Disparities Identified in Risk of COVID-19 Among Race, Household Income
Researchers sought to identify disparities in risk to prevent, identify, and treat COVID-19-related severe illness and limit diverging outcomes for vulnerable subgroups.
Health Disparities
Adult obesity possible for about 50% of today’s children
Adult obesity by age of 35 is likely in about 57% of today’s children.
Oxybenzone in lotion linked to dermatological, environmental toxicity
Oxybenzone, found in sunscreens and other products, has harmful dermatological and environmental effects.
Healthcare issues of the LGBT community: What the primary care clinician should know
A greater understanding of the healthcare issues specific to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community may improve the quality of care.
Rates of asthma, ADHD increasing among children living in poverty
Rates of chronic conditions are on the rise in children, and children living in poverty have a higher risk of ADHD and asthma, compared with wealthier children.
Tarrytown, my Tarrytown: a trip to the New York State Society of PAs conference
The NYSSPA conference in Tarrytown, N.Y. offered several panels addressing racial health disparities in a quaint location.
Honoring the pioneers of the PA profession
As the PA profession continues to grow, new PAs should honor the dedication of the pioneers who came before them.
Experts call for public health initiatives, not personalized medicine
To improve public health in the United States, initiatives need to focus on addressing health inequalities and social factors.
Vitamin D and improved sleep in African-Americans
Maintaining healthy vitamin D levels may benefit sleep and cardiovascular health in African-American patients.
Prescription use common in pregnant women with Medicaid
Pregnant women enrolled in Medicaid are commonly prescribed a variety of prescription medications.
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