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Oct 20 2025HEALTH

Why Maternal Health in the U. S. is a Growing Concern

In the U. S. , many expectant mothers face serious health risks. Sadly, most of these issues could be avoided with better care. There are many reasons why this is happening. Some groups, like racial minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities, have a harder time getting the help they need. This is unfair and needs to change. The system is broken. T...

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Do Doctors Talk Differently to Patients of Different Races?

Think about this: some people believe that how doctors talk to patients might depend on the patient's race or ethnicity. This could be a big deal, right? So, researchers checked out a bunch of studies to see if there's any truth to this. They found a mix of results. Most studies said doctors talk the same to everyone, no matter their race. But a few studies said Blac...

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