly lower direct health care costs for each member has encouraged that pattern of enrollment as well.

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Association of Health Care Journalists

DECEMBER 10, 2024

We want to create a world where people treat domestic violence as a health equity issue and a multigenerational cycle that can be prevented. Reporters are also advised to get informed consent before fact-checking with other sources. Resources This playbook focuses a lot on trauma-informed reporting practices.

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Black Health Matters

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Health Education Advocacy and Learning (HEAL) is a non-profit collaborative created to provide every community with access to resources that will help them thrive. states, HEAL is collaborating with key pillars in Black communities, such as churches, to share information about the Kidney PATIENT Act.

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Black Health Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2024

He has recorded and released Get Low #2, a version of the hit dedicated to encouraging people to use the Cologuard kit to get informed about their health. Black and Brown people, we do not like to go to the doctor until something’s wrong, Lil Jon told Black Health Matters in an interview. It just shocked me enough to say.

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Better Health For All

OCTOBER 10, 2024

When the MBRACE-UK report for 2019-2021 was published showing a four-fold increase in risk of mortality for pregnant people from Black ethnic groups [1] , the medical establishment reacted promptly and with horror to investigate and tackle this statistic. It’s not just birthing parents who are at risk either.

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Black Health Matters

AUGUST 13, 2024

Additionally, tobacco and alcohol use remain prevalent among younger generations, consistently harming their health. Additionally, the overall cancer incidence rate for Black people under 50 is higher compared to other racial and ethnic groups. Consider getting screened, explore your family health history, and stay informed.

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Black Health Matters

AUGUST 12, 2024

He did not inform me that having a vitamin D deficiency— which I was later proven to have—was associated with a higher risk for fibroids. I was fat, so sending me to the gym was the only logical conclusion to addressing any health problem I had. ” These facts did not affect his decision-making. His diagnosis was premature.

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Black Health Matters

JULY 8, 2024

Facts You Should Know If you’re thinking about storing or donating cord blood, it’s important to be well-informed. Looking further into your options is always a wise move so that you can make informed decisions that align with your family’s needs. On the other hand, private cord blood banking is a personal investment.

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Black Health Matters

JUNE 13, 2024

Ethnic and cultural bias often influences our healthcare experiences, and unfortunately, Alzheimer’s disease is not an exception. This data highlights the urgent need for change, especially considering genetic variations in drug responses across different races and ethnicities.

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Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

OCTOBER 3, 2024

million cooperative agreement from the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau (HRSA MCHB) to build the capacity of public health leaders at the state and local level to effectively use policy approaches related to housing and food security for MCH populations. AMCHP is Awarded $1.2M

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Black Health Matters

JULY 22, 2024

” This has major health implications, including the potential for gaining weight. How Lack of Sleep Impacts Black Patients in Particular There is a proven link between poor cardiovascular health, something that can contribute to difficulty reversing obesity, and insomnia. It was first discovered in 2009.

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Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

OCTOBER 16, 2024

million cooperative agreement from the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau (HRSA MCHB) to build the capacity of public health leaders at the state and local level to effectively use policy approaches related to housing and food security for MCH populations. AMCHP is Awarded $1.2M

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Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Call for New AMCHP Association Committee Members is Open Through November 8 Are you interested in effecting meaningful change nationally and have your voice heard on maternal and child health (MCH) matters? Share this information with your peers! Download our Call for New Committee Member informational flyer.

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Maternal Health Task Force

MARCH 18, 2024

She is currently a Fellow in the Commonwealth Fund Fellowship in Minority Health Policy and is enrolled in the Harvard School of Public Health MPH-45 program in Health Policy with a concentration in Maternal and Child Health. By: Jodian Pinkney , Infectious Diseases Physician.

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Black Health Matters

JULY 31, 2024

“People from racial and ethnic minority groups are disproportionately affected by postpartum weight retention (PPWR).” ” According to a report published in Women’s Health , examining a narrative mapping literature to the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities Research Framework.

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HEALTHBEAT

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free Atlanta newsletter here. And she has persuaded Grady Health System, the largest public hospital–based system in the Southeast, to revise its prostate cancer screening guidelines in an effort to boost health equity by identifying the disease early among Black men.

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Frontiers

OCTOBER 1, 2021

This can then lead to the development of interventions to improve, not only our lifespan but importantly our health-span, towards a future of healthy aging. The malleability of our health trajectory has led me to better understand the mechanisms of aging and longevity from a life course and personalized perspective.

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Fund for Public Health NYC

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Years NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan today unveiled “ HealthyNYC , ” an ambitious plan to improve and extend the average lifespan of all New Yorkers. Read “ Using Law to Advance Population Health Planning ” in Health Affairs.

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The Health Care Blog

MARCH 25, 2022

The commercial practice of aggregating health and consumer data crosses the borders of healthcare, retail, marketing, communications, transportation, and others. Dr. Rockeymore Cummings spoke about how she had shared parts of her health journey story online to provide support to others on similar journeys.

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 27, 2021

All of online information can be separated into public and non-public. For example, even information that may seem innocuous like height, weight or even the color of a person’s car may be considered personal data. a generic geographical pointer) and behavioral information (e.g. Personal information in the US.

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Association of Health Care Journalists

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

For journalists who want to track trends in the quality of maternal health, a more useful gauge may be the rate of severe maternal morbidity (SMM) , which affects tens of thousands of women annually. It’s associated with both adverse maternal and infant health outcomes and higher healthcare costs. Since the U.S.

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Smart Data Collective

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Property costs can vary wildly, influenced by a number of factors as well as the larger economic health of the nation. Real estate marketing is a constantly changing, often volatile and unpredictable landscape. Despite this, property remains an attractive and popular investment option for many people.

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Frontiers

MAY 19, 2022

Our study is the first to assess the possible benefits of medical cannabis for cancer-related pain in oncology patients; gathering information from the start of treatment, and with repeated follow-ups for an extended period of time, to get a thorough analysis of its effectiveness.”. ? Read original article ? Download original article (pdf).

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Black Health Matters

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

By exploring the latest statistics, some of the causes of HIV disparities, and preventative measures, we hope to empower Black women with the knowledge and tools necessary to take action and help protect their health while advocating for their well-being. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health.

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The Health Care Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has provided important lessons regarding the structure and delivery of health care in the United States, and one of the most significant takeaways has been the need to shift to value-based models of care. That figure rose to nearly 20% in 2020 during the pandemic.

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