Articles tagged with Racial Differences
Advanced or metastatic cancers often go without tumor genomic testing, with those from low-income backgrounds facing longer wait times. JAMA Network Open highlights the need for targeted healthcare policies to bridge these gaps.
A Rice University study explores the diversity of Black perspectives on race relations, identifying racial realism as one of several distinct outlooks documented in survey data. Roughly a third of surveyed Black adults maintained negative views of race relations before and after Obama's election, linking it to awareness of stereotypes ...
A cross-sectional analysis found significant delays in treatment initiation for early-onset colorectal cancer in all-urban populations, with young male, Asian or Pacific Islander, Black, or Hispanic patients disproportionately affected. These delays, exceeding 90 days, challenge assumptions of uniformly timely access in urban settings.
A cross-sectional study documents persistent racial disparities in food insecurity over 23 years, with smaller disparities among SNAP-participating households. The study highlights the need for targeted policies to address food insecurity and its intersectional effects.
The study found excess adiposity remained highly prevalent among US youths in 2024, with certain racial and ethnic subgroups affected more. The prevalence of severe obesity was also higher for these subgroups.
A cohort study of 47,000 adults found that males had a 63% greater risk of all-cause mortality compared to females after adjusting for demographic and behavioral factors. The study suggests intrinsic biological factors, such as sex hormones or immune response, may contribute to these sex differences in mortality.
Non-Hispanic white births now constitute less than half of US births, while Hispanic births exceed one-fourth. These shifts reflect declining fertility across most groups, contrasted with immigration trends and younger ages among Hispanic women that sustain overall birth rates.
The study analyzed US state-level adult obesity prevalence from 1990 to 2022, showing a significant increase to 42.5% by 2022 and forecasted to 46.9% by 2035. Disparities in obesity rates vary substantially by race and ethnicity.
A cohort study found that Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act was associated with lower overall mortality among women with breast cancer aged 40-64. The benefits of expanded coverage were uneven, highlighting persistent disparities in healthcare access for certain populations.
A cohort study of St. Louis adults found that heightened cumulative lifespan stress and elevated inflammation were associated with shorter survival among Black participants. The findings highlight the need for policies addressing structural racism and treatments reducing inflammation to reduce mortality disparities.
This study found that universal pre-kindergarten may help mitigate racial and ethnic disparities in child protective services involvement. Reductions in child neglect associated with UPK could benefit children's health and well-being in the short- and long-term.
From 2022 to 2025, US counties saw a population-level decline in child poverty rates overall. However, Black and Hispanic children continued to experience disproportionately higher poverty rates compared to white children.
A population-based cohort study found that U.S.-born individuals had significantly higher odds of infant mortality, particularly among full-term births. Sudden unexpected infant death was a major contributor to these disparities, highlighting the need for investigation into underlying factors contributing to these disparities.
A population-based study found that US preterm birth rates have increased among low-income households, with racial disparities exacerbating the issue. The study highlights the need to address racism in reducing preterm birth disparities.
A new study from Mass General Brigham found that the Brain Care Score is a strong predictor of stroke across different racial groups in the US. Higher scores indicate healthier behaviors and lower risk of age-related brain diseases, including stroke.
The study found a positive shift in the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) among U.S. children between 2016 and 2023, with an increase in individuals reporting 0 ACEs and a decrease in severe ACEs. This trend suggests a reduction in severe ACEs among specific racial and ethnic groups and low-income families.
A US cohort study from 2012-2021 found persistent disparities in cesarean births by race and ethnicity, with non-Hispanic Black individuals facing increased risks. The study highlights the need for quality improvement efforts to address structural racism and reduce unnecessary cesarean births.
A population-based study found that county-level access to maternity care inversely associated with infant mortality risk. The study highlights racial and ethnic disparities in mortality risk between full-access and no-access counties among white infants only.
Premature mortality among adults aged 18-64 increased by over 27% between 2012 and 2022, with racial disparities widening substantially. Despite contributing to Medicare, Black individuals are less likely to live long enough to reach the qualifying age for coverage, resulting in unrealized benefits.
A new USC study identified five genes linked to aggressive prostate cancer in people of African descent, including ATM, BRCA2, CHEK2, HOXB13 and PALB2. The researchers developed a method combining genetic risk scores with family history and specific variant presence for personalized monitoring and treatment strategies.
