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  • Cardiology
cardiovascular disease
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/30/2023

35 % of Black Patients More Likely to Get Riskier Heart Surgeries

Black patients face 35% lower odds for minimally invasive heart surgeries, highlighting disparities in access to quality care. Prioritize equitable surgical options.
  • General
hypoxemia
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/27/2023

Occult Hypoxemia More Likely Among Black Inpatients, seen less than 88%

Black inpatients face higher occult hypoxemia risk; reassess pulse oximetry reliability. Read full study for practice implications.
  • COVID-19
antiviral
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/25/2023

36% Black, 30% Hispanic COVID Patients Less Likely to Get Antiviral Paxlovid

Black and Hispanic patients face disparities in Paxlovid access. Addressing these inequities is crucial for equitable COVID-19 treatment. Read more.
  • Neurology
MS
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/24/2023

76.8% Women: Prevalence of MS Similarly High in Black, Less Likely in White Individuals

MS prevalence high in Blacks and Whites, lower in Hispanics and Asians. Essential for equitable screening and treatment. Read more.
  • Infectious Diseases
uterine cancer
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/23/2023

Women Age 15-64 Years Experiencing Intimate Partner Violence More Likely to Contract HIV

IPV triples HIV risk, hampers viral suppression among women in sub-Saharan Africa. Addressing IPV is crucial for HIV epidemic control.
  • COVID-19
vaccines
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/22/2023

Racial/Ethnic Variation More Likely Seen in COVID-19 Vaccination Status in Children ages, 5-17

COVID-19 vaccination disparities persist in children. Tailored, culturally-sensitive strategies needed to boost coverage in Black communities. Explore effective interventions.
  • Cardiology
cancer
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/21/2023

In 300 Participants: Vascular Risk Factors Only Explain Part of Alzheimer Disease Risk for Blacks, Hispanics,

Socioeconomic factors, not just vascular risks, increase Alzheimer's vulnerability in Blacks, Hispanics. Address social determinants for effective care.
  • Cardiology
cardiovascular disease
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/19/2023

62% of Black Patients Fare Worse Than White Patients After Angioplasty, Stents

Black patients face 62% higher readmission, 45% higher mortality post-angioplasty. Addressing health equity and structural barriers is crucial. Read the full analysis to explore potential solutions.
  • COVID-19
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/18/2023

Homelessness Can More Than Double Odds of Fatal COVID-19

Homeless individuals in L.A. County face 2.35x higher COVID-19 mortality risk. Addressing housing could mitigate disparities. Read more.
  • General
screen time
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/17/2023

Homicide a Leading Cause of Death for Kids, Teens Rose 47.7%

Child homicide rates surged 47.7%; Black male teens most affected. Address systemic inequities to protect vulnerable populations. Explore full analysis for prevention strategies.
  • General
Minority children
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/13/2023

Minority Children Less Likely to Have Surgery Than White Children, in 1999-2018

Minority children face significant surgical access disparities, risking delayed care. Clinicians must address and monitor these inequities.
  • General
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/12/2023

In U.S., Minority Communities More Likely to Have Water Contaminated by Toxic Metals

Minority communities face higher water contamination by arsenic/uranium. Addressing these disparities is crucial for health equity. Explore regulatory implications.
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