Public Health

  • General
Urban
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/12/2023

In Some U.S. Urban Areas, Men Age 18-29 Face Higher Gun Death Rate Than in Wartime

Young Black and Hispanic men in urban areas face higher gun death rates than wartime soldiers. Prioritize trauma-informed violence reduction.
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology
disparities
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/10/2023

Type 1 Diabetes: Racial, Socioeconomic Disparities in Insulin Pump Use

Racial, socioeconomic disparities persist in insulin pump use, impacting diabetes management in underserved populations. Explore strategies to bridge these gaps.
  • General
geriatric
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/09/2023

Colorectal Cancer: Blacks More Likely to Undergo Emergency Surgery, in 23%

Black patients face 5.8% higher emergency surgery risk, worsening colorectal outcomes. Improve pre-surgery care. Explore full study implications.
  • Cardiology
atherosclerosis
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/06/2023

Black Patients Less Likely to Undergo Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery from 2014-2019

Black patients less likely to undergo MIMVS, face higher complications. Address access inequities to improve outcomes. Read more.
  • COVID-19
covid-19 vaccinations
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/05/2023

COVID-19 Vaccinations Bests Natural Immunity for Cutting Death, Hospitalizations

Vaccination reduces COVID-19-related hospitalizations, mortality more than natural immunity, impacting Black patients' outcomes. Read full study for implications.
  • Oncology
neck cancer
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 01/04/2023

Outcomes Worse for 468 Black Patients With Head, Neck Cancer in Clinical Trials

Black patients with head, neck cancer have worse outcomes in trials, highlighting disparities. Explore implications for treatment strategies.
  • HIV/AIDS
HIV
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 12/31/2022

HIV Prevention: Recommendations Updated for Treatment, in 2022

Updated HIV guidelines emphasize early ART initiation, comorbidity management, and equitable access. Explore implications for your patient care.
  • General
racism
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 12/29/2022

Black Patients More Likely to Be Advised Against Brain Tumor Surge from 1975-2016

Black patients face higher odds of non-surgical recommendations for brain tumors, indicating potential bias. Explore unconscious bias impacts and solutions.
  • Cardiology
colon cancer
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 12/29/2022

Higher Risk For 90 Days Mortality: Black Patients Have Worse Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Outcomes

Black patients face higher 90-day PCI readmission and mortality. Addressing economic and clinical disparities is crucial. Read full analysis.
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology
ketoacidosis
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 12/25/2022

Insulin Pumps Ease Diabetes Care, Grew to 46% In Black Patients. So Why Less Likely to Get One?

Insulin pump use in Black patients lags due to disparities. Addressing socioeconomic barriers can enhance diabetes management. Explore full study findings.
  • Men’s Health
Homicides
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 12/25/2022

Gun Homicides Rose Sharply, Jumped 39% During Pandemic, Black Men Most Affected

Gun deaths rose 39% during the pandemic, disproportionately affecting Black men. Prioritize gun violence as a national health issue.
  • Public Health
trauma patients
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 12/22/2022

Disaggregation of Race and Ethnicity Group Data Research-to-Practice Issues in Clinical Environments

Disaggregating race/ethnicity data is essential for precision-guided therapy, addressing disparities in Black patients' chronic disease outcomes. Read more.
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