Articles tagged with Racial Differences
A study of over 45,000 women found racial and ethnic disparities in postpartum care accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results show that Black and Hispanic women experienced slower access to postpartum care compared to their white counterparts.
A study of nearly 2 million Medicaid enrollees in 2016 revealed racial disparities in healthcare spending and use. Black enrollees used fewer primary care services and recommended care for acute and chronic conditions, but had higher emergency department use compared to white enrollees.
Non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic decedents with dementia used less hospice but more emergency department and inpatient services. They incurred higher Medicare inpatient expenditures, with a 60% increase compared to white decedents.
A Kaiser Permanente study found that culturally tailored lifestyle coaching can help Black adults with hypertension improve their blood pressure control, leading to long-term benefits. The coaching program resulted in better blood pressure control compared to usual care and enhanced medication management programs.
A new study found that three experimental Alzheimer's blood tests perform differently in Black individuals compared to white individuals, putting Black patients at risk of misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical care. The PrecivityAD test was equally effective across racial groups.
A bundled care Medicare program has led to reductions in some outcome disparities for Black patients compared to White patients undergoing hip and knee replacement surgery. The Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement (CJR) Model has improved key outcomes such as hospital readmission rates, length of stay, and Medicare payments.
A new study used a virtual population to simulate a clinical trial examining kidney damage in Black Americans. The model predicted kidney damage and showed that adding drug therapy and reducing salt intake could stop the damage, improving heart sizes as well.
Researchers found that women are less likely to undergo common heart procedures and more likely to die in the hospital after receiving them. The study analyzed data from over 2 million hospitalizations for heart procedures between 2016 and 2019, revealing significant disparities in treatment and outcomes based on sex and race.
Researchers found elevated plasma xanthine oxidase activity and more fragments of damaged mitochondrial DNA in Black adults with resistant hypertension compared to white adults. These findings suggest an important underlying cause of increased cardiovascular risk in Blacks with difficult-to-treat hypertension.
A study by Washington State University found that social support can mitigate the risk of heart disease and death in older American Indians. Higher rates of depression symptoms, poor quality of life, and social isolation were linked to increased mortality, but instrumental social support reversed this effect.
Researchers found significant molecular differences in DNA repair genes and cellular signals controlling cell growth between healthy and tumor tissue of Black and white women. These differences may lead to improved treatment strategies for ER+ breast cancer, including earlier use of CDK inhibitors.
A study by Pennington Biomedical Research Center found that black residents in Baton Rouge and New Orleans faced a twice-higher risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection than white residents. Communities with high household crowding, lower income, and disparities in education were also at higher risk.
A new study suggests that Black children are more likely to be affected by a rare immune disease that causes scar tissue to form on skin and internal organs. The research found that one in five cases of the disease involve children under 16 years old, with over 90% of these being Black.
A recent study found that Black adults experience more pronounced mental health challenges than white adults in response to COVID-19 pandemic stresses. Younger Black adults are particularly vulnerable, with increased anxiety and depressive symptoms compared to their older counterparts.
A recent study found that Black older Americans have significantly better hearing than their White counterparts, with a prevalence rate of 9.4% compared to 15.4% among Whites. The study suggests potential explanations for this difference, including diet and noise exposure.
A study of Black Veterans hospitalized for common conditions confirms adjusted mortality rates are lower for Black compared to White Veterans. However, higher adjusted mortality rates among Hispanic Veterans were identified, partially explained by a large proportion receiving care outside the continental United States.
A NIH study found that sexual identity intersects with gender, age, and race/ethnicity to compound suicide risk for some lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals. Rates of suicidal thoughts, plans, and attempts were higher among LGB adults compared to heterosexual adults across all demographic groups.
A study found that young Black athletes recovered faster from sports-related concussions, returning to school sooner and experiencing less impact on daily activities. In contrast, White athletes took longer to recover, with changes in sleep patterns and increased risk of post-concussion depression.
A study by Indiana University researchers found that Black police officers were more frequently disciplined for misconduct than White officers, despite an equal number of allegations. In Chicago, Black officers were disciplined at a 105% higher rate than white officers.
A study analyzing CDC data from 2008 to 2017 found racial disparities in US autopsy rates. Autopsy rates were lower for Hispanic and black patients compared to white patients, highlighting the need for increased awareness and addressing these disparities.
An observational study examines the association between cumulative blood pressure levels and racial disparities in cognitive decline risk. The findings suggest that high blood pressure may contribute to these racial differences, emphasizing the need for targeted prevention strategies.
Research suggests that discrimination during the day is linked to poor sleep quality at night. Minority youth, particularly Black and Latinx adolescents, experience disrupted sleep patterns and increased daytime symptoms.
Four articles examine racial disparities in opioid prescribing and overdose deaths, as well as county-level prescribing patterns in the US. The studies reveal significant differences in prescription rates and overdose fatality rates among various populations, highlighting pressing public health concerns.
A study of 6,309 community-dwelling Medicare enrollees found that whites were 1.4 times more likely to receive rehabilitation services than blacks. Despite racial differences in service use, there was no difference in functional improvement.
