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Why Don’t Latinos Enroll in Clinical Trials?
Clinical trials are the most safe, rigorous way of testing for new and more effective disease treatments. Although Latinos comprise 18.9% of the US population, they make up just 10% of participants in…
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Inhale, Exhale: How Germs Spread from The Respiratory System
It’s easy to take breathing for granted. But we should know exactly what the respiratory system is and how it can play a role in germs spreading in healthcare. This part of the body can be separated into two…
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7 Steps to Eliminating Racial Disparities in Healthcare
Latinos and other people of color face heavy burdens of cancer, diabetes, and more. These disparities are driven by systemic racism and discrimination that make it harder for people of color than their White…
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Study: Processed Food May Increase Colorectal Cancer Risk
We’re all busy with the hustle and bustle of life. It’s tempting to grab fast food or buy ready-to-eat food to avoid cooking after a long day. But choosing those ultra-processed foods may cost you more than…
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Message to Clinicians - Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir (Paxlovid)
A special message on nirmatrelvir/ritonavir (Paxlovid) to clinicians from CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, MD, MPH
This video can also be…
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When To Apply Infection Control Actions
Infection control keeps germs from spreading and making people sick. Infection control actions are based on recognizing the risks for germs to spread. But what is that risk? We know that germs are found in…
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Comment Now: Support the WIC Food Changes!
You can comment now on the USDA’s new proposed revisions to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) food packages that aim to improve nutrition and promote and support…
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Tucson VA addresses Veteran food insecurity
Tucson’s Southern Arizona VA Patriot Pantry supports Veteran food insecurity with emergency food provisions and is a bridge to other community food resources for Veteran patients.
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2022-2023 Seasonal Influenza Testing & Treatment During COVID-19 Pandemic
During this COCA Call, presenters discussed post-COVID conditions (PCC) (Long COVID or post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection). PCC is an umbrella term for the range of health consequences that are present…
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5 Ways to Practice Healthy Social Media Habits
Social media plays a large role in society today. People use Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Tik Tok and many other platforms as daily sources for education, entertainment, work, and more. However,…
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