Survey: Half of Health Care Workers Say Patient Discrimination is a Major Problem
Half of all health care workers believe racism against patients is a major problem or crisis, according to a new study by The Commonwealth Fund and th…
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ADHS Celebrates Black History Month
Throughout the month of February, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and the rest of the nation celebrates Black History Month. During t…
Force for Health Hero Spotlight: Advancing the Dream with Larry Starks in Tucson, Arizona
Advancing the Dream: Tucson Juneteenth Festival and Community Commitment Introduction: In a recent interview with Larry Starks, the President of Tucson Juneteenth and Omega Phi…
Conquering Cancer in Uganda: Call for Citizen Action
Source: Ministry of Health, Republic of Uganda By Komugisa Shalom and Oyera Annabel. Kampala – 1st February 2024- In a bold move to curb the rising tide…
Latino Parents Worried about Teen Social Media Use, Urge Policy Safeguards
Social media has become a part of everyday life and routine, especially for young Latinos. While social media can offer supportive communiti…
Stormee Williams: Helping Screen Families for Social Needs in Dallas
At her annual wellness visit, Dr. Stormee Williams filled out a digital questionnaire that asked about her need for help with housing, transportation,…
Apply Now: Use New Public Polling on Health Equity in Your Own Research!
Several months ago, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Center for Health Justice sought public responses on important health equity i…
Love is Respect: Working to promote awareness of healthy and safe relationships
The keys to teen dating violence prevention are awareness and early intervention. This includes teaching teens and preteens healthy relationship skill…
Measles Exposure in Maricopa County Highlights the Need for Continued Vaccination
Earlier this week, the Maricopa Department of Public Health (MCDPH) identified a confirmed exposure of measles from an international traveler in Maric…
Apply Now: Research Chronic Disease in the Latino Community!
The Healthy Americas Foundation (HAF) is giving a few scholars funding to research chronic diseases in Latino communities with help from the All of Us…
