Why Don’t All Americans Have Paid Sick Leave?
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of paid sick leave (PSL) policies in the workforce. Unfortunately, 21% of America’s working populat…
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What Does ‘Food Equity’ Look Like in Your Neighborhood?
A nutritious diet is essential for good health. But many vulnerable populations, such as Latinos, struggle to access and afford healthy food. To help,…
#SaludTues Tweetchat 4/4: Are Latinos Fairly Represented in Racial Equity News?
Latinos face a variety of inequities that contribute to poor health, including disproportionate rates of police brutality, homelessness, and financial…
The State of Latino Sleep
The average adult should sleep about 7-10 hours a day. But a person may get more (or less) sleep depending on the season, according to a recent study …
Dr. Amelie Ramirez Named to the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame
Dr. Amelie Ramirez, leader of Salud America! at UT Health San Antonio, is among 15 new inductees to the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame. Since 1984…
A Renters Bill of Rights: What Could it Mean for Latinos?
In January 2023, the Biden-Harris administration released a Blueprint for a Renters Bill of Rights. The purpose of the blueprint is to support a well-…
South Texas Scientists Link Obesity to Alzheimer’s Gene
Researchers from UT Health San Antonio have tied obesity to with 21 Alzheimer’s disease-related genes. In analyzing 74 Alzheimer’s-related genes f…
Project Firstline Releases Spanish-Language Educational Content
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Project Firstline has expanded its Spanish translation of infection control resources. This c…
Comment Now: Online Food Shopping for WIC Participants!
The USDA is proposing to make online food shopping an option for families in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Childr…
Study: Community Health Workers Can Help Address Heart Health Disparities
Studies show that community health workers (CHWs) can help address a variety of health disparities in vulnerable populations, such as Latinos. A new s…