The United States is still struggling with pregnancy health, according to a recent report. For the fourth year in a row, the country received a D+ grade. This means that one out of every 10 babies is born too early. In 2024, nearly 380, 000 babies were born prematurely. This rate is one of the highest among developed nations. Things are getting worse for some groups...
Recent findings reveal a concerning trend in the U. S. health care system. A significant number of Americans are struggling to access affordable and timely medical care. This issue is not just about money; it's also about the quality and availability of services. Many people are skipping necessary medical procedures due to high costs. Long wait times are also a majo...
Health insurers are pointing fingers at hospitals for using AI to boost their bills. They claim this is a big reason why their costs are going up. But is this really the whole story? Insurers are now using their own AI to fight back. They say hospitals are using AI to code and bill in ways that drive up prices. This is cutting into the insurers' profits. But maybe i...
Older caregivers are a vital part of society, but they face a significant digital divide. This issue is especially pronounced among Black caregivers, who are less likely to use the internet compared to their White counterparts. However, when they do have access to smart devices, they are more engaged with health-related apps. This disparity in internet usage is stri...
In Fayetteville, City Councilman Mario Benavente is known for his differing views on police and public safety. He recently raised concerns about the youth curfew and the disparity in traffic stops between Black and white drivers. During a recent council meeting, Police Chief Roberto Bryan Jr. presented data showing a decrease in overall crime but an increase in juve...
A recent study has uncovered a troubling trend: Americans are reading less for fun, and the gap between Black and white readers is widening. The research, published in iScience, looked at data from over 236, 000 people aged 15 and older, collected between 2003 and 2023, with 2020 excluded due to the pandemic. The findings show that while those who do read for pleasu...
Hospitals getting certified for stroke care is a big deal. It means they have the right tools and know-how to treat strokes better. But does this help all patients equally? That's the big question. Black and White patients might not be getting the same benefits from these certified stroke centers. Even though technology has improved, racial gaps in treatment persist...
People often talk about how race and money can affect health. But what about the impact of discrimination on having babies? This is a topic that hasn't been explored much. Research shows that racial and economic differences exist in fertility. But the link between facing discrimination and the ability to conceive is not well understood. This is a gap in knowledge th...
In New York City, a recent study looked at how police actions and violent crimes impact student attendance. The research used data from public schools over six years, from 2013 to 2019. It focused on two main things: arrests made by police and reported violent crimes. The study found something interesting. Arrests near schools were a strong predictor of student abse...
The link between severe maternal morbidity (SMM) and various factors is well-documented. These factors include the mother's background, the hospital where she delivers, and where she lives. However, the role these factors play in racial disparities within different insurance groups is not well understood. The focus is on Georgia, where data from 2016 to 2020 was anal...