#health-equity

#health-equity

Scientific organizations must advocate more actively for vulnerable populations amid reduced funding and political challenges.

The KYHH program enhances cardiovascular health in underserved communities through risk assessments and education led by Feinberg medical students.

NUDOCS program provides Northwestern undergraduates with hands-on healthcare experience through mentorship, workshops, and shadowing opportunities, focusing on health equity.

Congress passed a continuing resolution extending key healthcare provisions, including telehealth, through September 30, but further efforts are needed for permanent access.

New York children now have continuous health coverage from birth until six, enhancing healthcare access and equity.

AI in healthcare has the potential to address inequities and improve care in underserved populations.

AI has the potential to revolutionize neuroscience, but ethical considerations regarding data usage and privacy are crucial.

Without oversight, AI in healthcare may worsen existing inequities.

The African American Transplant Access Program aims to reduce barriers to transplants for Black patients, improving access and health outcomes.

Autism prevalence has dramatically increased from 2011-2022, confirming earlier reports.

Racial, ethnic, and gender disparities in autism diagnosis may be reducing.

A new saliva test for prostate cancer may lead to earlier diagnoses, especially for Black men historically excluded from similar tests.

New guidelines recommend early prostate cancer screening for Black men due to significantly higher risks.