A direct-to-patient digital health intervention increased lung cancer screening rates compared to enhanced usual care. The study's findings suggest that such interventions could improve lung cancer screening across diverse populations and healthcare settings.
A cohort study found that 40% of GLP-1RA orders were not filled, with lower rates among Non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic patients. These disparities may be attributed to differences in insurance coverage, GLP-1RA use, or cost thresholds.
The study found that eliminating race-conscious admissions led to a decline in medical school diversity, threatening progress toward healthcare equity. Medical schools must explore alternative admissions strategies to address structural barriers and maintain diversity.
A cross-sectional study of primary care patients found significant disparities in patient-portal message responsiveness by race and ethnicity, insurance type, and preferred language. Slower response times at underserved practice settings contributed to these disparities.
The study reveals racial and ethnic disparities in occupational health, emphasizing the importance of addressing both concentration and within-occupation disparities. The findings suggest that targeted interventions can reduce health inequities among workers.
This study highlights racial and ethnic disparities in percutaneous coronary intervention, with the largest disparity occurring when patients initially present to PCI-capable hospitals. Racial disparities persisted throughout the care process, affecting patients' receipt of PCI.
A cross-sectional study found that prenatal depression diagnosis and moderate to severe depression symptoms differ by maternal nativity and racial/ethnic background. Non-U.S.-born mothers tend to have better neonatal outcomes, but this association may not hold true for prenatal mental health conditions.
A retrospective cohort study found that children of racial and ethnic minority groups receiving CPR had higher odds of in-hospital mortality. Additionally, the odds of in-hospital mortality among children receiving CPR were higher at hospitals with the highest proportion of Black patients.
A study by Northwestern University found that Black adults are hospitalized for heart failure at age 60.1, while white adults are hospitalized at age 73.6. The gap is largely attributed to differences in insurance, unemployment, and education levels.
A new study by Cornell researchers found that VC interest in Black-founded startups peaked after BLM protests, but funding was short-lived. Black-owned startups raised only about a third as much funding as similar non-Black owned startups, even when comparing similar businesses in the same industry, year and state.
A cross-sectional study found that Asian, Black, and Hispanic transgender beneficiaries have high prevalence of cardiovascular conditions. These disparities are attributed to the intersection of gender, race, and ethnicity, highlighting the need for targeted support.
A rapid increase in diabetes technology adoption led to improved glycemic control among type 1 diabetes patients, yet racial and socioeconomic disparities persisted. Notable racial and ethnic differences grew over time, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.
A cross-sectional study found that white populations use more prescription drugs than Asian or Pacific Islander and Hispanic populations. After adjusting for age and disease prevalence, Black populations have lower prescription fill rates compared to the overall population average.
A recent study found that policies aimed at increasing breast density screening coverage have limited effectiveness in improving early detection rates among Black women. The study suggests that these policies may not address the unique health needs of this population.
A cohort study found that stroke center certification decreases racial disparities in treatment for white patients within the same hospital, but such disparities remain for Black patients. This suggests continued systemic inequalities in stroke care settings.
A study assessing the Enhanced Primary Care Diabetes model found that Black patients were less likely to meet diabetes care goals, despite more frequent nurse touchpoints. Younger age, insulin use, and fewer initial medication counts were associated with slower progress.
A recent study analyzed data from community health centers in the US between 2012-2020, finding that U.S.-born Latinos have significantly higher obesity rates compared to foreign-born Latino and non-Hispanic White youth. The researchers noted a trend of increasing obesity prevalence over time across all three groups.
A recent study by JAMA Network Open reveals racial differences in care quality among men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer. Black men had lower odds of overtreatment, suggesting better care, while having lower odds of confirmatory testing on active surveillance, indicating worse care.
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open found that glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) treatment was associated with reduced all-cause mortality among older patients with cancer and type 2 diabetes. The survival benefit persisted across various subgroups, including age, sex, and cancer type.
This study found that Black and Hispanic children were disproportionately hospitalized for COVID-19 and experienced severe disease compared to white and Asian or Pacific Islander children. Children with underlying medical conditions from these groups also had a higher proportion of hospitalizations.
