Early-Onset Pancreatic Cancer Increased in White and Hispanic Women
Researchers examined trends of early- and late-onset pancreatic cancer across different sex and racial and ethnic groups in the US.
Health Disparity
Eating Red Meat May Up Colorectal Cancer Risk in Black Women
Intake of unprocessed red meat associated with 33% increased risk for colorectal cancer per 100 g/day in Black women.
Tailored Cognitive Therapy Helps Black Women With Insomnia Symptoms
Researchers sought to compare the efficacy of a standard version of an internet-delivered CBT-I program, a culturally tailored version, and a sleep education control at improving insomnia symptoms.
AHA Outlines Strategies to Improve Nutrition Security in the US
While food insecurity is a leading public health issue, research shows that nutrition security may be a better target for disease prevention strategies.
Screening Tool Combats Food Insecurity and Pediatric Obesity
The aim of the study was to identify individuals with food insecurity and establish processes to refer patients and families to federal and community resources.
Robots Used to Engage Seniors in Activities
GAPNA reviews 3 studies on transitioning from skilled nursing care to home care, the use of robots to engage seniors in activities, and the need for more training to care for LGBTQI seniors.
Wearable Devices May Be Less Effective for Tracking Heart Rate in Patients With Darker Skin Tones
Authors of a systematic review report on the impact of race and/or skin tone on the effectiveness of consumer wearable technology to measure heart rate and rhythm.
Underrepresentation of Black and African Americans in RCTs for Lipid Lowering Therapies
Researchers sought to determine rates of reporting and representation of Non-Hispanic Black and African American patients in RCTs for lipid lowering therapies.
Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Outcomes of HIV Care, Mental Health
Researchers conducted a study that assessed how the COVID-19 pandemic affected outcomes of HIV care, including outpatient visits, HIV viral load surveillance, virologic suppression, and mental health encounters.
Testing, Treatment Initiations for Hepatitis C Decreased During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In this study, researchers assessed the nationwide rate of testing and treatment initiations for hepatitis C virus infection in the United States following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic through the end of 2020.
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