Young scholars take on health justice
Nov 12, 2020
A roundtable discussion brings out personal experiences with racism – and ideas for how to make the world better.
Health Disparities News
Structural racism is a driver of health disparities, report declares
Nov 10, 2020
A presidential advisory from the American Heart Association calls for action to dismantle structural racism as a cause of poor health.
Cardiac arrest deaths are rising – especially among younger Black adults
Nov 10, 2020
The cardiac arrest death rate decreased for more than a decade but is once more climbing, disproportionately impacting young Black adults.
Early menopause predicts early heart trouble for white women
Nov 10, 2020
White women who start menopause before age 40 are three times more likely to have heart problems before age 65 than those whose menopause begins later.
Physical activity could reduce heart disease deaths among American Indians
Nov 9, 2020
The most physically active American Indians had a lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease than the least physically active, says new research that also looked at inflammation's role.
Farming program delivers agricultural know-how and nutrition
Nov 4, 2020
The Urban Farming Institute in Boston grows vegetables and minds as it teaches people how to work the land and eat healthily.
Team Gemini gives disabled children something to cheer about
Oct 23, 2020
California student and former competitive cheerleader Presley LeGrande started a cheer program for all abilities.
How to fill the crucial need for more Black cardiologists
Oct 20, 2020
Mentors, networks and pipeline programs are all part of the mix in a nationwide effort to ease a critical shortage of Black cardiologists.
Belly fat may signal early heart issues for Mexican Americans
Oct 15, 2020
Excess fat deep in the belly leads to thickening of the arteries for Mexican Americans – but only those born in the United States.
Scenes of childhood hunger left lasting impression
Oct 12, 2020
Addressing food insecurity among students and promoting healthy living is the mission of University of Arizona student Lady Dorothy Elli.