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A recent study conducted by Temple University and Hunter College highlights the importance of building trust in underserved racial/ethnic minority communities for successful cancer awareness initiatives. The study focused on reducing cancer health disparities through community engagement and capacity building. The researchers employed community-based strategies to recruit a diverse cohort of participants, including Black, Asian, and Hispanic individuals with limited education and English proficiency. By prioritizing trust-building and open communication, the researchers successfully engaged underserved communities and laid the groundwork for targeted cancer prevention initiatives. The study emphasizes that trust is a dynamic and multi-dimensional process that is crucial for the success and sustainability of community-based partnerships. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the University of Gondar in Ethiopia examined the prevalence and spatial distribution of complete childhood pneumococcal conjugate vaccination in the country. The study found that approximately 53.94% of children aged twelve to thirty-five months received the full dose of the vaccine. Higher vaccination coverage was observed in certain regions, such as Addis Ababa and Tigray, while lower coverage was seen in regions like Afar and Somali. Factors such as maternal age, antenatal care visits, place of delivery, region, community women's literacy level, community poverty level, and community antenatal care utilization were identified as significant determinants of vaccination coverage. The study suggests that policies and strategies to combat pneumococcal disease should take these determinants into account and focus on areas with low vaccination coverage. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted in Uganda assessed the willingness and perceived ability to pay for a proposed National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme among informal sector workers in Iganga and Mayuge districts. The study found that the majority of respondents were willing to pay for the NHI, with a median willingness to pay of UGX 25,000 (USD 6.8) annually. Factors associated with willingness to pay included occupation, wealth quintile, awareness of health insurance, and membership in a savings group. While most participants were willing to pay, some expressed concerns about their ability to afford the scheme due to high poverty levels and unstable income. The study concludes that extending the NHI to the informal sector is viable, but awareness building and consideration of poverty levels in setting premiums are important. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene examined trends in HIV incidence among men who have sex with men (MSM) in relation to the scale-up of Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) initiatives. The study found that overall HIV incidence decreased from 2010 to 2018, but racial inequities in HIV incidence among MSM worsened over time. Black and Latino MSM had higher seroconversion rates compared to White MSM in the same age groups and neighborhood poverty levels. The researchers concluded that addressing structural factors that contribute to racial inequities in HIV risk should be a priority in EHE initiatives. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses a clinical trial called RESTORE, which aims to compare two strategies for reducing fractures and improving outcomes for fragility fractures. One strategy involves patient navigation and referral to a bone health provider, while the other involves patient and physician education. The trial also aims to determine how various factors influence the effectiveness of these strategies. The trial is not yet recruiting and is estimated to enroll 2634 participants. The article provides general information on the trial without specific details or findings. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia explored the effectiveness of a physical activity intervention program called Health Empowers You! in elementary schools in Georgia. The study found that the program was more effective in schools with higher levels of poverty, potentially reducing disparities in students' physical activity levels. The research was supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Ardmore Institute of Health, and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. The findings suggest that the Health Empowers You! intervention could be a valuable tool in promoting physical activity in lower-income schools. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Houston examined the utilization of immunotherapy for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in Texas before and after FDA approval. The study found that while immunotherapy has shown significant benefits for NSCLC, Texas ranks below the national average in access to treatment. The research also revealed that socioeconomic factors, such as poverty level and insurance status, influenced the likelihood of receiving immunotherapy. The findings highlight the need for state health policy reforms and tailored cancer care strategies to address these disparities. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from Kunming Medical University discusses the prevalence of school bullying and its negative psychological outcomes. The study analyzes the association between social poverty indicators and the prevalence of school bullying at the country level. The research finds that there is a statistically significant association between absolute poverty level and bullying victimization, particularly verbal bullying. The study suggests that addressing social poverty is important for implementing effective intervention strategies to combat school bullying. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides an overview of the various options for cervical preparation before second-trimester dilation and evacuation (D&E) procedures. It emphasizes the importance of cervical preparation to ensure safe and effective abortion procedures. The article discusses different methods, including the use of pharmacologic agents, osmotic dilators, and transcervical balloons, either alone or in combination. Factors such as gestational age, patient preference, and access to care should be considered when choosing the method of cervical preparation. The article also highlights the need for safe and accessible second-trimester abortion care, particularly in the face of increasing restrictions and barriers to access. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Children's Hospital Pittsburgh aimed to determine the socioeconomic and air-quality factors contributing to pediatric epistaxis, or nosebleeds. The study found that patients with allergic symptoms were more likely to experience re-bleeding, and those living in counties with higher levels of ozone pollution had a higher incidence of re-bleeding. Additionally, there was a correlation between the number of visits for re-bleeding and the percentage of residents below the poverty level. The researchers concluded that understanding the geographic background of patients with epistaxis may help guide treatment options. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare access and cardiovascular risk factor management among low-income and high-income working-age adults in the United States. The study found that while health insurance coverage and access to healthcare providers improved for both income groups in 2021 compared to 2019, routine outpatient visits and cardiovascular risk factor screening did not return to pre-pandemic levels. The researchers concluded that targeted strategies are needed to protect healthcare access and improve cardiovascular risk factor screening for working-age adults as pandemic-related safety net policies come to an end. [Extracted from the article]

