Updated Guidance Addresses LGBTQ+ Elder Health
Recent changes to the Older Americans Act aim to improve LGBTQ+ elder health outcomes by removing barriers to care.
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Get Behind the Wheel
Drivers licensed at age 18 have the highest monthly crash rate of any age group in the first year after getting their license.
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The Intersection of Income Inequality and Child Maltreatment
When poor and marginalized communities have limited access to resources and community support, child maltreatment reports can increase.
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The Debt Trap
Persistent student loan debt may have long-term health consequences, including increased risk for cardiovascular disease and chronic stress.
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The Cost of Eviction
Pregnant people facing eviction had a higher risk of both low birth weight and preterm birth, with Black women experiencing the highest risk.
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Climate on the Menu
Marking items on fast food menus with positive and negative climate impact labels may be an effective way to reduce red-meat consumption.
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Air Pollution’s Effect on Athletic Performance
Collegiate runners’ repeated exposure to air pollutants, such as particulate matter and ozone, was associated with slower race times.
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Friends for Life
Increased loneliness and social isolation are associated with memory decline and an increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
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Mental Health Disparities and the COVID-19 Pandemic
The mental health toll of the COVID-19 pandemic has not been felt equally across racial and ethnic groups, with Hispanic adults reporting higher rates of psychological distress.
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Environmental Impact Impacts Unevenly
Neighborhood-level environmental factors, like exposure to industrial pollutants, led to increased pediatric ICU admissions for children with asthma.
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A New Approach to Rural Health Care
Policy changes at the local and federal level are needed to transition from the traditional focus on inpatient hospitals to rural health ecosystems that adapt to community needs.
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Felonies and Food
Formerly incarcerated adults had an 83% increase in food insecurity compared to those who have never been in prison.
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Providing Immediate Access to Recovery Resources
The Holyoke Early Access to Recovery and Treatment program launched in 2021 with the goal of providing same-day access to opioid use disorder treatment for any adult who appears before the court.
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