A recent study analyzing survey data found that black patients were more likely to die in hospitals, while white patients received poorer treatment. The study also showed a lack of respect for white patients' wishes during end-of-life care.
A new study investigates how different blood pressure targets affect cognitive function in older adults and finds racial disparities. The research, published in JAMA Neurology, suggests that lower blood pressure targets may offer greater protection for black patients with hypertension.
Survival rates for black and white patients with in-hospital cardiac arrest have improved over time, with black patients experiencing greater gains.
Researchers found that HbA1C levels are higher in blacks compared with whites for a given mean glucose level, suggesting racial differences in glycation of hemoglobin. This discrepancy highlights the need for clinicians to individualize care based on blood glucose levels rather than relying solely on HbA1C levels.
African-Americans are more likely to die of stroke at younger ages, with no disparity observed after age 85. Researchers emphasize the importance of preventing strokes through addressing risk factors like high blood pressure and diabetes in African-American communities.
A new Emory University study reveals racial differences in physician trust, with black and Latino patients showing lower trust compared to white patients. The research highlights unique traits within each race that impact trust, dispelling the assumption that people of color share similar views on physicians.
The study found a stable overall US child suicide rate from 1993 to 2012, but significant racial differences emerged, with increasing suicide rates among black children and decreasing rates among white children. The authors suggest factors such as violence, traumatic stress, and early puberty may contribute to the disparities.
A new study finds that US life expectancy gap between blacks and whites has declined nationally, but still varies across states. Northeastern states have made greater progress in reducing the gap, while western states have seen less improvement.
A study of racial differences in types of alcohol beverages consumed during adolescence found that black and white girls report significantly different risk profiles. Black girls tend to consume liquor, while white girls generally drink beer and wine. The study identified common predictors of heavier drinking profiles for both groups, ...
A study found that racial disparities in end-of-life care among US adults with kidney failure are substantial and vary by region. Black patients are less likely to discontinue dialysis and be referred to hospice compared to white patients, especially in high-end life spending regions.
A study found significant racial disparities in end-of-life care among US adults with kidney failure, with black patients less likely to be referred to hospice and discontinue dialysis compared to white patients. The differences were most pronounced in regions with the highest levels of end-of-life spending.
A new study from the Institute for Aging Research found that blacks and Hispanics have significantly lower odds of receiving hospice care for advanced heart failure compared to whites. The study highlights the need to ensure equal access to and education about hospice services, particularly for racial and ethnic minorities.
A UAB study shows that African-Americans under 65 are more than twice as likely to have a stroke compared to Caucasians. The South also has higher stroke mortality rates, particularly in coastal states like Georgia and North Carolina.
African-American women face obstacles to timely breast cancer care, with delays in follow-up exams leading to later detection and reduced survival. Despite disparities, programs like the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program show promise in addressing these issues.
A study found that black patients undergoing screening colonoscopy have a higher prevalence of colon polyps compared to white patients. Black men and women were more likely to have large polyps, with increased odds in those over 50 years old.
A study found that African-Americans have a lower prevalence of periodic limb movements during sleep, which is linked to a higher rate of insomnia complaints. The overall prevalence of PLMS is 7.6 percent, with a lower prevalence in African-Americans and a higher prevalence in Caucasians.
A study found black men are less likely to receive elective surgery for abdominal aortic aneurysms compared to white men, even after accounting for disease rates. This disparity suggests potential differences in healthcare access or treatment, warranting further investigation.
Researchers found that African-American women are more likely to present with later-stage and higher-grade tumors compared to Caucasians. Tumors from African-Americans also contain more poor prognostic molecular characteristics.
A large study found that black Medicare patients are less likely to receive blood vessel opening procedures like angioplasty following a heart attack and experience higher mortality rates at 1 year. They also face barriers in receiving revascularization even when transferred to hospitals with the service.
A new study found that Hispanic women are diagnosed with more advanced and aggressive breast cancers at a significantly younger age than non-Hispanic women, even when controlling for healthcare access. The research suggests that biological or genetic factors may be driving these racial differences in disease presentation.
A new study reveals that racial disparities in cancer outcomes may be attributed to problems in doctor-patient communication. African-American patients tend to receive less information and are less actively involved in their medical decisions, leading to potential negative impacts on care.
A recent study found that blacks in the southern US are more likely to die from stroke than whites, with African Americans aged 45-64 facing a 51% higher risk. The study analyzed stroke death data from 1997-2001 and compared regional differences in mortality rates.
A study explores the implications of financial compensation for past injustices, considering indicators of wealth and assets to determine reparations amounts. The author argues that reparations could help address ongoing racial inequality in America.
A retrospective analysis of 4,054 study participants found that enalapril, an ACE inhibitor commonly given to patients with heart failure, is effective in both black and white populations. Despite equal response rates, black patients still had increased rates of progression to heart failure.
A Harvard study finds that racial differences in kidney transplant access cannot be explained by patient preferences, with black patients being less likely to be referred for evaluation or receive a transplant. The disparity remains even after controlling for coexisting illnesses and socioeconomic factors.