A new report presents fresh data on the relationship between poverty, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the United States. The study found that non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic individuals experiencing poverty and diagnosed with hypertension had a higher prevalence of CVD compared to their non-Hispanic White counterparts. Additionally, age, hypertension, poverty, smoking, and weight were identified as significant predictors of CVD morbidity across all racial and ethnic groups. The findings suggest that interventions, policies, and research should address the impact of poverty and hypertension on CVD among specific racial and ethnic populations. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, found that virtual interviews for surgery residency programs may provide more opportunities for applicants from underrepresented backgrounds and lower socioeconomic statuses. The researchers compared the geographic reach of applicants during in-person and virtual interviews and found that there was no difference in overall geographic reach. However, virtual interviews were associated with increased geographic reach for applicants from underrepresented backgrounds and lower socioeconomic statuses. This study suggests that virtual interviews during the COVID-19 pandemic may have benefits for increasing diversity in surgery residency programs. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center examined the risk of chronic health conditions in lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) survivors of adolescent and young adult cancers. The study found that LGB survivors were more likely to have chronic health conditions compared to both LGB individuals without a history of cancer and heterosexual survivors. Additionally, LGB survivors were more likely to have lower incomes and be unmarried. These findings highlight the need for further research and support for LGB cancer survivors. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of California examined the association between food insecurity and breast cancer screening adherence in low-income women in California. The study found that food insecurity was inversely associated with being up-to-date with breast cancer screening. The researchers suggest that interventions addressing both food insecurity and breast cancer screening could help improve screening rates among low-income women. This study highlights the need to address breast cancer screening disparities in this population. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) examined access to Chimeric Antigen T-Cell Receptor (CAR-T) therapies for patients with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) in the catchment area of Oregon. The study found that while CAR-T therapies are available for patients with advanced disease, access to these therapies is reported to be inequitable across different sociodemographic populations. The study also highlighted the importance of considering social determinants of health when implementing CAR-T therapy programs to ensure access for all patients. Additionally, participation in clinical trials may expand access to CAR-T therapies, especially for patients for whom commercial products are less available. [Extracted from the article]

To determine whether county-level adoption of SBHCs was associated with access, utilization, and health among children from low-income families and to measure reductions in income-based disparities." Keywords for this news article include: University of Maryland, Dentistry, Economics, Poverty Level, Health and Medicine. Keywords: Dentistry; Economics; Health and Medicine; Poverty Level EN Dentistry Economics Health and Medicine Poverty Level 6992 6992 1 10/03/23 20231006 NES 231006 2023 OCT 6 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators publish new report on agriculture. [Extracted from the article]

There were no food insecurity disparities between immigrants and U.S. born citizens when they utilized the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and when they had an income below 200% federal poverty level. According to the news editors, the research concluded: "Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program utilization may likely eliminate food insecurity disparities among immigrants and U.S. born citizens. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Diet and Nutrition; Economics; Epidemiology; Frontiers; Health and Medicine; Poverty Level; Risk and Prevention EN Diet and Nutrition Economics Epidemiology Frontiers Health and Medicine Poverty Level Risk and Prevention 65 65 1 08/21/23 20230821 NES 230821 2023 AUG 21 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Diabetes Week -- Between 7% and 15% of people in North America, between 5% and 9% of people in Europe, and between 1% and 5% of people in Asia suffer from kidney stones. Positive association between added sugars and kidney stones The researchers showed that after adjusting for these factors, the percentage of energy intake from added sugars was positively and consistently correlated with kidney stones. [Extracted from the article]

