Closing the Black-White Life Expectancy Gap
Black and Brown populations have continued to fall behind the average life expectancy of white populations—a chasm that has widened considerably in the wake of COVID-19.
read moreBlack and Brown populations have continued to fall behind the average life expectancy of white populations—a chasm that has widened considerably in the wake of COVID-19.
read moreThe healthcare system is not devoid of disparities despite being integral to our lives. An overhaul, not reform, will be necessary to ensure that care is accessible for all.
read moreAs they grapple with common economic and personal hardships, structural and cultural hurdles place an additional burden on immigrants’ mental health.
read morePrioritizing equitable education, housing, public health services, and more can help reduce crime and police dependency.Â
read morePrescription drug prices in the U.S. are the highest among most nations, causing residents to make risky decisions about their health.
read moreThe death by suicide of former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst has placed a focus on Black mental health, the systemic inequities that affect it, and the stigma around getting help.
read moreBiased messaging from dermatologists, media, skincare companies and influencers has led to a spread of skin cancer misinformation, highlighting racial disparities in dermatology.
read moreFollowing the backlash from CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky’s recent comments, disability advocates say her remarks weren’t an “error” or “bad editing,” but the result of how ableist thinking devalues the lives of the chronically ill and disabled people.
read moreHealthcare issues were a major topic in 2021, causing communities around the U.S. to demand action to fix these inequities in the healthcare system.
read moreAddressing the racial and geographic disparities that make PrEP less accessible.
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