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epilepsy
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 03/14/2023

Black, Hispanic People With Epilepsy Often Miss Out on Latest Meds

Black, Hispanic epilepsy patients receive fewer updated meds, highlighting racial disparities. Prioritize neurologist referrals for equitable care. Explore full study.
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health behaviors
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 03/05/2023

For Black Churchgoers in New Orleans, Religious Beliefs May Influence Health Behaviors

Religious beliefs in Black churchgoers may enhance health behaviors, suggesting churches' pivotal role in reducing health disparities. Explore CHERISH study implications.
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology
diadetes
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 03/05/2023

Diabetes-Related Deaths Not Decreasing in Rural Areas in the U.S.

Rural diabetes-related deaths persist, impacting Black patients. Urban decreases highlight health disparity. Explore strategies for rural health improvements.
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trauma patients
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/26/2023

Ethnic Disparities Seen for Delayed Appendicitis Diagnosis, 2016-2017

Delayed appendicitis diagnosis is higher among Black patients. Culturally-informed hospitals mitigate delays. Explore strategies to improve diagnostic equity.
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BP
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/23/2023

QI Program Less Likely Disparities in BP Control Between Black, White Patients, 18-49 years

QI program reduces but doesn't eliminate BP control disparities between Black, White patients. Targeted interventions needed. Explore future strategies.
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology
ketoacidosis
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/21/2023

Non-Hispanic Black Patients More Likely to Have Diabetic Ketoacidosis, in 2019

Non-Hispanic Black T1D patients face persistent DKA disparities. Addressing systemic inequities in diabetes care is crucial. Explore solutions.
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life expectancy
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/19/2023

Disparities in Life Expectancy by Race, County Persist 2000-2019

Life expectancy disparities persist; AIAN unchanged. Address social determinants to achieve equity. Read full analysis for actionable insights.
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appendicitis
  • Camille McClellan
  • 02/19/2023

Appendicitis Often Spotted Later in Black Patients, Ages 18-64

Late appendicitis diagnosis is common in Black patients, but minority-serving hospitals diagnose faster. Racial integration improves care. Explore implications.
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cancer
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/17/2023

Cancer Mortality Up With Residential Racial, Economic Segregation

Segregation correlates with higher cancer mortality. Targeted prevention efforts needed for underserved communities. Read full study for insights.
  • Cardiology
racism
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/17/2023

Black-White Disparities Persist for Cardiovascular Mortality, rom 1999 to 2019

Cardiovascular mortality disparities persist; Black adults face higher rates. Addressing societal drivers is crucial. Explore actionable steps in full study.
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NICU
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/16/2023

U.S. 28.8% Maternal Mortality, Morbidity Increased in Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle cell disease elevates maternal mortality, morbidity, with racial disparities explaining 28.9% increased risk. Read the full analysis.
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Zinc Deficiency
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 02/07/2023

Black Women Have Increased Rates of Distant-Stage Cervical Cancer in 4.5%

Black women face higher distant-stage cervical cancer rates than White women. Screening and HPV vaccination disparities persist. Read the full analysis.
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