According to the news reporters, the research concluded: "We found that lacking health insurance, having Medicaid insurance, using public transportation, and income below the poverty level were most strongly associated with higher-than-expected STI incidence. Having employer health insurance was most strongly associated with lower-than-expected STI incidence and having Medicaid insurance, no health insurance, using public transportation, and income below the poverty level were most strongly associated with higher-than-expected STI incidence. Keywords: Economics; Health Insurance; Health Policy; Health and Medicine; Infectious Diseases and Conditions; Medicaid; Medicare and Medicaid; Poverty Level; Public Transportation; Transportation EN Economics Health Insurance Health Policy Health and Medicine Infectious Diseases and Conditions Medicaid Medicare and Medicaid Poverty Level Public Transportation Transportation 1610 1610 1 07/31/23 20230731 NES 230731 2023 AUG 4 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health Insurance Week -- Research findings on infectious diseases and conditions are discussed in a new report. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Burn Care; Burn Care Research; Burn Injury; Burn Medicine; Economics; Health and Medicine; Hospitals; Medical Devices; Poverty Level; Psychosocial EN Burn Care Burn Care Research Burn Injury Burn Medicine Economics Health and Medicine Hospitals Medical Devices Poverty Level Psychosocial 363 363 1 05/15/23 20230515 NES 230515 2023 MAY 21 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Current study results on burn care research have been published. Burn Care, Burn Care Research, Burn Injury, Burn Medicine, Economics, Health and Medicine, Hospitals, Medical Devices, Poverty Level, Psychosocial. [Extracted from the article]

Economics, Health Policy, Health and Medicine, Medicaid, Medicare, Medicare and Medicaid, Poverty Level Keywords: Economics; Health Policy; Health and Medicine; Medicaid; Medicare; Medicare and Medicaid; Poverty Level EN Economics Health Policy Health and Medicine Medicaid Medicare Medicare and Medicaid Poverty Level 70 70 1 04/24/23 20230428 NES 230428 2023 APR 30 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health Insurance Week -- A new study on agriculture is now available. [Extracted from the article]

Economics, Health and Medicine, Obstetrics, Poverty Level, Reproductive Health, Women's Health Keywords: Economics; Health and Medicine; Obstetrics; Poverty Level; Reproductive Health; Women's Health EN Economics Health and Medicine Obstetrics Poverty Level Reproductive Health Women's Health 485 485 1 04/24/23 20230425 NES 230425 2023 APR 27 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Women's Health Weekly -- Data detailed on agriculture have been presented. [Extracted from the article]

We recommend that health agencies at the state and federal levels allocate more resources for individuals with disabilities to mitigate health disparities between those with and without disabilities." Keywords: Adolescence; Economics; Health and Medicine; Poverty Level; Public Health EN Adolescence Economics Health and Medicine Poverty Level Public Health 6896 6896 1 04/03/23 20230407 NES 230407 2023 APR 7 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- A new study on public health is now available. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, North and Central America, Economics, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health and Medicine, Legal Issues, Medicaid, Medicare and Medicaid, Poverty Level, Risk and Prevention, University of North Carolina. State:North Carolina, Chapel Hill, United States, North and Central America, Economics, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health and Medicine, Legal Issues, Medicaid, Medicare and Medicaid, Poverty Level, Risk and Prevention Keywords: Chapel Hill; State:North Carolina; United States; North and Central America; Economics; Epidemiology; Health Policy; Health and Medicine; Legal Issues; Medicaid; Medicare and Medicaid; Poverty Level; Risk and Prevention EN Chapel Hill State:North Carolina United States North and Central America Economics Epidemiology Health Policy Health and Medicine Legal Issues Medicaid Medicare and Medicaid Poverty Level Risk and Prevention 2023 MAR 10 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health Insurance Week -- Current study results on Health and Medicine - Epidemiology have been published. [Extracted from the article]

Using linear regression, we assessed the association between county-level HPV vacci-nation initiation and UTD rates for 11-year-olds to 12-year-olds in Florida (collected from the Florida SHOTS immunization registry) and county-level variables. While Florida county-level HPV vaccine initiation rates among 11-year-olds to 12 -year-olds varied by county in 2019, UTD rates remained universally low despite recommenda-tions." Keywords: Gainesville; State:Florida; United States; North and Central America; Biological Products; Economics; Health and Medicine; Immunization; Poverty Level; Vaccines EN Gainesville State:Florida United States North and Central America Biological Products Economics Health and Medicine Immunization Poverty Level Vaccines 2023 MAR 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health Insurance Week -- New research on Immunization - Vaccines is the subject of a report. [Extracted from the article]

Black patients with secondary hyperparathyroidism due to end-stage renal disease are more likely to undergo parathyroidectomy with shorter intervals between dialysis initiation and para-thyroidectomy." Keywords: Baltimore; State:Maryland; United States; North and Central America; Dialysis; Economics; Endocrine System Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine; Hyperparathyroidism; Kidney; Nephrology; Parathyroid Diseases and Conditions; Parathyroidectomy; Poverty Level; Secondary Hyperparathyroidism; Surgery EN Baltimore State:Maryland United States North and Central America Dialysis Economics Endocrine System Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine Hyperparathyroidism Kidney Nephrology Parathyroid Diseases and Conditions Parathyroidectomy Poverty Level Secondary Hyperparathyroidism Surgery 2023 FEB 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Current study results on Parathyroid Diseases and Conditions - Secondary Hyperparathyroidism have been published. [Extracted from the article]