Equity in organ transplantation: Are we there yet?
The Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) released its latest policy updates on July 13, 2023, that aimed to improve equity in liver allocation. This update improved
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Health Disparities
Ethics, equity and research
Individuals from minoritized groups suffer high disease burdens and would significantly benefit from equitable advances in scientific research. However, many are faced with barriers that
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Tipping the scale: How to make weight discussions more empathetic
On a beautiful Texas day, I settle in for a coaching appointment with my third patient of the day. As we discuss their success, obstacles
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Social Determinants Digest: Institutions and racial disparities over time
A closer look at how to explain racial disparities that persist over time and begin to better understand and combat structural racism.
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Black History Month Spotlight: Interview with Dr. Darius Dawson
Dr. Darius Dawson shared his dedication to improving the health of minority populations, a hint to his artistic side and much more.
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Healthcare and incarceration: How can providers help make the justice system more just?
Exploring how every healthcare worker has a role to play in improving the health effects of justice system involvement.
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Health disparities and COVID-19: Preparing for the second wave
Examining the indirect effects of COVID-19 on vulnerable communities and the need for national and institutional policy changes.
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Influencing health: How where we live, learn, work and play matters
Learn more about our new blog series focused on social determinants of health and their impact on health, quality-of-life, and risks.
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Equity in COVID-19: Who will have access to life-saving treatment?
Is treatment available? Can I afford it? These questions are universally asked by many people — from the 65-year-old Medicare recipient at the local pharmacy
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Racism is detrimental to our health
For the past two years, I’ve been leading a team committed to promoting anti-racism in medicine. We’ve traveled across the country to train healthcare professionals
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