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6 Big Questions on CDC’s New BMI Charts to Measure Severe Obesity in ChildrenThe CDC recently revised Body Mass Index (BMI) charts for children to help healthcare providers better track growth in children and identify “severe obesity.” Before the update, BMI…
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New Resource Available to Act Against Racism
Since late 2020, the Collaborative for Anti-Racism and Equity (CARE) , including Salud America!, has worked to promote racial equity and declare racism a public health crisis. Part of CARE’s work is providing…
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A New Year’s Resolution for Physicians: Improving Communication with PatientsHave you ever had a conversation with a doctor that left you feeling confused? These situations can be frustrating, especially when it hurts your health. Unfortunately, poor doctor-patient communication is…
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Comente Ahora: ¡Apoye los Cambios en los Alimentos de WIC!Usted puede comentar ahora sobre las nuevas revisiones del paquete de alimentos del Programa Especial de Nutrición Complementaria para Mujeres, Bebés y Niños (WIC por sus siglas en inglés), propuestas por el…
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When Sharing Isn’t Caring
We use a lot of shared devices and equipment in healthcare. But these devices and equipment are all surfaces that can have germs on them. Because healthcare workers use and share devices and equipment many times…
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Make Quitting Smoking Part of Your New Year’s ResolutionsThe 2023 New Year brings about new resolutions for many hoping to adopt a healthier lifestyle like eating healthier or exercising more. Quitting smoking could help, too. With several health problems stemming…
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New Year, Same Concerns: Why Racism is Still a Public Health Crisis in 2023
As we begin a new year, it’s important to take a step back and appreciate our achievements. But it’s also critical to recognize our shortcomings – especially in public health, which affects everyone.…
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#SaludTues 1/10/2023: American Roads Shouldn’t be this Dangerous
More Americans died in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2021 than any other year since 2005, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). These are violent and tragic deaths.…
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Nearly Half of US States Are Failing Mothers and BabiesIt’s no secret that maternal and infant health in the US needs massive improvement. As 2022 comes to a close, this year’s March of Dimes Report Card for maternal and infant health is yet another indication of…
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COVID-19 Update: Clinical Guidance and Patient Education for Bivalent COVID-19 VaccinesCOVID-19 vaccination provides protection against serious illness and outcomes associated with COVID-19, including emergency department or urgent care visits, hospitalizations, and death. Bivalent…
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