Life expectancy in California remained lower in 2024 than in 2019, with COVID-19 accounting for a deficit of 12.8%. The gap between racial groups narrowed, but life expectancy in the Black population was still significantly lower than others.
A cross-sectional study revealed racial disparities in COVID-19 treatment, with targeted interventions like expanding rapid test access and virtual care potentially improving equity. The findings suggest that encounter-level factors, such as differences in diagnostic test type and site of care, contribute to these inequities.
Access to buprenorphine and naltrexone for opioid use disorder is affected by race and ethnicity, as well as insurance type. Targeted interventions, including culturally tailored care and expanded access points, are needed to address disparities and reduce inequities contributing to the overdose crisis.
A cross-sectional study of 23,000 adolescents found significant racial and ethnic disparities in mental health service use among minority groups. Adolescents from minority groups were less likely to receive mental health visits or psychotropic medications, underscoring the importance of improving access for these populations.
A cross-sectional study reveals high medical school attrition among lesbian, gay, and bisexual students, particularly those of Hispanic background. Discrimination within training environments may contribute to these disparities.
A major randomized clinical trial highlights potential long-term heart health benefits of stress-reducing meditation practice. The study found a 65% relative risk reduction in cardiovascular events over a 5-year period among those who practiced Transcendental Meditation.
A cross-sectional study found elevated rates of severe maternal morbidity among marginalized racial and ethnic groups with planned cesarean births. The study emphasizes the need for interventions to improve quality of care and promote equity for this population.
A recent study found that rural location and racial segregation significantly impact primary care access in Virginia, with nearly half of the state's census tracts lacking adequate physicians within a 30-minute drive. Racial segregation and rurality were strongly associated with reduced access to primary care physicians.
A cross-sectional study analyzing over 18,000 clinical notes found notable disparities in stigmatizing and positive language documentation across racial and ethnic groups. The study highlights the need for improved documentation practices to reduce stigmatizing language use.
A meta-analysis reveals significant racial and ethnic disparities in the reporting of race and ethnicity in clinical trials for pharmacotherapy of mental disorders. The study underscores the importance of equitable recruitment and reporting in clinical trials to ensure inclusive representation of diverse populations.
A cohort study of 1,787 adults found significant differences in hearing loss prevalence among white male individuals (highest) and Black female individuals (lowest). The study highlights the importance of tailored interventions to reduce hearing loss risk across populations.
This study found a decline in racial and ethnic disparities in receipt of ERBB2-targeted therapies among older Medicare beneficiaries with ERBB2-positive breast cancer. The narrowing of disparities may be attributed to changes in healthcare practices or policies over time.
Despite slight increase in prescriptions between 2021 and 2024, only 3% of eligible patients received a prescription. Disparities were found based on race, ethnicity, social vulnerability, and urbanicity, with small but significant differences compared to overall underutilization.
A 20-year initiative that offered flexible screening options at a major health system doubled screening rates and cut cancer incidence by a third, halving deaths. The program eliminated racial disparities in outcomes, with Black patients' deaths declining from 52.2 to 23.5 per 100,000.
Pregnancy-related deaths in the US rose during 2018-2022, with significant disparities by state and ethnicity, underscoring the need for urgent public health action.
A cross-sectional study reveals significant racial disparities in unintentional overdose mortality, with Black individuals facing an increased burden of mortality. Addressing these disparities requires a multifaceted approach targeting social, physical, economic, and policy risk environments.
A cohort study reveals lower-quality hospitals for Black and American Indian birthing individuals compared to their white counterparts. Delivering at nearest hospitals would have reduced the disparity if available.
Patients from American Indian and Black communities are less likely to have elevated CA-125 levels at diagnosis, suggesting current thresholds may miss diverse patients. Inclusive diagnostic guidelines are needed to address disparities in ovarian cancer diagnosis and treatment.
A recent study found that COVID-19 pandemic increased SNAP benefits reduced racial and ethnic disparities in food insecurity. However, non-SNAP participants experienced no decline in food insecurity, highlighting persistent gaps in nutrition support for this vulnerable population.
Differences in coinsurance rates associated with racial and ethnic disparities in out-of-pocket spending for maternity care. Changes to health plan benefit design could improve equity in maternal healthcare access and outcomes.